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Flex Wing Rotary Cutter

FC12E

Key Features & Specs
  • 12 ft. cutting width
  • 540 PTO RPM
  • 40-plus HP tractor PTO compatibility
  • Newly added 1 SCV connection, optional 2 SCVs

FEATURES
SPECIFICATIONS
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Tough Durable Drivetrain for the Most Difficult Conditions

John Deere FC series rotary cutters are built to handle the most difficult mowing conditions such as small shrubs, tall, thick grass and weeds, stalks and thick brush. These rotary cutters can mow material up to 4 inches in diameter with features such as:

  • Up to 186.4 kw (250 hp) gearboxes; optional on M-spec, standard on R-spec
  • 7.62-cm (3-in.) output shafts on 186.4 kw (250 hp) gearboxes
  • Main Drivelines built for tight tractor turns
  • Slip Clutches standard on all John Deere FC series
  • 2.54-cm (1-in.) blade carriers standard
  • Ladder frame chassis design with 7.62x7.62 cm (3x3 in.( tubing is standard
  • 7-Gauge steel deck on R-spec cutters with smooth top for strength and easy cleaning
186.4 kw (250 hp) rated gearboxes 186.4 kw (250 hp) rated gearboxes
Category 6 Main driveshaft with CV Joint for tight tractor turns. Category 6 Main driveshaft with CV Joint for tight tractor turns.
Quality of Cut

You want to be proud of the way the job looks whether you are mowing along a road, mowing a pasture, or mowing around your house. The John Deere line of flex-wing cutters has these key features that will ensure you can take pride in a job well done:

  • Thick, heat-treated, high suction blades: These blades are designed to withstand tough conditions and provide a clean cut.
  • High blade-tip speed: This allows you to mow faster without sacrificing cut, saving you time and effort, especially when covering large areas.
  • Tall deck height: Ensures even, streak-free material dispersal by allowing optimal airflow.
  • Optional 540 or 1000 RPM PTO speeds available; Offers flexibility to match your mowing and equipment needs.
  • Many blade combinations: Customize your mower to handle different mowing conditions.

 

High suction blades combined with flat blades for maximum shredding action. High suction blades combined with flat blades for maximum shredding action.
Job Efficiency

The FC Flex Wing Rotary Cutter helps you make the most of both time and money. With wide cutting widths available from 12 ft. to 20 ft., you can mow large areas quickly.

  • Reduce Passes: The 5-inch overlap ensures you make fewer passes, saving time and fuel.
  • Increase Mowing Speed: Easily mow under trees without exposing the tractor cab, allowing for faster operation.
  • Confidence in Tough Conditions: The wing’s front tube lets you run over saplings without worry.
  • Adaptability: Adjust your cutting height on the fly from the cab to navigate obstacles effortlessly.
Flex Cutter Wings Flex Cutter Wings
Safety

For protection to the operator and surrounding area, all John Deere flex-wing rotary cutters are equipped with chains and lights as standard in all models.

Front and rear safety chains
Front safety chains Front safety chains

Chain Shields offer Safety and efficiency in several cutting conditions.

  • Enhanced Safety: Protects the operator and surrounding area from debris.
  • Cut Efficiency: Allows uncut material to pass into the cutting chamber with minimal restriction.
  • Customizable Protection: Add extra rows of chain shields to the front, back, or both sides for increased protection.
  • Durability: Built to withstand tough conditions.
Optional double-row chains for R-spec models Optional double-row chains for R-spec models
Lighting kit
Lighting kit Lighting kit

For increased visibility all cutters come standard from the factory with lights. Lights comply with U.S. regulations on implements wider than 3.05 m (10 ft).

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Key Specs
Cutting width3.7 m
12 ft
Cutting capacity (diameter)50.8 mm
2 in.
Tractor PTO HP range30 kW
40 hp
Transport widthAt wing wheels: 2.3 m 7.5 ft
Deck thickness11 gauge - 3 mm
0.12 in.
Side skirt thickness3 gauge - 6 mm
0.24 in.
Approx. weight1623 kg
3580 lb
Drivelines - Size - MainCV ASAE Category 4, splined telescoping profiles
Blade tip speed - 540 rpm - 1000 rpm540 rpm: 86.6 m/s
284.1 fps
Gearboxes5-year warranty
Capacity
Cutting width3.7 m
12 ft
Cutting height25.4-406.4 mm
1-16 in.
Cutting capacity (diameter)50.8 mm
2 in.
Cutting chamber depth254 mm
10 in.
Tractor compatibility
Tractor PTO HP range30 kW
40 hp
Tractor PTO540 rpm
Static Vert Drawbar Load Rating
Hitch
TypeStandard self-level hitch clevis with 57.2-cm (22.5-in.) narrow-profile width
Category
Hitch width
Jack standMechanical jack stand in base for all machines with hydraulically operated height, stays vertical while raising/lowering
Dimensions
Transport widthAt wing wheels: 2.3 m 7.5 ft
Overall width3.8 m
12.4 ft
Overall length4.8 m
15.7 ft
Deck shapeEasy-clean smooth top deck
Deck typeSingle
Deck thickness11 gauge - 3 mm
0.12 in.
Side skirt thickness3 gauge - 6 mm
0.24 in.
HingesIntermittent cast steel segments - greaseable single 2.5-cm (1-in.) diameter full-length hinge pin
Approx. weight1623 kg
3580 lb
Drivelines
SizeMain
CV ASAE Category 4, splined telescoping profiles
Connecting
ASAE Category 4, splined telescoping profiles
ProtectionConnecting
No-seize, slip-clutch driveline
Gearcases
NumberFour
HP ratingTransfer
Continuous: 186 kW
250 hp
Peak: 224 kW
300 hp
Center
Continuous: 56 kW
75 hp
Peak: 75 kW
100 hp
Outer
Continuous: 56 kW
75 hp
Peak: 75 kW
100 hp
Blades
Thickness13 mm
0.5 in.
Width102 mm
4 in.
TypeSuction
Overlap152 mm
6 in.
Blade rotation
Blade tip speed540 rpm
86.6 m/s
284.1 fps
Material flow system
Blade holderType
Round stump jumper for maximum protection for blade carrier against obstruction damage: 7 gauge 4.55 mm 0.18 in.
Blade bar: 2.5 x 10.1 cm 1 x 4 in.
Hydraulics
Wing liftOne SCV connected to the tractor (machine height plus wing lift)
Wing flexFor transport: upward 90 degree (angle)
Upward working angle: 45 degree (angle)
Downward working angle: 22 degree (angle)
Wheels
TypeOption 1
4-bolt, laminated: 21x5.25x9
Option 2
4-bolt, 16PR severe-duty ag: 21x7x12
SuspensionNo suspension - rigid back axle
Row width adjustmentNo
Wing-leveling adjustmentEasy adjust turnbuckle with bearing
Shielding
FrontSingle-row chain guard
RearSingle-row chain guard
Warranty
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