Flail Mower Interchangeable cutters

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TailDragon

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I did read the long thread on flail mowers ( slept since then) but do not remember if any of the units had interchangeable blades ( hammer/ grass) usable on the same drum. Have read about one on e-bay that seems to offer that ability. Tried searching, may not be using correct wording.
I have a rotary cutter that works fine in open areas but would like a unit shorter for transportation and tighter areas. This would be for my MF 1529 HST. I leave the loader with bucket on to skim the ground before cutting overgrown areas.
 
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I know on my Value Leader flail I have the option of either hammer or Y blades and have used both.
Mine came with hammers installed and I ordered the Y blades at same time.
I'm sure other brands have the option as well.

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The only other one I have read about is the Liberty which looks like the Value Leader with green paint.
Other popular brands seem to require a different drum for rough cut vs fine cut.
Am debating over the hydro shift option as well.
 
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I have the hydro shift option, but don't use it :(

The tractor flail is mounted on only has a top cylinder, which I do use. Unfortunately, when doing some rough mowing, I kinda run over the hydro hose on the flail, so I took it off and shifted it to cover my wheel base. Works for me as one side still sticks out enough to get close where needed. If I ever add a 2nd port, I'd likely put it back on.

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