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John Deere
RC8M
Rotary Cutters

John Deere RC8M Pull-Type

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Key Features

  • 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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5-Year Limited Gearbox Warranty

Our rotary cutters are engineered for long-lasting performance and are backed by a 5-year limited gearbox warranty.

Close-up of a green mechanical gearbox and driveline assembly on a John Deere rotary cutter
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.

Top-down view of a green rotary cutter with a rounded deck, central gearbox, hitch arm, and protective safety labels on the surface
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.

Driveline With Slip Clutch
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Capacity

Cutting Width96 in.2,489 mm
98 in.		2,489 mm
98 in.		2,464 mm
97 in.		2,438 mm
96 in.
Cutting Width245 cm2,489 mm
98 in.		2,489 mm
98 in.		2,464 mm
97 in.		2,438 mm
96 in.
Cutting Height1-12 in.51 to 330 mm
2 to 13 in.		50 to 267 mm
2 to 10.5 in.		38.1 to 305 mm
1.5 to 12 in.		50 to 305 mm
2 to 12 in.
Cutting Height2.5-30.5 cm51 to 330 mm
2 to 13 in.		50 to 267 mm
2 to 10.5 in.		38.1 to 305 mm
1.5 to 12 in.		50 to 305 mm
2 to 12 in.
Cutting Capacity2 in.51 mm
2 in.		50 mm
2 in.		64 mm
2.5 in.		38.1 mm
1.5 in.
Cutting Capacity5.1 cm51 mm
2 in.		50 mm
2 in.		64 mm
2.5 in.		38.1 mm
1.5 in.
Cutting Chamber Depth8.5 in.254 mm
10 in.		244.5 mm
9.625 in.		254 mm
10 in.
Cutting Chamber Depth21.6 cm254 mm
10 in.		244.5 mm
9.625 in.		254 mm
10 in.

Tractor Compatibility

Tractor PTO HP Minimum40 hp
Tractor PTO HP Minimum30 kW
Tractor PTO540 rpmMinimum PTO pull-type 30 kW
40 hp
Minimum PTO lift-type 37 kW
50 hp		Lift-type; 37 to 89 kW
50 to 120 hp
Pull-type, semi-mount; 22 to 89 kW
30 to 120 hp		Minimum PTO lift-type 41 kW
55 hp
Minimum PTO pull-type 22 kW
30 hp
Minimum PTO semi-mount 22 kW		Minimum PTO (DS96) 26 kW
35 hp
Minimum PTO (MDS96) 37 kW
50 hp

Hitch

Hitch TypePull-type3008; lift-type, pull-type, semi-mount
3008 SH; semi-mount offset		Lift-typeLift-type, pull-type, semi-mountDS96; pull-type
MDS96; lift-type
Hitch Category2, 3, 3N1, 21, 22, 32 (MDS96)

Dimensions

Transport Width102 in.2,692 mm
106 in.		2,604 mm
102.5 in.		2,642 mm
104 in.
Transport Width258 cm2,692 mm
106 in.		2,604 mm
102.5 in.		2,642 mm
104 in.
Overall Width102 in.2,692 mm
106 in.		2604 mm
102.5 in.		2,642 mm
104 in.
Overall Width258 cm2,692 mm
106 in.		2604 mm
102.5 in.		2,642 mm
104 in.
Overall Length111 in.2,413 mm
95 in.		Lift-type 2,667 mm
105 in.
Semi-mount 2,794 mm
110 in.
Pull-type 3,429 mm
135 in.		Lift-type, semi-mount; 2,565 mm
101 in.
Pull-type; 3,454 mm
136 in.
Overall Length281 cm2,413 mm
95 in.		Lift-type 2,667 mm
105 in.
Semi-mount 2,794 mm
110 in.
Pull-type 3,429 mm
135 in.		Lift-type, semi-mount; 2,565 mm
101 in.
Pull-type; 3,454 mm
136 in.
Deck ShapeDomedFlatFlatDomedSloped-top
Deck TypeDouble deckerSingleSingleDoubleSingle
Upper Deck Thickness0.125 in.
Upper Deck Thickness3 mm
Upper Deck Thickness11 gauge
Lower Deck Thickness0.125 in.
Lower Deck Thickness3 mm
Lower Deck Thickness11 gauge
Side Skirt Thickness0.177 in.6.1 (3) mm
0.25 (3) in.		6.3 (3) mm
0.25 (3) in.		6.3 (3) mm
0.25 (3) in.		4.5 (7) mm
0.179 (7) in.
Side Skirt Thickness4.5 mm6.1 (3) mm
0.25 (3) in.		6.3 (3) mm
0.25 (3) in.		6.3 (3) mm
0.25 (3) in.		4.5 (7) mm
0.179 (7) in.
Side Skirt Thickness7 gauge6.1 (3) mm
0.25 (3) in.		6.3 (3) mm
0.25 (3) in.		6.3 (3) mm
0.25 (3) in.		4.5 (7) mm
0.179 (7) in.
Approximate Weight1670 lb.
Approximate Weight759 kg

Drivelines

Main Driveline ProtectionEqual-angle Category 4 driveline
Connecting Driveline ProtectionShock absorbing shafts

Gearcases

Number33333
Transfer Horsepower Rating - Continuous120 hp
Transfer Horsepower Rating - Continuous89 kW
Transfer Horsepower Rating - Peak130 hp
Transfer Horsepower Rating - Peak97 kW
Outer Horsepower Rating - Continuous75 hp
Outer Horsepower Rating - Continuous56 kW
Outer Horsepower Rating - Peak100 hp
Outer Horsepower Rating - Peak75 kW

Blades

Thickness0.5 in.Upper
3.4 (10) mm
0.134 (10) in.
Upper
3.4 (10) mm
0.314 (10) in.
Upper
3.4 (10) mm
0.134 (10) in.
Lower
3.4 (10) mm
0.134 (10) in.
Upper
3.4 (10) mm
0.134 (10) in.
Thickness13 mmUpper
3.4 (10) mm
0.134 (10) in.
Upper
3.4 (10) mm
0.314 (10) in.
Upper
3.4 (10) mm
0.134 (10) in.
Lower
3.4 (10) mm
0.134 (10) in.
Upper
3.4 (10) mm
0.134 (10) in.
Width4 in.2,489 mm
98 in.		2,489 mm
98 in.		2,464 mm
97 in.		2,438 mm
96 in.
Width102 mm2,489 mm
98 in.		2,489 mm
98 in.		2,464 mm
97 in.		2,438 mm
96 in.
Overlap2.8 in.102 mm
4 in.		102 mm
4 in.
Overlap72 mm102 mm
4 in.		102 mm
4 in.
Blade Tip Speed - 540 RPM15739 fpm
Blade Tip Speed - 540 RPM4797 m/min
Material Flow SystemMax flow
Holder TypeRound stump jumper

Wheels

TypePuncture proof laminated; Optional: severe-duty Ag tire3008; lift-type, pull-type, semi-mount
3008 SH; semi-mount offset		Lift-typeLift-type, pull-type, semi-mountDS96; pull-type
MDS96; lift-type
Row Width AdjustmentYesYes (DS96)

Shielding

Front ShieldingChain
Rear ShieldingChain

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