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Farmer Helper Commercial Flail Mower | FME Series | Working Width 60″ To 78″ | 30-65 HP | For Tractors

Farmer Helper Commercial Flail Mower | FME Series | Working Width 60″ To 78″ | 30-65 HP | For Tractors

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  • Cutting Width: 60" To 78", ideal for wide-area mowing.
  • Tractor Compatibility: Fits Category I/II, 30 To 65 PTO HP tractors.
  • Unit Weight: 707 To 896 lbs depending on model.
  • Intended Use: Designed for tractors to cut grass, brush, and saplings up to 3".
  • Overall Width: 67" To 83" for broad ground coverage.
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Farmer Helper Commercial Flail Mower | FME Series | Working Width 60″ To 78″ | 30-65 HP | For Tractors

DESCRIPTION

Take control of your landscape with the rugged precision of the Farmer Helper FME Series Commercial Flail Mower a light commercial-grade solution built for mowing grass, weeds, brush, and small saplings on uneven terrain. Whether you're maintaining parks, highways, orchards, or open fields, this flail mower delivers clean, consistent results with minimal debris throw, making it ideal for high-traffic and sensitive areas.

Engineered for tractors with 30 to 65 horsepower, the FME Series features a reinforced box channel frame and deck to prevent twisting and ensure long-term durability. Its powerful 65 HP cast-iron gearbox and multiple drive belts provide reliable power transfer to the blades, while the reverse rotor rotation enhances cutting efficiency and mulching performance.

Choose between standard hammer blades or optional “Y” blades for tailored cutting capabilities. The adjustable rear roller with mud scraper bar allows you to fine-tune cutting height from 0″ to 6″, while the large deck offset enables close mowing around trees, fences, and other obstacles. With a balanced rotor shaft and under-deck clump busters, the FME Series ensures smooth operation and a professional-grade finish every time.

Key Features

  • Compatible with tractors rated 30 To 65 PTO horsepower, making it ideal for compact to mid-sized utility tractors commonly used on farms, orchards, and large acreage properties.
  • Available in three working widths: 60", 68", and 78", providing flexible coverage for various mowing needs from tight spaces to wide-open fields.
  • Hammer blades (27 oz each) are standard, perfect for cutting and mulching brush, saplings up to 3" thick, and heavy vegetation.
  • Optional Y-blades (10.9 oz) offer a cleaner finish for mowing grass, weeds, and soft vegetation, great for parks, roadsides, and landscaped areas.
  • Equipped with a 65 HP cast-iron gearbox, built for commercial-duty performance with an oil-bath design to ensure long life and minimal maintenance.
  • Features 3 to 4 heavy-duty drive belts (depending on model) for dependable power transfer from the PTO to the rotor, reducing slippage and ensuring consistent blade rotation.
  • The reverse rotor spin direction pulls vegetation inward before mulching, reducing debris throw and creating a safer mowing environment.
  • Comes with a rear roller and height adjustment system (0–6") that allows precise control over cutting height and eliminates scalping on uneven terrain.
  • Designed with a 4mm thick steel housing and reinforced box channel frame to resist flexing and damage, even in rugged or brush-heavy conditions.
  • Offers 16” cutting offset from the tractor centerline, allowing easier mowing along fence lines, tree rows, buildings, and other obstacles.
  • Balanced 4.5” diameter rotor tube minimizes vibration and wear on bearings, ensuring smoother operation and longer service life.
  • Wide blade swing diameter of 14.5” delivers high inertia for efficient mulching and reduced engine strain during heavy-duty jobs.
  • Compatible with Category I or II 3-point hitches, ensuring fit with a broad range of tractors commonly used by small farms and municipalities.
  • Safety-focused design is ideal for use near structures, animals, and people perfect for parks, orchards, vineyards, and roadside maintenance.
  • Finished with a durable baked-on powder coat, providing superior corrosion resistance for extended outdoor use.

Detailed Specifications

Feature Details
Gearbox Rating 65 HP
Cutting Offset 16″
Cutting Height Adjustable (0″–6″)
Housing Thickness 4mm
Side Plate Thickness ¼″ (5/16″ on FH-FME195)
Rotor Diameter 4″
Rotor Shaft Diameter 4½″
Blade Swing Diameter 14.5″ (14″ on FH-FME195)
Rotor Tube Diameter 4½″
Balanced Rotor Tube Yes
Blade Type Hammer or Optional “Y” Blades
PTO Shaft Shear Bolt, 1-3/8″ 6-Spline
Hitch Type Category I (I/II on FH-FME195)
Finish Baked-on Powder Coat

 

Specification FH-FME155 FH-FME175 FH-FME195
Working Width 60″ 68″ 78″
Overall Width 67″ 75″ 83″
Min HP 30 HP 30 HP 35 HP
Hitch Type Cat I Cat I Cat I/II
Hammer Blades 24 28 32
Optional “Y” Blades 48 56 64
Belts 3 4 4
Weight 720 lbs 740 lbs 865 lbs

 

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