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John Deere RC20 Series

Rotary Cutters


  • 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).

Specs & Compare


Dimensions

RC20 Series
Current Model
Overall width129 cm
51 in.
Overall length220 cm
87 in.

Weight

Tractor compatibility

PTO horsepower13-33 kW
18-45 hp
Tractor PTO540 rpm
PTO categoryASAE 3

Gear case

Driveline

Hitch

TypeLift-type
CategoryCat. 1, adaptable to Cat. 2
iMatch? compatibleYes
AutoHitch? compatibleYes

Deck

Thickness11 gauge
3 mm
0.12
ShapeFlat-open round back
TypeSingle

Skirt

Capacity

Cutting width122 cm
48 in.
Cutting height4-23 cm
1.5-9 in.
Cutting diameter0-2.5 cm
0-1 in.
Cutting chamber depth19 cm
7.5 in.

Blades

Tip speed66.5) m/s
13,090 fpm
TypeHeat treated, suction
Thickness13 mm
0.5 in.
Width76 mm
3 in.

Blade holder

TypeRound pan-type
Diameter567 mm
22.3 in.

Wheels

Quantity1
TypeSolid rubber or laminated
Diameter laminated381 mm
15 in.
Width laminated95 mm
3.75 in.
Diameter rubber381 mm
15 in.
Width rubber95 mm
3.75 in.

Safety

MarkingsStandard
Front deflectorStandard
Rear deflectorStandard

Set-up time

Warranty

Time period1 year
Gearbox1 year

Additional information

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