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Tractor Shredders and Cutters: Which Works Best For You

Apr. 22 2024 Miscellaneous By Kennadi Harris

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A big part of maintaining your property is keeping grasses and vegetation thoroughly tamed. Picking the right equipment to do this is essential to getting the job done properly. John Deere carries plenty of tractor shredders and cutters that were made to adapt to different environments and terrain. Explore these options with us to determine which works best for you

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Rotary Cutters

Rotary cutters were designed to cut tall grasses, weeds, and light brush. They can be useful for multiple applications like farming, landscaping, and residential maintenance. This cutter is constructed of a horizontal blade attached to a rotating drum made for efficient cutting. Folks love rotary cutters for their ability to handle thick brush and grasses quickly and efficiently. John Deere has the most expansive line of rotary cutters in the industry including the standard-duty, medium-duty, heavy-duty, and Flex Wing Series.

Adjustable Cutting Width and Height

A feature that makes the rotary cutters more versatile is the ability to adjust your cutting width and height. This can make things easier when working in different spaces, whether you want to cut more space in less time or get in tight areas you couldn’t fit before. Adjusting the height also lets you take control and customize your cut for better precision.

Double-Deck Design

The double-deck design featured on John Deere rotary cutters gives a clean and professional-looking finish. This makes achieving the perfect cut easier.

Uses

  • Farming
  • Property Maintenance
  • Livestock Maintenance
  • Landscaping

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Flail Mowers

Flail Mowers are made for applications that need more extensive cutting and maintenance. These mowers have a series of rotating flail knives that are attached to a rotating drum. This produces a more even and fine mulch than rotary cutters. Flail mowers are great for tackling excessively overgrown land, maintaining fields, or cutting hedges and shrubs. John Deere offers 4 models of flail mowers including the 25A, 360, 370, and 390.

Knife Options

With flail mowers, you can switch out your knives to match the job at hand. For a more trimmed and precise cut, you can choose the smooth-cut blades. The side-slicer knives are good all-purpose knives that excel in cutting through tougher materials such as brush and vegetation.

Uses

  • Farming
  • Property Maintenance
  • Landscaping
  • Roadside Maintenance
  • Clearing Land

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Shredders

Shredders are made to shred and break down organic material such as plants, crops, branches, and leaves. They eliminate plants and crop residue so farmers and agricultural workers can clear land and manage crop waste. John Deere offers 3 models of shredders including the 115, 120, and 520.

Re-cutter Bar

John Deere shredders feature a re-cutter bar that creates a vacuum and cuts crop residues, making them easier to deal with. This also prepares the field for the next planting season by improving soil health.

Uses

  • Farming
  • Clearing Land

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Grooming Mower

The grooming mower gives a similar cut to what you would expect from a traditional lawn mower. These mowers are designed to maintain and polish great areas of lawns and fields. This can be useful for homeowners, landowners, or commercial purposes. John Deere carries a variety of grooming mowers including the standard grooming mowers or the flex-wing mowers that are made to cut uneven fields.

Optimal Cut Quality

To give the mowed grass a precise, manicured look the grooming mowers have an excellent cut quality. The mower deck controls the airflow resulting in a cut that is even and streak-free. You can also mow faster without sacrificing quality thanks to the 18,000 ft./per minute blade-tip speed.

Uses

  • Mowing Lawns
  • Maintaining Golf Course
  • Property Maintenance

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John Deere offers plenty of options for your cutting and shredding needs. If you are still not sure which piece of equipment is right for you, contact us or visit your nearest American Implement. We will be happy to help you find something that works for your operation.

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