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John Deere FC15R Heavy Duty
Flex-Wing Rotary Cutter
Take on tough terrain with the FC15R HD. This Heavy-Duty model is built to power through thick grass and brush with precision and efficiency. The upgraded suspension is designed for improved durability and increased stability to handle demanding roadside and rough terrain mowing jobs with ease.
Product Features:
- 15-ft Cutting Width
- 540 or 1000 PTO rpm
- 4-in. Cutting Capacity
- Poly Spring Suspension
Features
Take on tough terrain with the FC15R HD. This Heavy-Duty model is built to power through thick grass and brush with precision and efficiency. The upgraded suspension is designed for improved durability and increased stability to handle demanding roadside and rough terrain mowing jobs with ease.
15-ft Cutting Width
540 or 1000 PTO rpm
4-in. Cutting Capacity
Poly Spring Suspension
Benefits
Easy-Clean Deck Top
John Deere flex-wing rotary cutters are equipped with an easy to clean, smooth-top deck that allows material, debris, and water to be easily cleared from the top of the machine.
Advanced Safety Features
Equipped with front and rear safety-chain shields and lighting kits, the John Deere flex-wing rotary cutters are designed for safe operation and compliance with U.S. regulations.
5-Year Limited Gearbox Warranty
Our rotary cutters are engineered for long-lasting performance and are backed by a 5-year limited gearbox warranty.
Specifications
| Connecting Driveline Protection | No-seize, slip-clutch driveline |
| Main Driveline Size | CV ASAE Category 6, splined telescoping profiles |
| Connecting Driveline Size | ASAE Category 5, splined telescoping profiles |
| Cutting Width | 4.6 m |
| Cutting Width | 15 ft |
| Cutting Capacity (Diameter) | 4 in. |
| Cutting Chamber Depth | 25.4 cm |
| Cutting Chamber Depth | 10 in. |
| Cutting Height | 2.54-45.5 cm |
| Cutting Height | 1-18 in. |
| Cutting Capacity (Diameter) | 10.2 cm |
| Tractor PTO | 540, 1000 rpm |
| Tractor PTO HP Range | 41 kW |
| Tractor PTO HP Range | 55 hp |
| Center Horsepower Rating - Continuous | 186 kW |
| Outer Horsepower Rating - Peak | 205 kW |
| Transfer Horsepower Rating - Peak | 224 kW |
| Outer Horsepower Rating - Continuous | 186 kW |
| Center Horsepower Rating - Peak | 275 hp |
| Transfer Horsepower Rating - Continuous | 250 hp |
| Number | 4 |
| Center Horsepower Rating - Continuous | 250 hp |
| Outer Horsepower Rating - Peak | 275 hp |
| Transfer Horsepower Rating - Peak | 300 hp |
| Outer Horsepower Rating - Continuous | 250 hp |
| Center Horsepower Rating - Peak | 205 kW |
| Transfer Horsepower Rating - Continuous | 186 kW |
| Blade Tip Speed - 1000 RPM | 268.700796 fps |
| Blade Holder Type | Round pan stump jumper for blade carrier protection against obstruction damage: 7 gauge 4.55 mm 0.18 in. Blade bar: 2.5 x 12 cm 1 x 4.7 in. |
| Blade Tip Speed - 1000 RPM | 81.9 m/s |
| Overlap | 152 mm |
| Overlap | 6 in. |
| Thickness | 0.5 in. |
| Thickness | 13 mm |
| Type | Suction |
| Width | 4 in. |
| Width | 102 mm |
| Blade Tip Speed - 540 RPM | 264.435704 fps |
| Blade Tip Speed - 540 RPM | 80.6 m/s |
| Transport Width (At Wing Wheels) | 2.5 m |
| Approximate Weight | 3454 kg |
| Side Skirt Thickness | 0.24 in. |
| Overall Length | 5.3 m |
| Deck Type | Full double deck |
| Lower Deck Thickness | 7 gauge |
| Upper Deck Thickness | 11 gauge |
| Overall Width | 5.7 ft |
| Deck Shape | Smooth top deck |
| Lower Deck Thickness | 0.17 in. |
| Upper Deck Thickness | 0.12 in. |
| Approximate Weight | 7616 lb. |
| Transport Width (At Wing Wheels) | 8 ft |
| Side Skirt Thickness | 6 mm |
| Overall Length | 17.3 ft |
| Overall Width | 4.8 m |
| Hinges | Intermittent cast segments with segmented 3.1-cm (1.25-in.) diameter hinge pins |
| Upper Deck Thickness | 3 mm |
| Side Skirt Thickness | 3 gauge |
| Lower Deck Thickness | 4.5 mm |
| Wing Lift | Three SCV connected to the tractor (machine height and wing lift) Independent wing operation |
| Wing Flex | For transport: upward 90 degree (angle) Upward working angle: 45 degree (angle) Downward working angle: 22 degree (angle) |
| Rear | Double-row chain guard |
| Front | Double-row chain guard |
| Wing-Leveling Adjustment | Adjustable threaded clevis on wing lift cylinders |
| Row Width Adjustment | No |
| Suspension | Poly spring suspension |
| Type - Option 1 | 5-bolt, 16 PR Heavy-Duty Forklift Tires 736 x 282 x 381 mm (29 x 11 x 15 in) |
| Gearbox Warranty | 5 years |
| Jack Stand | Mechanical jack stand in base for all machines with hydraulically operated height, stays vertical while raising/lowering |
| Type | Standard narrow A-frame tongue with Swivel hitch |
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Offer Available: 05 August, 2026 through 02 November, 2026
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