How much horsepower does it take to run a 10 foot bush hog?
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How much horsepower does it take to run a 10 foot bush hog?
55 hp
| Model | Application | Min. PTO hp Required |
|---|---|---|
| CX15 10 ft | Commercial duty | 55 hp (41 kW) |
| CX15 | Commercial duty | 55 hp (41 kW) |
| CX20 | Commercial duty | 80 hp (60 kW) |
How much horsepower do I need for a 7 foot bush hog?
250 HP 190 HP
Comparison 7′ Brush Cutters
| Brand | Bush-Whacker | Bush Hog |
|---|---|---|
| Deck Thickness | 10 Gauge/10 Gauge | 7 Gauge |
| Side Skirt Thickness | 1/4″ | 1/4″ |
| Gearbox HP | 250 HP | 190 HP |
| Blade Size | 1/2″ x 3.5″ | 1/2″ x 4″ |
What size tractor do I need to pull a 15 ft batwing?
I would want at least 100 hp on a 15ft for mowing waist high grass…. maybe even 120. We have worn out a 15′ sidewinder with a 5000 ford 65 hp get to big and break to much on the bushhog. Agree with the others that knee high dry grass will be ok with 80-100hp.
What is the best time to bush hog?
Most homesteaders bush hog during the middle to the late weeks of summer when weeds begin to appear in pastures and fields. The quality of land being worked, climate, and seasonal weather may require two or even three brush hogging sessions – or as few as one.
How much money can you make bush hogging?
You can bush hog two acres per hour if it is just a field. Add in travel time and other factors and give them a job price. If you get a bunch of surprises like a lot of debris hidden in the brush, you can try to raise the rate. “This job will be $250 provided there are no surprises like junk or barbwire in the brush.”
What rpm do you brush hog at?
between 1200 and 1600 RPM’s
To brush hog, all you do is engage the PTO. It may be button or lever activated if fully independent. On certain tractors, however, you may have to push the clutch down and move a lever, then gradually let up on the clutch. You want to be between 1200 and 1600 RPM’s when turning the PTO on.
