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Bush Whacker Medium Duty Flex-Wing Brush Cutter | Model MD-180 | Width 180" inches | Horsepower 120 HP | For Tractors
DESCRIPTION
The Bush-Whacker MD-180 Flex-Wing Brush Cutter stands out as one of the sturdiest medium-duty cutters on the market. Featuring a smooth-top design and deck rings included as standard equipment, this cutter delivers excellent performance and reliability at a great value. Perfect for mowing grass and weeds up to 3" in diameter, it combines durability, efficiency, and ease of use.
Key Features
- Robust Gearboxes: Three spindle gearboxes with 120 HP capacity (540 or 1,000 RPM, 1:1.46 ratio). Divider gearbox with 160 HP capacity for efficient power distribution. Built with malleable housings, forged alloy steel gears, and carburized shafts for durability.
- Reliable Drive Shafts: Shielded PTOs crafted from high-quality propeller shaft materials with needle-bearing universal joints. Includes Category 6 80-degree constant velocity main drive shaft and Series 8 Category 6 wing drive shafts.
- Slip Clutch System: Three heavy-duty clutches with spring-type adjustment and two friction discs for smooth and consistent operation.
- Precision Blades: 1/2" x 4" alloy spring steel blades with airlift design and an 8-inch overlap. Free-swinging blades handle obstructions with ease, offering a blade tip speed of 15,500 FPM.
- Durable Tires: Six solid rubber tires standard with independent shock-absorbing systems for all-wheel axles. Optional tires include: 25" treaded laminate, used aircraft, or foam-filled aircraft tires.
- Smooth Deck Design: 10-gauge steel top deck ensures durability and easy cleaning. Structural frame made from 3" channel with a 1/4" thickness.
- Hydraulic Wing Adjustments: Hydraulic lift cylinders allow flexible wings to adjust up to 88° above and 22° below the horizontal cutting plane. Optional manual wing lift or rephasing level lift systems for added versatility.
Detailed Specifications
Feature | Details |
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Model | MD-180 |
Cutting Width | 15' |
Cutting Height | 2" - 15" |
Cutting Capacity | 3" |
Deck Thickness | 10 Gauge |
Side Skirt Thickness | 3/8" |
Divider Gearbox HP | 160 HP |
Spindle Gearbox HP | 120 HP |
Blade Size | 1/2" x 4" Alloy Spring Steel |
Blade Tip Speed | 15,500 FPM |
Blade Overlap | 8" |
Weight |
Without Chains/Tires: 3,700 lbs With Standard Tires: 4,339 lbs |
Tires | Laminated, solid rubber (optional aircraft tires available) |
Safety Deflectors | Chain Guards |
Hydraulic Adjustments | Yes |
Transport Width | 88" |
Warranty |
1 Year Limited (Mower) 5 Years Limited (Gearbox) |
Manuals & Documents
General Warranty Info:
- Ripping It Outdoors works closely with our manufacturers to supply and support your products warranty needs as best as possible!
- 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.
- Please reach out to us for any specific warranty information needed about products and parts you can’t find!
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