MX15 ROTARY CUTTER

Medium-Duty Rotary Cutter

  • Constant-velocity (CV) driveline
  • Wings flex to follow any terrain
  • Front and rear safety chains
  • Standard lift and fold hydraulics





Features



John Deere rotary cutters lead the way with innovative design, superior performance, and proven durability. Valuable features are included such as the Double-Decker™ design and Max Flow cutting chamber, which prevent water and debris from accumulating on the smooth, dome-shaped top deck while the flat bottom deck absorbs the punishment from rocks and stumps.

 

The top deck stays smooth - no dents, no dings, no holes. The internal supports sandwiched between the top and bottom decks are key to the smooth and structure-free Max Flow cutting chamber, while at the same time provide added strength and durability.

 

To help promote safe operation, John Deere rotary cutters are equipped with front and rear safety-chain shields. John Deere rotary cutters continue to advance in value with larger, more powerful gearboxes, redesigned blade holders, and updated constant-velocity (CV) drivelines (special to the flex-wing models).

 

Here are situations when a rotary cutter is needed:

  • Clipping pastures encourages grass growth, optimizing on valuable pasture acreage.
  • Cutting grass and stalks helps control insects.
  • Routine cutting keeps weeds from reseeding.
  • It is the most cost efficient way to cut roadsides, parks, cemeteries, airport fields, hydro, gas, and telephone easements, and all other types of open properties.
  • Cutting grass waterways encourages root development and helps prevent erosion.
  • Knocking down stalks is essential in no-till and minimum-till fields.
  • Shredding stalks such as cotton, corn, and milo speeds up decomposition.
  • Clearing out brush is easy.
  • Use a rotary cutter to control undergrowth and grass in orchards, vineyards, and groves.

John Deere rotary cutters are available in three duty-level categories, three different spindle configurations, four hitch types, and three flex-wing sizes.

  • Mid-duty
    • MX models are available in 1.5-m (5-ft), 1.8-m (6-ft), 2.1-m (7-ft), 2.5-m (8-ft), 3.2-m (10-ft), and 4.6-m (15-ft) cut widths.
    • This duty-level category cuts brush up to 50.8 mm (2 in.) in diameter.
  • Heavy-duty
    • HX models are available in 3.2-m (10-ft), 4.2-m (14-ft), 4.6-m (15-ft), and 6.1-m (20-ft) cut widths.
    • HX6 is available in 1.8-m (6-ft) and the HX7 is available in 2.1-m (7-ft) cut widths; they cut brush up to 101.6 mm (4 in.) in diameter.
  • Commercial-duty
    • CX models are available in 3.2-m (10-ft), 4.6-m (15-ft), and 6.1-m (20 ft) cut widths; they cut brush 101.6 mm (4 in.) in diameter.

 

NOTE: CX models are heavier built to cut at a 101.6mm (4 in.) capacity level more frequently and for longer durations.

MX15 splitter and center gearcaseMX15 splitter and center gearcase
MX15 wing gearcaseMX15 wing gearcase
MX15 round-pan blade holder (stump jumper) MX15 round-pan blade holder (stump jumper)
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Gearcases and blade holders provide the following:

  • More horsepower
  • Faster blade-tip speed
  • Better performance
  • Quieter operation
  • Increased durability

The MX15 is equipped with a round-pan blade holder for optimum cut performance, material distribution, and gearbox protection.

 

The MX15 gearcases comes standard with a five year warranty.

MX15 CV drivelineMX15 CV driveline
Six-lobe-star profileSix-lobe-star profile

The tractor power take-off (PTO) is connected to the MX15 splitter gearbox by a CV, Category 5, tubular six-lobe-star-profile telescoping driveline that provides smooth operation while turning and going over variable terrain:

  • Updated flex net design
  • Complies with industry standards ASAE S331 and ISO 5673

 

 A lightweight driveline with a lock-slide collar makes it fast and easy to attach.

MX15 rigid axlesMX15 rigid axles
MX15 rigid axle detailMX15 rigid axle detail

The MX15 is equipped with four rigid axle assemblies. The severe-duty agricultural tires that are teamed up to the axle assemblies provide a smooth ride for the terrain type and duty level for which the MX15 is designed.

Tight turning radius (CX15 shown)Tight turning radius (CX15 shown)
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Hitches have a narrow profile and are 57.2 cm (22.5 in.) wide to allow a very tight turning radius.

Rear cylinder transport lock in locked positionRear cylinder transport lock in locked position
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A transport lock flips over the lift cylinder for backup to the hydraulics when transporting the cutter.

 

The MX15 wing locks are located at the front-bottom section of the wings.

 

The wing cylinders lift and support the wings and the locks provide a secure wing-up position for transport, storage, and servicing.

 

The heavier HX and CX flex wings have spring-loaded wing arms with wing locks.

Wing lock in locked positionWing lock in locked position
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A - Pin locking position
B - Pin storage when the wing is down

MX15 in transport mode*MX15 in transport mode*
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*The MX15 is shown with optional dual center wheels.

Gearcase with oil-level dipstick (A)Gearcase with oil-level dipstick (A)
Oil-level dipstick detailOil-level dipstick detail

Gearcases are provided with oil-level dipsticks.

 

Spring-loaded check valve vents are provided to release any air pressure that might build up within the gearcase and to keep the rotary cutter deck free of oil that would otherwise spew out of permanently open vents.

Wing hinge grease zerksWing hinge grease zerks
Bellcrank grease zerksBellcrank grease zerks

All pivoting points that would benefit from greasing are provided with grease zerks. Wing hinges in particular are provided with individual grease zerks. It is important to note that these points require greasing infrequently; lubrication is for protection against seizing, not wear.

Hydraulic parking systemHydraulic parking system
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The MX15, like the HX15, CX15, HX20, and CX20, comes standard with an industry-exclusive hydraulically operated parking system with a swing-away parking stand that makes raising and lowering the cutter easy and safe. In addition, the manual implement jack is in base equipment so hitch leveling can  be adjusted without hydraulics. With this addition, the cutter will remain in the same position for long time periods.

Specifications


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Capacity mx15-rotary-cutter
Current Model
Cutting width4,572 mm
180 in.
Cutting heightFor clearance over terraces 76.2 to 355.6 mm
3 to 14 in.
Cutting capacity (diameter)50 mm
2 in.
Cutting chamber depth267 mm
10.5 in.
Tractor compatibility
Tractor PTO HP range37 kW
50 hp
Tractor PTO540 rpm
Static Vert Drawbar Load Rating742 kg
1,635 lb
Hitch
TypePull-type, with standard self-leveling hitch clevis (Pull-Type has standard 10,000 lb, 4,536 kg, Safety Tow Chain)
Category
Hitch widthFor tight turn capability 570 mm
22.5 in.
JackstandHydraulic parking stand
Dimensions
Transport widthAt wing wheels 2,800 mm
110 in.
Overall width4,726 mm
183 in.
Overall length4,932 mm
194 in.
Deck shapeEasy-clean, dome-shaped top deck
Deck typeDouble-decker design; superior strength
Deck thicknessUpper
3 (11) mm
.119 (11) in.
Lower
3.4 (10) mm
.134 (10) in.
Shirt thickness6.3 (3) mm
.25 (3) in.
HingesIntermittent cast steel segments - greaseable; single 1-in. (2.5-cm) diameter full-length hinge pin
Approx. weight1,915 kg
4,224 lb
Drivelines
SizeMain
CV ASAE Category 5 tubular telescoping star profiles
Connecting
ASAE Category 4 tubular telescoping 2-lobe profiles
ProtectionMain
No-seize, slip-clutch driveline
Connecting
No-seize, slip-clutch driveline
Gearcases
Number4
HP ratingTransfer
186 continuous / 224 peak kW
250 continuous / 300 peak hp
Center
55.1 continuous / 75 peak kW
75 continuous / 100 peak hp
Outer
55.1 continuous / 75 peak kW
75 continuous / 100 peak hp
Blades
Thickness13 Single suction mm
.5 Single suction in.
WidthSingle suction 102 mm
4 in.
TypeSingle suction
Overlap152 mm
6 in.
Blade rotationCW, CCW, CCW
Blade tip speed540 RPM
Outer 5,267 (315 km/h) m/min
17,281 (196 mph) fpm
Center 5,194 (312 km/h) m/min
17,040 (194 mph) fpm
Material flow systemSmooth, obstruction-free Max Flow cutting chamber for a clean cut and no windrows
Blade holder
Type
Round stump jumper
Hydraulics
Wing liftStandard
Wing flex90 up, 22 down degree (angle)
Wheels
TypeOption 1
In base - dual-wing wheel spindles, hubs, and tires - quantity 4
4-bolt 21x7x12 16 PR Severe-Duty Ag Tires
Option 2
Optional - 2 to 4 additional tires can be added
SuspensionRigid axles
Row width adjustment
Wing-leveling adjustmentEasy-adjust turnbuckle with bearing
Shielding
FrontChain
RearChain
Warranty
Gearboxes5 years
Key Specs
Approx. weight
Blade tip speed - 540 rpm - 1000 rpm
Cutting capacity (diameter)
Cutting width
Deck thickness - upper - lower
Drivelines - Size - Main
Gearboxes
Shirt thickness
Tractor PTO HP range
Transport width