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John Deere RC20 Series Rotary Cutters

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RC20 Series

  • Easy-to-maneuver
  • Adjustable cutting height
  • Balanced blade pan
  • Puncture-resistant rear tires 

 

Features

Easy-to-maneuver deck

Provides easy maneuvering in tight areas Provides easy maneuvering in tight areas

The round-back deck design on the RC20 Series Rotary Cutter enables easy maneuvering into tight corners and around trees, fences, and other hard-to-reach areas.

Deck deflectors offered in chain or rubber

Chain deflector shown Chain deflector shown
Rubber deflector shown Rubber deflector shown

The front deck and deflector support are flush with the deck on the RC20 Series Rotary Cutters. This allows water and debris an unrestricted exit off the top of the deck.

 

These deflectors are available in:

  • Rubber or chain on the front
  • Metal or chain on the rear

Adjustable cutting height

Cutting heights of 3.8 cm to 22.9 cm (1.5 in. to 9 in.) Cutting heights of 3.8 cm to 22.9 cm (1.5 in. to 9 in.)

Adjusting the cutting height is easy. Along with adjusting a tractor's three-point linkage, simply move the support bar to the desired cutting height.

 

The RC20 Series Rotary Cutters go as low as 3.8 cm (1.5 in.) or as high as 22.9 cm (9 in.).

Balanced blade pan reduces vibrations

Statically balanced to reduce vibration Statically balanced to reduce vibration

There is one standard blade pan for all four sizes of the RC20 Series Rotary Cutters. The blade pan is stamped instead of fabricated and is statically balanced to reduce vibration. 

 

The blade bar is thicker for added durability.

Reversible hitch accommodates many types of tractor hookups

Low hitching point accommodates various tractors Low hitching point accommodates various tractors

The lower hitching point on the RC20 Series Rotary Cutter accommodates a reversible front hitch for smaller or older tractors.

Lower lip (Z-profile) increases durability and strength

Provides extra strength and durability Provides extra strength and durability

The RC20 Series Rotary Cutters have a lower lip (Z-profile), which extends from the skid shoes to where the apron opens up. This Z-profile increases the overall durability and strength of the rotary cutter.

Puncture-resistant rear tires

Puncture resistant (laminated shown) Puncture resistant (laminated shown)
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Choose a laminated or solid rubber rear tire for the RC20 Series Rotary Cutter. Both are puncture resistant.

 

The laminated tire is longer lasting and provides more support when working in sandy or lighter soil conditions.

iMatch™ hitch system provides quick and easy connections

Provides quick and easy connection Provides quick and easy connection

The iMatch hitch system converts a tractor's 3-point hitch to fixed hooks and attaching points for a super-quick connection (the iMatch hitch is sold separately).

Dimensions

Overall width 129 cm
51 in.
Overall length 220 cm
87 in.

Weight

Operating 232 kg
512 lb

Tractor compatibility

PTO horsepower 13-33 kW
18-45 hp
Tractor PTO 540 rpm
PTO category ASAE 3

Gear case

Horsepower 34 kW
45 hp

Driveline

Type Shear bolt or slip clutch

Hitch

Type Lift-type
Category Cat. 1, adaptable to Cat. 2
iMatch? compatible Yes
AutoHitch? compatible Yes

Deck

Thickness 11 gauge
3 mm
0.12
Shape Flat-open round back
Type Single

Skirt

Thickness 11 gauge
3 mm
0.12

Capacity

Cutting width 122 cm
48 in.
Cutting height 4-23 cm
1.5-9 in.
Cutting diameter 0-2.5 cm
0-1 in.
Cutting chamber depth 19 cm
7.5 in.

Blades

Tip speed 66.5) m/s
13,090 fpm
Type Heat treated, suction
Thickness 13 mm
0.5 in.
Width 76 mm
3 in.

Blade holder

Type Round pan-type
Diameter 567 mm
22.3 in.

Wheels

Quantity 1
Type Solid rubber or laminated
Diameter laminated 381 mm
15 in.
Width laminated 95 mm
3.75 in.
Diameter rubber 381 mm
15 in.
Width rubber 95 mm
3.75 in.

Safety

Markings Standard
Front deflector Standard
Rear deflector Standard

Set-up time

Labor hours 1

Warranty

Time period 1 year
Gearbox 1 year

Additional information

Date collected