Features and Benefits
Gearcases and blade holders provide better performance
Flex-wing CV driveline is easy to attach
Four larger, more durable gearboxes
Heavy-duty axle with spring suspension
Tight turns can be performed
Transport lock offers a safe wing-up position
Serviceability
Hydraulic parking system makes cutter leveling easy and safe
SPECS
MANUFACTURER John Deere
MODEL HX15
Capacity
Cutting Width, in. (mm) 180 (4572)
Cutting Height, in. (mm) 1 to 16 (25 to 406) for clearance over terraces
Cutting Capacity (diameter), in. (mm) 3 (76.2)
Cutting Chamber Depth, in. (mm) 10.5 (267)
Tractor Compatibility
Tractor PTO HP Range 55+
Tractor PTO 540 or 1000
Static Vert Drawbar Load Rating, lb.(kg) 1960 (890)
Hitch
Type Pull-type, with standard self-leveling hitch clevis (Pull-Type has standard 10,000 lb Safety Tow Chain)
Category ---
Hitch Width, in. (mm) 22.5 (570) for tight turn capability
Jackstand Hydraulically operated; stays vertical while raising/lowering (optional manual jackstand kit available)
Dimensions
Transport Width, in. (mm) 110 (2800) at wing wheels
Overall Width, in. (mm) 183 (4726)
Overall Length, in. (mm) 194 (4932)
Deck Shape Easy-clean, dome-shaped top deck
Deck Type Double-decker design; superior strength
Deck Thickness, in. (gauge) (mm) ---
Upper .118 (11) (3)
Lower .138 (10) (3.5)
Shirt Thickness, in. (mm) 0.25 (6)
Hinges Intermittent cast steel segments - greaseable; single 1-in. diameter full-length hinge pin
Approx. Weight, lb. (kg) 5250 (2386)
Drivelines
Size ---
Main CV ASAE Category 5 tubular telescoping star profiles
Connecting ASAE Category 4 tubular telescoping star profiles
Protection ---
Main No-seize, self-adjusting slip clutches
Connecting No-seize, self-adjusting slip clutches
Gearcases
Number 4
HP Rating ---
Transfer 250 hp (186 kW) continuous / 300 hp (224 kW) peak
Center 120 hp (89.5 kW) continuous / 150 hp (112 kW) peak
Outer 120 hp (89.5 kW) continuous / 150 hp (112 kW) peak
Blades
Thickness, in. (mm) .5 (13) (Single suction) / .5 (13) (Dual suction-upper) - .5 (13) (Dual suction-lower)
Width, in. (mm) 4 (102) (Single suction) / 3 (76.2) (Dual suction-upper) - 4 (102) (Dual suction-lower)
Type Single suction, Dual suction
Overlap, in. (mm) 6 (152)
Blade Rotation CW, CCW, CCW
Blade Tip Speed, ft./min. (m/s) ---
540 RPM Wing - 15,586 (79.2) / 177 mph; Center - 15,728 (79.9) / 179 mph
1000 RPM Wing - 15,837 (80.5) / 180 mph; Center - 15,256 (77.5) / 173.4 mph
Material Flow System Smooth, obstruction-free Max Flow cutting chamber for a clean cut and no windrows
Blade Holder ---
Diameter, in. (mm) ---
Type Bar Type (Dual suction) or Round Stumpjumper (Single suction) for protection of blades and carrier against obstruction damage
Hydraulics
Wing Lift Standard, includes spring-assist unfolding
Wing Flex, degrees 90 up, 22 down
Wheels
Type ---
Option 1 4-bolt 21x5.25x9.0 Laminated Tires
Option 2 4-bolt 21x7x12 16 PR Severe-Duty Ag Tires
Suspension Spring suspension (4x8-in. coil spring) on all 4 wheel standards
Row Width Adjustment Yes
Wing Leveling Adjustment Easy-adjust turnbuckle with bearing
Shielding
Front Chain
Rear Chain
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