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John Deere FC20M Flex Wing Rotary Cutter
FC20M
Flex Wing Rotary Cutter
- 20 ft. cutting width
- 540 or 1000 PTO RPM
- Front and rear suspension options
- Laminated, pneumatic, or foam filled 4-bolt tires
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Features
Tough Durable Drivetrain for the Most Difficult Conditions
John Deere FC series rotary cutters are built to handle the most difficult mowing conditions such as small shrubs, tall, thick grass and weeds, stalks and thick brush. These rotary cutters can mow material up to 4 inches in diameter with features such as:
- Up to 186.4 kw (250 hp) gearboxes; optional on M-spec, standard on R-spec
- 7.62-cm (3-in.) output shafts on 186.4 kw (250 hp) gearboxes
- Main Drivelines built for tight tractor turns
- Slip Clutches standard on all John Deere FC series
- 2.54-cm (1-in.) blade carriers standard
- Ladder frame chassis design with 7.62x7.62 cm (3x3 in.( tubing is standard
- 7-Gauge steel deck on R-spec cutters with smooth top for strength and easy cleaning
186.4 kw (250 hp) rated gearboxes
Category 6 Main driveshaft with CV Joint for tight tractor turns.
Quality of Cut
You want to be proud of the way the job looks whether you are mowing along a road, mowing a pasture, or mowing around your house. The John Deere line of flex-wing cutters has these key features that will ensure you can take pride in a job well done:
- Thick, heat-treated, high suction blades: These blades are designed to withstand tough conditions and provide a clean cut.
- High blade-tip speed: This allows you to mow faster without sacrificing cut, saving you time and effort, especially when covering large areas.
- Tall deck height: Ensures even, streak-free material dispersal by allowing optimal airflow.
- Optional 540 or 1000 RPM PTO speeds available; Offers flexibility to match your mowing and equipment needs.
- Many blade combinations: Customize your mower to handle different mowing conditions.
High suction blades combined with flat blades for maximum shredding action.
Job Efficiency
The FC Flex Wing Rotary Cutter helps you make the most of both time and money. With wide cutting widths available from 12 ft. to 20 ft., you can mow large areas quickly.
- Reduce Passes: The 5-inch overlap ensures you make fewer passes, saving time and fuel.
- Increase Mowing Speed: Easily mow under trees without exposing the tractor cab, allowing for faster operation.
- Confidence in Tough Conditions: The wing’s front tube lets you run over saplings without worry.
- Adaptability: Adjust your cutting height on the fly from the cab to navigate obstacles effortlessly.
Flex Cutter Wings
Safety
For protection to the operator and surrounding area, all John Deere flex-wing rotary cutters are equipped with chains and lights as standard in all models.
Front and rear safety chains
Front safety chains
Chain Shields offer Safety and efficiency in several cutting conditions.
- Enhanced Safety: Protects the operator and surrounding area from debris.
- Cut Efficiency: Allows uncut material to pass into the cutting chamber with minimal restriction.
- Customizable Protection: Add extra rows of chain shields to the front, back, or both sides for increased protection.
- Durability: Built to withstand tough conditions.
Optional double-row chains for R-spec models
Lighting kit
Lighting kit
For increased visibility all cutters come standard from the factory with lights. Lights comply with U.S. regulations on implements wider than 3.05 m (10 ft).
Key Specs
| Cutting width | 6.1 m 20 ft |
|---|---|
| Cutting capacity (diameter) | 76.2 mm 3 in. |
| Tractor PTO HP range | 56 kW 75 hp |
| Transport width | At wing wheels: 3.4 m 11.1 ft |
| Deck thickness | 10 gauge - 3.4 mm 0.135 in. |
| Side skirt thickness | 3 gauge - 6 mm 0.24 in. |
| Approx. weight | 2957 kg 6520 lb |
| Drivelines - Size - Main | CV ASAE Category 5, splined telescoping profiles |
| Blade tip speed - 540 rpm - 1000 rpm | 540 rpm: 81.7 m/s 268.1 fps 1000 rpm: 83 m/s 272.4 fps |
| Gearboxes | 5-year warranty |
Capacity
| Cutting width | 6.1 m 20 ft |
|---|---|
| Cutting height | 25.4-406.4 mm 1-16 in. |
| Cutting capacity (diameter) | 76.2 mm 3 in. |
| Cutting chamber depth | 254 mm 10 in. |
Tractor compatibility
| Tractor PTO HP range | 56 kW 75 hp |
|---|---|
| Tractor PTO | 540 or 1,000 rpm |
Hitch
| Type | Standard self-level hitch clevis with 57.2-cm (22.5-in.) narrow-profile width Ball-type self-level hitch with 57.2-cm (22.5-in.) narrow-profile width and 2-degree rotation freedom to each side |
|---|---|
| Jack stand | Mechanical jack stand in base for all machines with hydraulically operated height, stays vertical while raising/lowering |
Dimensions
| Transport width | At wing wheels: 3.4 m 11.1 ft |
|---|---|
| Overall width | 6.2 m 20.3 ft |
| Overall length | 5.3 m 17.3 ft |
| Deck shape | Easy-clean smooth top deck |
| Deck type | Single |
| Deck thickness | 10 gauge - 3.4 mm 0.135 in. |
| Side skirt thickness | 3 gauge - 6 mm 0.24 in. |
| Hinges | Intermittent cast steel segments - greaseable single 2.5-cm (1-in.) diameter full-length hinge pin |
| Approx. weight | 2957 kg 6520 lb |
Drivelines
| Size | Main CV ASAE Category 5, splined telescoping profiles Connecting ASAE Category 5, splined telescoping profiles |
|---|---|
| Protection | Connecting No-seize, slip-clutch driveline |
Gearcases
| Number | Four |
|---|---|
| HP rating | Transfer Continuous: 186 kW 250 hp Peak: 224 kW 300 hp Center Continuous: 75 kW 100 hp Peak: 161 kW 216 hp Outer Continuous: 75 kW 100 hp Peak: 161 kW 216 hp |
Blades
| Thickness | 13 mm 0.5 in. |
|---|---|
| Width | 102 mm 4 in. |
| Type | Suction |
| Overlap | 152 mm 6 in. |
| Blade tip speed | 540 rpm 81.7 m/s 268.1 fps 1000 rpm 83 m/s 272.4 fps |
| Blade holder | Type Round stump jumper for maximum protection for blade carrier against obstruction damage Option of double blade bar for extra shredding |
Hydraulics
| Wing lift | Simultaneous; includes spring assist unfolding |
|---|---|
| Wing flex | For transport: upward 90 degree (angle) Upward working angle: 45 degree (angle) Downward working angle: 22 degree (angle) |
Wheels
| Type | Option 1 4-bolt, laminated: 21x5.25x9 Option 2 4-bolt, 16PR severe-duty ag: 21x7x12 4-bolt, 16PR severe-duty ag foam filled: 21x7x12 |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Spring suspension Optional: Torsional suspension |
| Row width adjustment | Yes |
| Wing-leveling adjustment | Easy adjust turnbuckle with bearing |
Shielding
| Front | Single-row chain guard |
|---|---|
| Rear | Single-row chain guard |
Warranty
| Gearboxes | 5 years |
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