
Hay and Forage Harvesting Equipment
972 Flail Chopper
- The 972 Flail Chopper has a cutting width of 6 ft for good productivity
- Adjustable discharge spout
- Gauge wheels are very easy to change
- Tractor hookup is fast and easy
Specifications
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Key Specs
Cutting width | 183 cm 72 in. |
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Cutting height | 6.4-15.2 cm 2.5-6 in. |
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Transport width | 287 cm 113 in. |
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Weight | 849 kg 1,872 lb |
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PTO speed | 540 rpm | |||
Drive system protection | Slip clutch protected |
Chopper
Cutting width | 183 cm 72 in. |
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Cutting height | 6.4-15.2 cm 2.5-6 in. |
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Operating width | 312 cm 123 in. |
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Transport width | 287 cm 113 in. |
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Length | 366 cm 144 in. |
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Height (with spout) | 312 cm 123 in. |
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Weight | 849 kg 1,872 lb |
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Number of knives | Rotor 42 (double edge) Cuttherhead 3 regular 3 optional |
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PTO speed | 540 rpm | |||
Rotor speed | 1,400 rpm | |||
Cutterhead speed | 800 rpm | |||
Auger speed | 246 rpm | |||
Tires | 15-5.90, 4 PR | |||
Drive system protection | Slip clutch protected | |||
Hitch adjustment | Yes, from tractor seat | |||
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Wagon hitches | Equal angle optional |
Additional information
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Financing
Learn more about financing options for this piece of equipment including:
- John Deere Revolving Plan account
- John Deere Multi-Use account
- Installment financing options
- Equipment leasing
- 10 Year Platinum Warranty Package
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