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

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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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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