Any towed flail mower reviews?

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Has anyone here used these towed, flail mowers and could give a review of it? No not a three point, PTO powered one, but the ones with there own engine. Thanks!
 

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Not one of those specifically, but my father used to have an old tow behind for his garden tractor. It had it's own motor like shown above. I think it was a Mott. He says he never should have sold it, but someone offered him "the right price." Made nice cuts and he loved it.
 
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Thanks! The Mott seems to be out of production but I did find photos of it.
 

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Google ATV Flail Mower, and you will see several options.

 
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If anyone has used these mini flail mowers, or even knows someone who has, please post a review of it :confused:
 
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Having a conversation with Chapman, they do not yet have a importer to the states for this machine, but do hope yo get one in operation this summer.

This is on there web page.----------------------------


The Chapman FM Range of ATV Flail Mowers is the perfect tool for the removal of weeds, rushes & bracken; and the general maintenance of fields, paddocks, parkland and for cutting game trails. Heavy duty construction and Honda engines for a long working life.

The FM ATV Flail Mower range by Chapman Machinery Ltd are designed from the outset to tackle tough mowing tasks including mowing on rough, wet & boggy ground where a heavier mounted unit could become stuck.

Built to be exceptionally tough, yet have a low ground pressure for easy towing, the FM Series Flail Mower can go where other machines cannot. We use industry-leading 21hp & 23hp Honda GX630/700 V-Twin Engines, which offer unparalleled power and performance.

All machines are fitted with a heavy duty rear roller to prevent scalping. The compact design of the FM120 self-powered flail topper keeps the mass low to the ground for stability, and allows cutting easily beneath trees and overhanging branches.

The FM Series Flail Mower range are fitted as standard with a centrifugal clutch, allowing for safe & efficient operation from the towing machine. The centrifugal clutch gives automatic drive engagement and disengagement, and combined with the automatic tensioning assembly reduces maintenance by compensating for belt wear and belt loading. Heavy-duty ‘bx’ type drive belts last longer and are more efficient than smaller units used on competing machines.

This video goes into detail but should you need any more information call 01288 308 149 or find & speak to your nearest distributor by using our handy map below:

Dealers (agricultural dealership) - Chapman Machinery
 
 
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