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Baumalight Rotary Brush Cutter | Model CXC-542 | Cutting Width 42" | Machine Size 5-14 Tons | For Excavators

Baumalight Rotary Brush Cutter | Model CXC-542 | Cutting Width 42" | Machine Size 5-14 Tons | For Excavators

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  • Cutting Width: 42″ wide path for efficient coverage and faster brush clearing.
  • Unit Weight: 640 lbs, providing strength and stability for reliable operation.
  • Machine Compatibility: For 5 To 14 Ton Excavators.
  • Hydraulic Motor Options: HX530, HX550, HX570
  • Intended Use: Land clearing, brush, and sapling removal.
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Product Description

Baumalight Rotary Brush Cutter | Model CXC-542 | Cutting Width 42" | Machine Size 5-14 Tons | For Excavators

DESCRIPTION

Take on the toughest brush, saplings, and undergrowth with confidence using the Baumalight CXC-542 Rotary Brush Cutter the perfect land-clearing solution for mid-size excavators (5 to 14 tons). Designed for serious performance and built with uncompromising durability, the CXC-542 is engineered to match your machine’s hydraulic flow, making it an essential tool for contractors, forestry professionals, and landowners.

With a 42-inch cutting width, this excavator-mounted rotary cutter delivers industry-leading cutting power. Whether you're managing roadside vegetation, clearing fields, or prepping sites for construction, the CXC-542 offers superior blade speed, reinforced construction, and the versatility to work with a wide range of hydraulic flow rates.

Key Features

  • 42” Cutting Width Clear more ground with each pass, saving time on large-scale jobs like land clearing, right-of-way maintenance, and brush removal.
  • Excavator Compatibility Designed for mid-size excavators (5–14 tons), perfect for contractors and land management crews.
  • Three-Blade Rotor System High-velocity slashing with up to 80 cuts per second easily handles saplings up to 5" in diameter.
  • Direct-Drive Hydraulic Motor Efficiently converts hydraulic flow into cutting torque; multiple motor options ensure ideal flow matching.
  • Bent Axis Piston Motor Delivers premium torque, performance, and hydraulic efficiency in demanding terrain.
  • Heavy-Duty AR400 Steel Deck 1/4” thick, reinforced with structural channels for maximum impact resistance and durability.
  • Blade Mount System Grade 8 bolts with castle nuts and cotter pins keep slasher blades locked tight under high-impact use.
  • Reversible AR400 Blades Tough 1/2" steel for longer life; flip or replace in the field for less downtime.
  • Rotor Built to Last 1" thick steel plates on top and bottom sandwich the blade assembly for balanced and robust operation.
  • Safety Chain Curtain Reduces flying debris for safer operation near roads, fences, or structures.
  • Case Drain Protection Prevents pressure buildup in motor for reliable long-term operation.
  • Integrated Skid Shoes Helps the cutter float smoothly over uneven ground, protecting both terrain and equipment.
  • Simple Hydraulic Hookup No electrical wiring needed; just plug and go.
  • Free Blade Set Included Every unit ships with a spare set of blades mounted on the crate.
  • Locally Supported Designed with standardized parts; replacement components are widely available through local suppliers.

Detailed Specifications

Feature Details
Brand Baumalight
Model CXC-542
Cutting Width 42 inches
Compatible Excavator Size 5 14 Tons (Tracked or Wheeled)
Motor Options Available HX530, HX550, HX570
Recommended GPM Depends on motor (See Motor Options Chart)
Maximum Cutting Diameter Up to 5 inches
Slashes Per Second Up to 80
Number of Blades 3
Blade Material 1/2" AR400 Reversible Steel
Deck Thickness 1/4" AR400 Steel
Unit Weight 640 lbs
Low Cutting Height 2.5 inches
Discharge Protection Open Front and Back
Attachment Type Bolt-On
Case Drain Requirement Yes (Critical)
Rotor Plate Thickness 1" Top & Bottom
Min Excavator Size (Tracked) 3 tons
Max Excavator Size (Tracked) 15 tons
Min Excavator Size (Wheeled) 4.5 tons
Max Excavator Size (Wheeled) 17 tons
Free Blade Set Included Yes

 

Comparison Chart

Feature CXC530 CXC542 CXC550
Model No. CXC530 CXC542 CXC550
Baumalight Connection Code A02 A02 A03
Available Motor Options HX508, HX510, HX530 HX530, HX550, HX570 HX550, HX570, HX590
Recommended GPM Check Motor Options Chart Check Motor Options Chart Check Motor Options Chart
Maximum Brush Size 3.5" 5" 6"
Discharge Protection Open Front and Back Open Front and Back Open Front and Back
Path Width 40" 50" 67"
Cutting Width 30" 42" 50"
Low Cutting Height 2.5" 2.5" 2.5"
Number of Blades 3 3 3
Slashes per Second 80 80 90
Attachment Type Bolt-On Bolt-On Bolt-On
Maximum HP Check Flow & PSI on Carrier Check Flow & PSI on Carrier Check Flow & PSI on Carrier
Case Drain Critical Critical Critical
Min Tracked Excavator Size 2 ton 3 ton 8 ton
Min Wheeled Excavator Size 3 ton 4.5 ton 10 ton
Max Tracked Excavator Size 10 ton 15 ton 20 ton
Max Wheeled Excavator Size 11 ton 17 ton 24 ton
Deck Structure 1/4" AR400 steel 1/4" AR400 steel 3/8" AR400 steel
Unit Weight 550 lbs 640 lbs 1,380 lbs

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