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Products Description
Sundown Standard Duty Round Back Rotary Cutters | RCSD Series | Width 48", 60", & 72" | 18-60 HP | For Tractors
DESCRIPTION
The RCSD series Rotary Cutters are built for dependable performance in pasture maintenance, brush clearing, and roadside mowing. With a rugged 11-gauge deck, reinforced skid plates, and a floating 3-point hitch, these cutters deliver clean results across uneven terrain. Available in three working widths, each model is equipped with a 40 HP gearbox and high-speed blades for efficient cutting in tough conditions.
Key Features
- Model Width Range: Available in 48", 60", and 72" cutting widths to suit compact and utility tractors across various acreage sizes.
- Recommended Tractor HP: Designed for tractors in the 18–60 HP range, ensuring optimal blade speed and consistent cutting performance.
- Flexible Floating 3-Point Hitch: Allows the cutter to follow ground contours smoothly, reducing scalping and improving finish quality on uneven terrain.
- Laminated Tail Wheel: Heavy-duty tail wheel absorbs shock and maintains consistent cutting height, even in rough field conditions.
- 11-Gauge Deck and Side Walls: Thick steel construction resists denting and wear, providing long-term durability in demanding mowing environments.
- Full-Length Skid Plates: Protects the deck from ground contact and debris, extending the life of the cutter and improving glide over rough terrain.
- Slip Clutch or Shear Pin Driveline: Offers operator choice between torque-limiting clutch or shear pin protection for driveline safety and longevity.
- 40 HP Gearbox: Robust gearbox delivers reliable power transfer to blades, supporting heavy-duty cutting without stalling.
- Optional Front/Rear Chain or Rubber Guards: Customizable guarding options improve safety and reduce debris throw in sensitive mowing areas.
- Quick Hitch Compatible: Compatible with most quick-hitch systems for fast, secure attachment and improved operator efficiency.
- Powder-Coated Finish: Durable Sundown Gray coating resists rust and fading, maintaining a clean, professional appearance.
Detailed Specifications
RC4SD
Specification Value Model No. RC4SD Cutting Width 48" Hitch Type Category 1 Cutting Height 1.5" – 9" Blade Size 1/2" x 3" Blade Tip Speed 9,902–13,090 ft/min Recommended HP 18-45 Weight 463 lb Stock Color Sundown Gray
RC5SD
Specification Value Model No. RC5SD Cutting Width 60" Hitch Type Category 1 Cutting Height 1.5" – 9" Blade Size 1/2" x 3" Blade Tip Speed 12,377–16,362 ft/min Recommended HP 20-50 Weight 530 lb Stock Color Sundown Gray
RC6SD
Specification Value Model No. RC6SD Cutting Width 72" Hitch Type Category 1 Cutting Height 1.5" – 9" Blade Size 1/2" x 3" Blade Tip Speed 14,853–19,635 ft/min Recommended HP 25-60 Weight 623 lb Stock Color Sundown Gray
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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