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Overview

Cat® Brushcutters are used to clear land and overgrowth.

Units:
Overall Width 74.0 in 1880.0 mm Less
Cutting Width 72.0 in 1829.0 mm Less
Maximum Cutting Diameter 3.0 in 76.0 mm Less
Required Hydraulics Standard Flow Standard Flow Less
Overall Length 85.0 in 2159.0 mm Less
Overall Height 20.0 in 518.0 mm Less
Weight 1100.0 lb 499.0 kg Less
Required Hydraulic Flow 57-80 L/min (15-21 gpm) 57-80 L/min (15-21 gpm) Less
Optimal Hydraulic Pressure 150-230 bar (2176-3340 psi) 150-230 bar (2176-3340 psi) Less
Tip Speed (Depends On Flow) 11,210 - 15,730 fpm 11,210 - 15,730 fpm Less
Motor Displacement 8.5 in³/rev 140.0 cm³/rev Less

Compatible Equipment

Compact Track Loaders
259D 279D 289D 299D2 299D2 XHP
Skid Steer Loaders
236D 246D 262D 272D2 272D2 XHP

Application

Cat® Brushcutters are used for clearing overgrowth from highway medians, utility easements and for initial land clearing for housing, parks and recreational areas..

Blades and Blade Carriers

High strength blades deliver high cutting action, durability and also mulch overgrowth. Fully balanced blade carriers prevent unnecessary vibration. Tapered blade carrier allows cutter to ride up over stumps and rocks.

Long Life Motors and Gears

Long life motors deliver years of high-speed blade performance. Machined and heat treated gears in sealed gearbox provide reliable, durable transfer of torque from motor to blade carrier.

Motor Protection Guard

Motor protection guard shields motor and gear box from debris. Removing a set of bolts allows this hinged guard to be moved away for easy access to motor and gearbox.

Galvanized Coil Chains

Galvanized coil chains (7.9 mm [5/16 in] proof) provide debris guarding in the front and rear areas to restrict flying debris and material.

Heavy-Duty SKids

Heavy-duty skids allow easy movement of the brushcutter through uneven terrain while maintaining stability of the work tool and machine.