FC20R ROTARY CUTTER Rotary Cutter FAQs
What can the John Deere FC20R rotary cutter handle?
The John Deere FC20R is a 20 ft flex-wing rotary cutter that mows material up to 4 in. in diameter. It is built for tough jobs like small shrubs, tall thick grass and weeds, stalks and thick brush, along roadsides, pastures and large properties.
What size tractor do I need for the John Deere FC20R?
The FC20R is listed for tractors in the 75 PTO hp range and runs at either 540 or 1,000 rpm PTO. It comes with a CAT 2/3 self-level hitch clevis, and a CAT 2 ball-type self-level hitch is also offered, both with a 22.5 in. narrow-profile width.
How heavy-duty is the John Deere FC20R drivetrain?
The FC20R has four gearcases, with a transfer gearbox rated at 250 hp continuous and 300 hp peak. A Category 6 CV main driveline handles tight tractor turns, a no-seize slip clutch driveline protects the drivetrain, and the gearboxes carry a 5 year warranty.
What is the deck of the John Deere FC20R made of?
The FC20R has a 7 gauge smooth-top deck that is easy to clean, 3 gauge side skirts and an 11 in. deep cutting chamber. It uses 0.5 in. thick suction blades, round stump jumpers and maintenance-free hinges with a full-length hinge pin.
How do you transport the John Deere FC20R?
The wings fold upward 90 degrees for transport, bringing the FC20R to 11.1 ft wide at the wing wheels, and it weighs about 7643 lb. In the field, the wings flex 45 degrees up and 22 degrees down to follow the ground. Safety chains and a lighting kit come standard.
Where can I buy genuine parts for my John Deere FC20R?
You can shop genuine John Deere FC20R parts on Koenig Marketplace, including mowing and cutting parts, drivetrain parts and wheels, tires and tracks. Choose same-day delivery from a nearby Koenig store or pick up in store. Our trained technicians across Ohio and Indiana can also handle your FC20R's blade, gearbox and driveline service.