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John Deere RC8M Semi-mount, Hydraulic Drive
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RC8M Semi-mount, Hydraulic Drive
Rotary Cutters
Overview:
The Medium-Duty Rotary Cutters are designed for tough mowing. The patented double-deck design provides more strength and better material flow. Able to zip through tall grasses, tough weeds and brush up to 2 in. (17.8 cm) in diameter, the RC8M is ready to mow.
- Standard Safety Chain Shields
- Standard Stump Jumper Blade Holder
- 3-Point Hitch Quick-Coupler (Category 2)
- Industry-Exclusive Double-Decker™ Frame Design
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Features
5-Year Limited Gearbox Warranty
Our rotary cutters are engineered for long-lasting performance and are backed by a 5-year limited gearbox warranty.
Double-Decker™ Frame Design
The cutter incorporates the patented John Deere Double-Decker™ frame design to enhance frame strength and cutting efficiency, reduce rust, and provide extra strength with its internal stiffeners.
Driveline With Slip Clutch
The pull-type rotary cutter features a driveline with a non-seize slip clutch that protects against overloads. This includes a lightweight design with a 50-hour lubrication cycle, reducing maintenance time and enhancing operational efficiency.
Specifications
Tractor Compatibility
| Tractor PTO HP Minimum | 40 hp |
| Tractor PTO HP Minimum | 30 kW |
| Tractor PTO | 540 rpm |
Capacity
| Cutting Width | 96 in. |
| Cutting Width | 245 cm |
| Cutting Height | 1-12 in. |
| Cutting Height | 2.5-30.5 cm |
| Cutting Capacity | 2 in. |
| Cutting Capacity | 5.1 cm |
| Cutting Chamber Depth | 8.5 in. |
| Cutting Chamber Depth | 21.6 cm |
Gearcases
| Number | 3 |
| Transfer Horsepower Rating - Continuous | 120 hp |
| Transfer Horsepower Rating - Continuous | 89 kW |
| Transfer Horsepower Rating - Peak | 130 hp |
| Transfer Horsepower Rating - Peak | 97 kW |
| Outer Horsepower Rating - Continuous | 75 hp |
| Outer Horsepower Rating - Continuous | 56 kW |
| Outer Horsepower Rating - Peak | 100 hp |
| Outer Horsepower Rating - Peak | 75 kW |
Blades
| Thickness | 0.5 in. |
| Thickness | 13 mm |
| Width | 4 in. |
| Width | 102 mm |
| Overlap | 2.8 in. |
| Overlap | 72 mm |
| Blade Tip Speed - 540 RPM | 15739 fpm |
| Blade Tip Speed - 540 RPM | 4797 m/min |
| Material Flow System | Max flow |
| Holder Type | Round stump jumper |
Hitch
| Hitch Type | Semi-mount hydraulic offset |
| Hitch Category | 2, 3, 3N |
Dimensions
| Transport Width | 102 in. |
| Transport Width | 258 cm |
| Overall Width | 102 in. |
| Overall Width | 258 cm |
| Overall Length | 111 in. |
| Overall Length | 281 cm |
| Deck Shape | Domed |
| Deck Type | Double decker |
| Upper Deck Thickness | 0.125 in. |
| Upper Deck Thickness | 3 mm |
| Upper Deck Thickness | 11 gauge |
| Lower Deck Thickness | 0.125 in. |
| Lower Deck Thickness | 3 mm |
| Lower Deck Thickness | 11 gauge |
| Side Skirt Thickness | 0.177 in. |
| Side Skirt Thickness | 4.5 mm |
| Side Skirt Thickness | 7 gauge |
| Approximate Weight | 1670 lb. |
| Approximate Weight | 759 kg |
Drivelines
| Main Driveline Protection | Non-seize, slip-clutch driveline |
| Connecting Driveline Protection | Shock absorbing shafts |
Shielding
| Front Shielding | Chain |
| Rear Shielding | Chain |
Wheels
| Type | Puncture proof laminated |
| Row Width Adjustment | No |
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325 Walt Messick Road
Harrington, Delaware 19952
Phone: (302) 398-3729
Toll Free: (800) 237-1272