Name: John Deere RC8M Rotary Cutter
Brand: John Deere
SKU: 0rc8mp
Availability: InStock

The RC8M cutter features a multi-spindle configuration and comes in three mounting configurations.

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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Manufacturer

John Deere

Category

Other Equipment

Location

Anna, Ohio

Franklin, Indiana

Greenfield, Indiana

Greensburg, Indiana

Greenville, Ohio

Oxford, Ohio

Richmond, Indiana

Rushville, Indiana

Urbana, Ohio

Specs

Capacity:
Cutting width	2,450 mm 96 in.
Cutting height	25 to 305 mm 1 to 12 in.
Cutting capacity	50 mm 2 in.
Cutting chamber Depth	216 mm 8.5 in.
Tractor compatibility:
Tractor PTO HP range	Minimum PTO pull-type, semi-mount, semi-mount hydraulic offset 30 kW 40 hp Minium PTO lift-type 37 kW 50 hp
Tractor PTO	540 rpm
Hitch:
Type	Pull-type, lift-type, semi-mount, semi-mount hydraulic offset (Pull-type has standard 10,000 lb; 4536 kg, safety tow chain)
Category	2, 3, 3N
Dimensions:
Transport width	2,580 mm 102 in.
Overall width	2,580 mm 102 in.
Overall length	2,810 mm 111 in.
Deck shape	Domed
Deck type	Double decker
Deck thickness	Upper 3 (11) mm 0.125 (11) in. Lower 3 (11) mm 0.125 (11) in.
Side skirt thickness	4.5 (7) mm 0.177 (7) in.
Approx. weight	759 kg 1,670 lb
Drivelines:
Size	Main ASAE Category 4
Protection	Main Non-seize, slip-clutch driveline, pull-type has equal-angle Category 4 driveline Connecting Shock absorbing shafts
Gearcases:
Number	3
HP rating	Transfer Continuous 89 kW 120 hp Peak 97 kW 130 hp Outer Continuous 56 kW 75 hp Peak 75 kW 100 hp
Blades:
Thickness	13 mm 0.5 in.
Width	102 mm 4 in.
Type	Suction
Overlap	72 mm 2.8 in.
Blade tip speed	540 RPM 4,797 m/min 15,739 fpm 288 km/h 179 mph
Material flow system	Max flow
Holder	Type Round stump jumper
Wheels:
Type	Puncture proof laminated (Pull-type has severe-duty Ag tire option)
Row width adjustment	Yes, pull-type only
Shielding:
Front	Chain
Rear	Chain
Additional information:
Date collected
Key Specs:
Blade tip speed - 540 rpm
Cutting capacity
Cutting width
Deck thickness - Upper - Lower
Drivelines - Size - Main
Hitch - Category
Protection - Main
Shielding - front/rear
Side skirt thickness
Tractor PTO HP range

Product Specials

3.9% APR fixed rate for 24 months¹ on New John Deere Rotary Cutters

3.9% APR fixed rate for 24 months

3.9% APR fixed rate for 24 months¹
Offer available 01 May 2024 through 31 July 2024

Terms

¹Offer valid on qualifying purchases made 01 May 2024 through 31 July 2024. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial. No down payment required. $43.38 per month for every $1,000 financed. 3.9% APR for 24 months only. Taxes, freight, setup, fees, and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Available at participating U.S. dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer. Offer available on new equipment and in the U.S. only. Prices and savings in U.S. dollars.

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