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John Deere
RC8M
Rotary Cutters

John Deere RC8M Semi-mount, Hydraulic Drive

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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 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

Tractor Compatibility
Tractor PTO HP Minimum

40 hp

Tractor PTO HP Minimum

30 kW

Tractor PTO

540 rpm

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

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

Wheels
Type

Puncture proof laminated

Row Width Adjustment

No

Shielding
Front Shielding

Chain

Rear Shielding

Chain