63" Heavy Duty Hydraulic Verge 3Point Offset Flail Ditch Bank Mower, 60-100 HP, rear attached VHF63

Farmry VHF63 63" Hydraulic Verge Ditch Bank Flail Mower – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What type of tractor is required for the VHF63 ditch bank flail mower?

A: The VHF63 flail mower is compatible with 60–100 HP tractors, ideally in the 85 HP range for best hydraulic responsiveness. It connects via a 3-point hitch and supports both Category I and Cat II linkages, making it a versatile match for a wide variety of utility tractors.

Q2: What kind of terrain is this mower designed to handle?

A: Built as a ditch bank flail mower, the VHF63 handles slopes, shoulders, and embankments with ease. Its hydraulic arm offers 90 degrees of upward tilt and 55 degrees downward, enabling precision cutting on road ditches, berms, and fence lines.

Q3: What blades come with the VHF63, and how effective are they?

A: This mower is equipped with a full set of hammer blades. These heavy-duty blades are excellent for mulching thick grass, brush, and even small saplings, offering reliable performance across all mowing conditions typical for a flail mower.

Q4: How durable is the mower’s construction?

A: The VHF63 is a heavy-duty flail mower, featuring a reinforced rotor shaft, thick rotor tube, and high side plate thickness. Its powder-coated frame helps prevent rust and extends service life even under daily commercial-grade use.

Q5: How does the mower handle uneven or sloped terrain?

A: Thanks to its hydraulic system, the ditch bank flail mower head pivots and floats with the terrain. With both vertical and horizontal adjustment, it ensures stable performance even when working over ruts or irregular ground surfaces.

Q6: What safety features are included with the PTO system?

A: It includes a shear bolt PTO shaft, a standard safety feature that disengages power in case of collision with rocks or debris. This protects both the tractor and mower from drivetrain damage.

Q7: What cutting width does the VHF63 offer, and what are its benefits?

A: The VHF63 offers a 63-inch flail cutting width, ideal for covering wide areas efficiently while still maintaining precision in tighter roadside or field edge zones.

Q8: Can the VHF63 be used for both fine trimming and heavy mowing?

A: Yes. The rotor shaft's balance and hammer blades allow the flail mower to handle everything from fine grass trimming to heavier mowing tasks. It’s a dual-purpose solution for varied vegetation management.

Q9: How is the mower controlled during operation?

A: The unit comes with a loader-style valve and float spool hydraulic connection. This lets the operator make fine-tuned tilt and offset adjustments directly from the tractor seat, especially useful in dynamic mowing environments like ditches and slopes.

Q10: What makes the VHF63 a strong long-term investment?

A: Its rugged flail mower build includes a 5.5-inch rotor shaft dia, commercial-grade hammer blades, and high-wear materials. With a 12-month warranty and U.S.-based support, it's a cost-effective and durable option for large-scale land maintenance.