2024 John Deere RC40 Series RC4048

Information

2024 John Deere RC40 Series RC4048

Rotary Cutter
  • iMatchTM compatible
  • John Deere Quik-Knect™ compatible
  • Front and rear chain shields standard
  • PTO slip clutch standard
  • 3-year limited gear box warranty

Features may include:

Easy-to-maneuver deck
  • Round rear deck frame provides easy maneuvering in tight areas
  • The round-back deck design on the RC40 Series Rotary Cutter enables easy maneuvering into tight corners and around trees, fences, and other hard-to-reach areas.
Front and rear chain shields in basePower take-off (PTO) slip clutch and drive shaft storage in base
  • PTO clutches protect the gear box component against damage when blade rotation has stopped.
  • The drive holder that is incorporated into the frame, allows the PTO drive shaft to rest on the frame and not on the shop floor or ground. Providing more comfort and avoiding contamination from dirty floor and ground surfaces.
Durability and reliability
  • The RC40 Series cutters also comes with a three year limited gear box warranty, giving customers peace of mind regarding the heart of their rotary cutter.

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Highlights

  • Albany, Georgia
  • 2024
  • John Deere
  • RC40 Series RC4048
  • Available
  • Blades: 3 in. (76 mm) | wheels laminated: 4 in. (101.6 mm)
  • Cutting: 2-9 in. (5.1-23 cm)

Specifications

  • 2024
  • John Deere
  • RC40 Series
  • RC4048
  • General
  • Gear case: 40 hp (30 kW)
  • 15 – 40 hp (11.2 – 29.8 kW) | 540 rpm
  • Category: ASAE 3
  • Type: Slip Clutch
  • Quantity: 1 | type: Laminated
  • Blades: 13,100 fpm (66.5 m/s)
  • Labor hours: 1
  • Category: Cat. 1 | type: Lift-type
  • 0.11 in. / 0.11 in./ 12 gauge / 2.79 mm /
  • Skirt Thickness: 12 gauge / 2.79 mm | Cutting diameter: 0-2.5 cm (0-1 in.) | Blades Thickness: 0.5 in. (13 mm) | wheels Diameter laminated: 16 in. (406 mm) | blade diameter: 20.5 x 9.25 in. (235 x 521 mm)
  • 52.3 in. (132.8 cm)
  • 90.3 in. (229.2 cm)
  • 48 in. (122 cm)
  • Cutting chamber: 7 in. (17.8 cm)
  • Cutting: 2-9 in. (5.1-23 cm)
  • Blades: 3 in. (76 mm) | wheels laminated: 4 in. (101.6 mm)
  • 48 in. (121.9 cm)
  • 410 lb (186 kg)
  • Deck Shape: Flat-open round back / type: Single | Blades Type: Heat treated, suction | Blade holder: Oval pan-type
  • Time period: 1 year | Gearbox: 3 year