Powerful, rugged cutter built for dependable brush mowing and field maintenance with compact-to-mid tractors.
The BEFCO Tornado RMD rotary cutter is designed for medium-duty mowing and land-clearing tasks on farms, right-of-ways, and rural properties. It handles thick grass, brush, and even small saplings — up to 2" in diameter — delivering a smooth, even cut across uneven terrain thanks to its floating top link and balanced rotor.
With a sturdy 8-gauge reinforced deck, heavy-duty spring steel blades, and a slip-clutch protected PTO driveline, the Tornado RMD offers dependable durability and safety under demanding use.
Whether you’re maintaining pasture, clearing fields, or managing overgrown land, the RMD offers versatility and reliability — ideal for landowners, contractors, and farmers using tractors in the 35–80 HP range.
Medium-Duty Capacity (35-80 HP)
Designed for tractors with 35–80 HP, making it an excellent match for mid-size farming or land-management equipment.
Robust Blade & Deck Construction
Features two heavy-duty 1/2″×4″ spring steel blades mounted on a balanced carbon-steel rotor, protected by an oval stump jumper — ideal for cutting thick grass, brush, or saplings up to 2″ diameter. The reinforced 8-gauge deck adds structural strength for long-term use.
Adjustable Cutting Height
Cutting heights can be set between 1″ and 9¼″ — giving flexibility whether you want a low mow or to clear heavier overgrowth.
Slip-Clutch-Protected PTO Driveline
Includes a 1 3/8″ ASAE Category 4 driveline with slip-clutch safety to protect the tractor and cutter from overloads — important for rugged terrain or when hitting unexpected obstacles.
Terrain-Adaptive Floating Deck & Tail Wheel
The floating top link allows the deck to follow ground contours for a consistent cut, while a laminated tailwheel with tapered roller bearings ensures stability and smooth maneuverability over uneven ground.
Safety Shields & Replaceable Skids
Front and rear protective chain shields come standard, along with replaceable side skids — helping protect the cutter and tractor while extending service life.
| Tractor Power | 35 – 80 HP (26 – 60 kW) |
| PTO Speed / Hitch | 540 rpm • 3-point Cat. 1 hitch |
| Cutting Capacity | Up to 2″ diameter brush or saplings |
| Cutting Height Range | 1″ – 9¼″ |
| Blades | 2 × ½″ × 4″ spring-steel free-swing blades |
| Rotor Speed | 855 rpm |
| Deck Construction | 8-gauge reinforced steel with oval stump jumper |
| Driveline | 1 3/8″ ASAE Category 4 with slip-clutch protection |
| Laminated Tail Wheel | 4″ × 8″ × 15″ (tapered roller bearings) |
Available Models:
| Model | Working Width | Overall Width | Weight (lbs) | Blade Tip Speed (ft/min) |
| RMD-360 | 60″ | 68″ | 695 | 13,189 |
| RMD-372 | 72″ | 80″ | 785 | 15,748 |
Note: Rotor speed is 855 rpm; blade tip speed varies by model.
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