Land Pride RCM5020, RC5020 manual Features and Benefits Of Optional Equipment, Hinged wing sections

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Section 7: Features and Benefits

RC5020 and RCM5020 Rotary Cutter

Land Pride

Features

Benefits

 

 

Hinged wing sections

Allow cutter to follow terrain. Ideal for rough ground where hillsides, ditches and hollows can

 

cause uneven cutting.

 

 

1” Solid hinge rods

Larger diameter hinge rod gives greater strength to the cutter from front to rear, and in the

 

hinge area itself.

 

 

Wing hydraulics

3 1/2” x 12” Cylinder to handle the large wing decks.

 

 

Wing transport locks

Safety feature. Holds wing sections up in case of hydraulic pressure loss.

 

 

8’ - 9” Transport width

Transport width is safe and legal in most communities.

 

 

Enclosed front to rear dual

Dual leveling rods enable the cutter to pull equally on the rear axle during travel over rough

leveling rods

terrain. Many competitors only use one leveling rod.

 

 

5-Bolt hubs

5-Bolt hubs makes the wheel assembly more durable and longer lasting.

 

 

Drain holes in wheel rims

Allows water to drain from wheels mounted on the folded-up wings.

 

Helps prevent paint deterioration and rusting to the wheel rims.

 

 

5” Square rear axle tubing

Heavy axle to handle harsh conditions.

 

 

Spring-cushioned center-

Protects unit from bumps and ground shock.

axle

 

 

 

Replaceable wheel spindles

Wheel spindles can be replaced when damaged without replacing the entire axle. Simply

 

remove two bolts to replace damaged spindle.

 

 

 

 

 

Features and Benefits Of Optional Equipment

 

 

6 or 8 Wheel option

Outer wing wheel can be single (6-wheel option) or dual (8-wheel option).

 

Dual wheels on the outer wings are ideal when mowing in areas where the wings needs to flex

 

up hill. The outer wheels rides farther up the embankments and keeps the decks from gouging.

 

Also, the extra wheels on the outer wing decks provides better load distribution.

 

 

Wheel options

Laminated tires: Eliminates flats.

 

Airplane tires without foam filling: Give better cushion while transporting.

 

Airplane tires with foam filling: Give better cushion while transporting and can’t go flat.

 

15" Wheel rims: Can mount your own tires.

 

 

Deck rings (optional)

1/2” x 3" full welded deck ring keeps blades from damaging the deck.

 

 

Front & rear shielding

Choice allows customer to fit his needs.

 

Front Shielding: Rubber guard, single chain or double chain.

 

Rear Shielding: Rubber guard, single chain or double chain.

 

 

Shredder Blades (Optional)

Ideal for cutting residue into smaller pieces.

 

Replaces blade and stump jumper configuration.

 

 

Baffles (Accessory)

Maintains shredded material in each section of the cutter for a consistent discharge

 

from the rear of each deck.

 

 

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Contents Rotary Cutters Table of Contents Safety at All Times Important Safety Information Use Safety Lights and DevicesUse a Safety Chain Practice Safe MaintenanceTire Safety Prepare for EmergenciesWear Protective Equipment Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard818-045C 818-130C 818-240C818-552C 818-540C 818-543C 818-840C 818-830C 818-276C818-561C 838-094C 838-588C 818-556C 818-564C818-229C 818-230CApplication Owner Assistance Using This ManualIntroduction Pre-Assembly Checklist Assembly and Set-upTractor Requirements Before You StartHitch Assembly Wing Axle AssemblyHitch Types Standard Clevis HitchDriveline Installation Tractor Hook-upCheck Driveline Length Hydraulic Hook-upRefer to -4 on Unhooking From the Cutter Refer to -6 onRefer to -1& -2 on Refer to -2 onCutting Height Adjustment AdjustmentsCenter and Wing Section Leveling Refer to -1 & FigurePre-Start Checklist Operating ChecklistInspection Procedures Operating InstructionsTransporting Transport LocksRefer to -1& Figure Field Set-up Operating SpeedWing Operating Angle Refer to -1& -2onDriveline Turning Angle General Operating InstructionsTable of Contents Safety Guard Options Shredder Blade AccessoryBaffle Accessory Wheel OptionsHydraulic Accessories Hitch OptionsIndependently Controlled Deck Wings Duplex outletsGeneral Maintenance Information Tractor MaintenanceCutter Blade Maintenance Maintenance & LubricationDrivelines With Slip Clutches Land Pride Cutter Blade PartsType a Clutches Clutch Run-In Clutch Disassembly, Inspection & AssemblyRefer to -7 & Table Below Plate Disassembly Type B Clutches Clutch Run-InStep Refer to -8 View aPlate Assembly Skid Shoe MaintenanceLand Pride Skid Shoe Replacement Parts Center Skid ShoeWing Skid Shoe StorageLand Pride Touch-up Paint Adjustable Turnbuckle Lubrication PointsHrs Axle Hub BearingGearbox Divider BoxConventional Driveline Profile Tubes Intermediate Driveline JointsConventional Driveline Joints & Shields Constant Velocity Driveline Profile Tubes Constant Velocity Driveline Joints & ShieldsType of Lubrication Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = Coat GenerouslyWing Driveline Profile Tubes Wing Driveline Joints & ShieldsRC5020 and RCM5020 Series Specifications & CapacitiesRC5020 & RCM5020 At 2 Cutting Height Features Benefits Features and BenefitsRC5020 and RCM5020 Rotary Cutter Features and Benefits Of Optional Equipment Hinged wing sectionsTroubleshooting Tire Inflation Chart Torque Values ChartAppendix Tire Size InflationWarranty GearboxCorporate Office P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA
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RC5020, RCM5020 specifications

The Land Pride RC5020 is a robust rotary cutter designed for agricultural and commercial applications, addressing the need for efficient vegetation management and land maintenance. This machine stands out in its class due to its exceptional durability and innovative features tailored for performance and reliability.

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