2024 John Deere Flail Chopper 972
- Year 2024
- Make John Deere
- Model Flail Chopper
2024 John Deere Flail Chopper 972
Flail ChopperThe 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
Features may include:
Cutting width of 1.8 m (6 ft) for good productivity- Makes excellent grass silage
- Shreds and spreads corn and cotton stalks
- Chops light brush
- The rotor speed is 1366 rpm
- The cutting width is 1.8 m (6 ft)
- The mounting system of the knives allows them to swing back when they hit stones or other obstacles and to automatically return to their normal position without interrupting the chopping operation.
- The material deflector has independent movement from the rotation lever and is adjustable for different positions.
- The spout mechanism is heat-treated, which ensures a longer life of its components. The spout rotation is done through a lever, within reach of the operator from the tractor.
- A steel wear sleeve (attachment) extends the life of the spout.
PTO
PTO Power, Rated Engine Speed
540 rpm
Wheels & Tires
Tires, Rear Specification
15-5.90, 4 PR
Operational
Operating Speed
Rotor: 1,400 rpm | Cutterhead: 800 rpm
Auger Speed
246 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive System
Protection: Slip clutch protected
Dimensions
Height
Cutting: 2.5-6 in. (6.4-15.2 cm) | (with spout): 123 in. (312 cm)
Length
144 in. (366 cm)
Width
Operating: 123 in. (312 cm)
Cutting Width
72 in. (183 cm)
Transport Width
113 in. (287 cm)
Weights
Weight
1,872 lb (849 kg)
Features
Adjustability
Hitch: From tractor seat
Knife Quantity
Rotor: 42 (double edge) | Cuttherhead: 3 regular