John Deere FC series rotary cutters are built to handle the most difficult mowing conditions such as small shrubs, tall, thick grass and weeds, stalks and thick brush. These rotary cutters can mow material up to 4 inches in diameter with features such as:
You want to be proud of the way the job looks whether you are mowing along a road, mowing a pasture, or mowing around your house. The John Deere line of flex-wing cutters has these key features that will ensure you can take pride in a job well done:
The FC Flex Wing Rotary Cutter helps you make the most of both time and money. With wide cutting widths available from 12 ft. to 20 ft., you can mow large areas quickly.
For protection to the operator and surrounding area, all John Deere flex-wing rotary cutters are equipped with chains and lights as standard in all models.
Chain Shields offer Safety and efficiency in several cutting conditions.
For increased visibility all cutters come standard from the factory with lights. Lights comply with U.S. regulations on implements wider than 3.05 m (10 ft).
Cutting width | 3.05 m 10 ft |
Cutting capacity (diameter) | 101.6 mm 4 in. |
Tractor PTO HP range | 37 kW 50 hp |
Transport width | At wing wheels: 2.5 m 8.2 ft |
Deck thickness | 7 gauge - 4.55 mm 0.18 in. |
Side skirt thickness | 3 gauge - 6 mm 0.24 in. |
Approx. weight | 2578 kg 5685 lb |
Drivelines - Size - Main | CV ASAE Category 6, splined telescoping profiles |
Blade tip speed - 540 rpm - 1000 rpm | 540 rmp: 79.2 m/s 259.8 fps |
Gearboxes | 5-year warranty |
Cutting width | 3.05 m 10 ft |
Cutting height | 25.4-406.4 mm 1-16 in. May vary with suspended tongue |
Cutting capacity (diameter) | 101.6 mm 4 in. |
Cutting chamber depth | 254 mm 10 in. |
Tractor PTO HP range | 37 kW 50 hp |
Tractor PTO | 540 rpm |
Type | Standard self-level hitch clevis with 57.2-cm (22.5-in.) narrow-profile width Ball-type self-level hitch with 57.2-cm (22.5-in.) narrow-profile width and 2-degree rotation freedom to each side |
Jack stand | Mechanical jack stand in base for all machines with hydraulically operated height, stays vertical while raising/lowering |
Transport width | At wing wheels: 2.5 m 8.2 ft |
Overall width | 3.5 m 11.5 ft |
Overall length | 5.3 m 17.3 ft |
Deck shape | Easy-clean smooth top deck |
Deck type | Single |
Deck thickness | 7 gauge - 4.55 mm 0.18 in. |
Side skirt thickness | 3 gauge - 6 mm 0.24 in. |
Hinges | Intermittent cast steel segments - maintenance-free single 2.5-cm (1-in.) diameter full-length hinge pin |
Approx. weight | 2578 kg 5685 lb |
Size | Main CV ASAE Category 6, splined telescoping profiles Connecting ASAE Category 5, splined telescoping profiles |
Protection | Connecting No-seize, slip-clutch driveline |
Number | Three |
HP rating | Transfer Continuous: 186 kW 250 hp Peak: 224 kW 300 hp Center Continuous: 93 kW 125 hp Peak: 168 kW 225 hp Outer Continuous: 93 kW 125 hp Peak: 168 kW 225 hp |
Thickness | 13 mm 0.5 in. |
Width | 102 mm 4 in. |
Type | Suction |
Overlap | 152 mm 6 in. |
Blade tip speed | 540 rpm 79.2 m/s 259.8 fps |
Blade holder | Type Round stump jumper and standard deck rings for maximum protection of blades and blade carrier against obstruction damage |
Wing lift | Independent; includes spring assist unfolding |
Wing flex | For transport: upward 90 degree (angle) Upward working angle: 45 degree (angle) Downward working angle: 22 degree (angle) |
Type | Option 1 5-bolt, laminated: 21x5.25x9 Option 2 5-bolt, 24PR severe-duty ag: 26x9x14.5 5-bolt, 24PR severe-duty ag foam filled: 26x9x14.5 |
Suspension | Torsional suspension |
Row width adjustment | Yes |
Wing-leveling adjustment | Easy adjust turnbuckle with bearing |
Front | Single-row chain guard Optional: double row |
Rear | Single-row chain guard Optional: double row |
Gearboxes | 5 years |
1Offer valid on qualifying purchases made 01 May 2025 through 31 July 2025. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial. No down payment required. $18.99 per month for every $1,000 financed. 5.25% APR for 60 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.
2Offer valid on qualifying purchases made 01 May 2025 through 31 July 2025. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial. No down payment required. $22.92 per month for every $1,000 financed. 4.75% APR for 48 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.
3Offer valid on qualifying purchases made 01 May 2025 through 31 July 2025. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial. No down payment required. $29.64 per month for every $1,000 financed. 4.25% APR for 36 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.
4Offer valid on qualifying purchases made 01 May 2025 through 31 July 2025. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial. No down payment required. $43.31 per month for every $1,000 financed. 3.75% 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.
Prices and availability may vary by dealer. Taxes not included. Images for illustration purposes only. Financing subject to approved credit by John Deere Financial. Down payment may be required to receive financing. Restrictions may apply outside of Hutson’s area of responsibility. See dealer for details.