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John Deere RC78B Rotary Cutter

Compact Construction
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9,324.00

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Key Features

  • Powerful Cutting Performance
  • Durable Construction
  • Optimized Power Utilization
  • Designed for Brush Clearing, Hardwood Clearing, and Cutting Unkept Grass and Vegetation
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<div class="accordion-wrap"><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">More Control Using Advanced Features</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><p>John Deere rotary cutters efficiently clear brush and hardwoods up to 10 in. (25.4 cm) in diameter, featuring a hydraulic valve that halts blade rotation within seconds. They also offer enhanced durability and performance through a direct-drive bearing, protective motor cover, and an optional blade load pressure gauge.</p><img src="https://johndeere.widen.net/content/xiyzbdlmjx/png/r4f092301.png" alt="Front left view of a 317G compact track loader in the woods with front-attached RC72B rotary cutter, clearing shrubs and sticks from a muddy clearing" loading="lazy"></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Overload Protection With Pressure Gauge</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><p>Equipped with a highly visible pressure gauge, the rotary cutter prevents overheating and overloading by allowing operators to monitor blade load. This feature is designed for continuous productivity with reduced stalling instances.</p><img src="https://johndeere.widen.net/content/pos1m4b7ue/png/optional_pressure_gauge_450x313.png" alt="Close-up view of a gray pressure gauge nestled with cables inside a metal protective cage." loading="lazy"></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Cut in both directions with the triple bi-directional blade design</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><p>The triple bi-directional blade design helps to balance for smooth operation and cutting efficiency. Blades are made of 0.75-in. (19-mm) thick high-grade steel and allow the operator to cut in both directions.</p><img src="https://johndeere.widen.net/content/ypbjvuaerq/png/triple_bi_directional_blade_design_445x360.png" alt="Underside of a rotary cutter, with chain shield across the top and three rectangular blades spaced out in the center" loading="lazy"></div></div></div></div></div>
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<div class="accordion-wrap"><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Blades</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><table class='custom-table-style'><tbody><tr><td><h5>Blade Thickness</h5></td><td><p>0.75 in.</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Blade Thickness</h5></td><td><p>19.05 mm</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Number of Blades</h5></td><td><p>3</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Cutting</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><table class='custom-table-style'><tbody><tr><td><h5>Cutting Capacity (Maximum Tree Diameter)</h5></td><td><p>4 in.</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Cutting Capacity (Maximum Tree Diameter)</h5></td><td><p>101.6 mm</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Cutting Width</h5></td><td><p>78 in.</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Cutting Width</h5></td><td><p>1981.2 mm</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Minimum Cutting Height</h5></td><td><p>2 in.</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Minimum Cutting Height</h5></td><td><p>50.8 mm</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Hydraulics</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><table class='custom-table-style'><tbody><tr><td><h5>Maximum Operating Pressure</h5></td><td><p>3500 psi</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Maximum Operating Pressure</h5></td><td><p>24131.5 kPa</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Minimum Hydraulic Flow</h5></td><td><p>15 gpm</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Minimum Hydraulic Flow</h5></td><td><p>56.78 L/min</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Rotary Cutter</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><table class='custom-table-style'><tbody><tr><td><h5>Deck Thickness</h5></td><td><p>0.25 in.</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Deck Thickness</h5></td><td><p>6.35 mm</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Overall Height</h5></td><td><p>24 in.</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Overall Height</h5></td><td><p>609.6 mm</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Overall Length</h5></td><td><p>94 in.</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Overall Length</h5></td><td><p>2387.6 mm</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Overall Width</h5></td><td><p>82 in.</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Overall Width</h5></td><td><p>2082.8 mm</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Weight</h5></td><td><p>1360 lb.</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Weight</h5></td><td><p>616.89 kg</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Vehicle Compatibility</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><table class='custom-table-style'><tbody><tr><td><h5>Compact Track Loader</h5></td><td><p>317G, 325G, 331G, 333G</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Hydraulic Connection</h5></td><td><p>12.7-mm (0.5 in.) quick-connect couplers</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Skid Steer Loader</h5></td><td><p>330G, 332G</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div></div>

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