








Product Description
Baumalight Rotary Brush Cutter | Model CXC550 | Cutting Width 50" | Machine Size 5 To 14 Tons | For Excavators
DESCRIPTION
The Baumalight CXC550 Rotary Brush Cutter is engineered to take on the toughest land-clearing challenges with mid-to-large excavators in the 8 To 20 ton range. With its 50" cutting width, powerful hydraulic direct-drive system, and robust tri-blade rotor, this excavator-mounted brush cutter turns overgrown terrain into manageable ground fast.
Built for performance and reliability, the CXC550 is more than just a cutter it’s your go-to forestry and land management tool for mulching trees, clearing roadside brush, or taming rugged trails. Whether you're a landowner reclaiming acreage, a contractor clearing right-of-way access, or a municipality handling brush maintenance, this cutter delivers consistent, high-efficiency results.
Crafted with heavy-duty 3/8” AR400 steel deck, a 1" dual-plate rotor, and reversible slasher blades, the CXC550 is built to last and built to slash. The bent-axis piston motor maximizes hydraulic performance, while the chain curtain discharge shield ensures operator safety during operation.
Match your excavator’s hydraulic flow perfectly with multiple available motors for optimized performance, and take advantage of simple, bolt-on installation and a low-maintenance, hydraulic-only setup.
Key Features
- 50" Cutting Width Clears wide paths in a single pass, reducing time spent in overgrown areas.
- For 8–20 Ton Excavators Compatible with tracked and wheeled excavators in mid-size to large classes.
- Tri-Blade Rotary System Three heavy-duty slasher blades provide up to 90 slashes per second, shredding brush with ease.
- Hydraulic Direct-Drive Motor Bent-axis piston motor provides maximum torque and brush-cutting efficiency.
- Reversible & Replaceable Blades Made from ½” AR400 steel, designed for long life and easy maintenance.
- Heavy-Duty Deck Construction Built with 3/8” AR400 steel and reinforced for durability in rugged terrain.
- 1" Dual Rotor Plates Securely sandwich the blade system for maximum strength and impact resistance.
- Chain Curtain Discharge Protection Enhances safety by controlling flying debris.
- Low Cutting Height Cut as low as 2.5", ideal for clearing to ground level or trail grooming.
- Case Drain Required Protects motor and ensures smooth performance under high-pressure flow.
- Weld-On or Bolt-On Mount Options Flexible mounting solutions to fit various excavator couplers.
- No Electrical Required Hydraulic-only operation for fast, universal setup across equipment brands.
- Optimized GPM Motor Options Multiple motor configurations available to match your excavator's hydraulic specs.
- Free Extra Blade Set Included Comes with a spare set, securely packed for convenience.
- Available with Pack Wing PTO Power Packs Extend usability across equipment platforms with optional PTO solutions.
Detailed Specifications
Feature | Details |
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Brand | Baumalight |
Model Name | CXC550 |
Cutting Width | 50 inches |
Recommended Excavator Size | 8–20 Tons (Tracked), 10–24 Tons (Wheeled) |
Unit Weight | 1,380 lbs |
Hydraulic Flow | Match via Motor Options (HX550–HX590) |
Motor Type | Bent Axis Piston |
Blade Type | 3 x Reversible Slasher Blades |
Blade Material | ½" AR400 Steel |
Rotor Slashes per Second | Up to 90 |
Deck Material | 3/8" AR400 Steel |
Rotor Plates | 1" Top & Bottom |
Mounting Type | Bolt-On or Weld-On |
Discharge Protection | Chain Curtain (Front & Back Open Design) |
Case Drain Requirement | Yes |
Cutting Height (Min) | 2.5 inches |
Max Brush Size | 6 inches |
Comparison Chart
Feature | CXC530 | CXC542 |
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Baumalight Connection Code | A02 | A02 |
Available Motor Options | HX508, HX510, HX530 | HX530, HX550, HX570 |
Recommended GPM | Check Motor Options Chart | Check Motor Options Chart |
Maximum Brush Size | 3.5" | 5" |
Discharge Protection | Open Front and Back | Open Front and Back |
Path Width | 40" | 50" |
Cutting Width | 30" | 42" |
Low Cutting Height | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Number of Blades | 3 | 3 |
Slashes per Second | 80 | 80 |
Attachment Type | Bolt-On | Bolt-On |
Maximum HP | Check Flow & PSI on Carrier | Check Flow & PSI on Carrier |
Case Drain | Critical | Critical |
Min Tracked Excavator Size | 2 ton | 3 ton |
Min Wheeled Excavator Size | 3 ton | 4.5 ton |
Max Tracked Excavator Size | 10 ton | 15 ton |
Max Wheeled Excavator Size | 11 ton | 17 ton |
Deck Structure | 1/4" AR400 steel | 1/4" AR400 steel |
Unit Weight | 550 lbs | 640 lbs |
Feature | CXC550 |
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Baumalight Connection Code | A03 |
Available Motor Options | HX550, HX570, HX590 |
Recommended GPM | Check Motor Options Chart |
Maximum Brush Size | 6" |
Discharge Protection | Open Front and Back |
Path Width | 67" |
Cutting Width | 50" |
Low Cutting Height | 2.5" |
Number of Blades | 3 |
Slashes per Second | 90 |
Attachment Type | Bolt-On |
Maximum HP | Check Flow & PSI on Carrier |
Case Drain | Critical |
Min Tracked Excavator Size | 8 ton |
Min Wheeled Excavator Size | 10 ton |
Max Tracked Excavator Size | 20 ton |
Max Wheeled Excavator Size | 24 ton |
Deck Structure | 3/8" AR400 steel |
Unit Weight | 1,380 lbs |
Manuals & Documents
General Warranty Info:
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- The majority of products come with a manufacturer represented warranty against manufacturing defects for at least a 12 month period after the date of sale.
- Expendable components and "wear parts" including but not limited to blades, knives, teeth, oil, chain sprockets, skid shoes, knife mounting discs, and similar components are usually excluded from manufacturer warranties.
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