A flail mower is a very popular agricultural machinery item for any farmer, contractor or professional landscaper. It can easily cut through tall grass, heavy weeds, brush and saplings. Unlike a tractor slasher it does not leave windrows, rather it evenly distributes fine clippings; benefiting soil structure, reducing the emergence of weeds and the need for pesticides, while leaving a neat finished cut.
There are many brands to choose from when purchasing a flail mower and many price points, it can be a big investment, so you want to make sure you are choosing the right one for your application. In this article we will outline the best flail mowers available in Australia, looking at quality, key differences, reliability, support and value.
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Muthing Flail Mowers / Mulchers
Muthing Mulchers are German Engineered, European manufactured and designed with innovation in mind, if you are looking for the best quality mulcher on the Australian market with the best quality
bi-product look no further than a Muthing! If you are serious about pasture improvement and sustainable farming Muthing is the right flail mower for you.
The Muthing mulcher range caters for hobby and professional farmers, through to contractors, councils and commercial applications. The Muthing range encompasses standard duty through to heavy duty / professional mowers. Muthing tractor mulchers are also backed by local hands on support through an Australia wide dealer network, spare parts are carried in stock by the importer based in Rutherford NSW.
Benefits and Features Unique to a Muthing Mulcher
- German engineered and European manufactured, superior manufacturing quality.
- Patented, removable and segmented shredding bars “Shark Fin System”, unique to a Muthing Flail Mower, designed for greater shred quality and lower maintenance costs.
- The use of high-grade steel – QST/E, mulcher bodies are manufactured from high tensile steel, making the machines lighter and stronger. This also allows for longer machine life, reduction in mulcher body cracks, lower fuel consumption and allows for the possible use of smaller tractors with a lower HP using a larger working width.
- High-tempered spring steel one-way protection flaps in front of the mulcher protect against stones and foreign objects.
- A self-cleaning roller facilitated by rotating hammers or shackle flails means no “push up” of cut materials and no sticking of grass, straw or stubble to the roller.
- “M Hammer” Flails the ultimate in reliability and longevity.
- Thrown Object Compliant – Müthing tractor mulchers / flail mowers are not only reliable but also provide a safe working environment. Müthing mulchers up to 3.2 metres have undergone Independent Thrown Object Testing and comply with ISO/WD 17101-2*.
- No windrows, finely mulched and de-fibered material spread evenly behind the roller creating the best bi-product on the market.
For more information regarding Muthing Mulchers / Flail Mowers please visit: https://www.sxm.com.au/why-choose-muthing/
Featured above: Muthing Mulcher / Flail Mower MUM600
Southern Cross (SXM) Flail Mowers / Mulchers
Southern Cross, supplies quality farming and agricultural equipment, which is reliable and built for Aussie conditions while also being competitively priced. They are a family run business and have been importing and distributing tractor implements and farm machinery for over twenty years. Southern Cross offers an affordable range of Tractor Mulchers / Flail Mowers to meet all your vegetation clearing, pasture and paddock mulching needs.
The SXM Flail Mower range includes; small-sized Mulchers perfect for tractors up to 45hp (in working widths of 1.2m, 1.4m, and 1.6m) while their Medium-Duty range caters to tractors up to 100hp (in working widths of 1.8m and 2m).
The SXM Flail Mowers are great value, built for Australian conditions and a great alternative to a slasher. The flail mowers cut and mulch grass, vegetation and sticks without leaving windrows, creating a cleaner-looking paddock that promotes healthier pastures through soil conditioning. They are backed by a Two-Year Gearbox Warranty, SXM also offers after sales service through its Australia wide dealer network and all necessary spare parts are carried in stock.
SXM Flail Mowers / Mulchers suitable for tractors up to 100HP – Benefits and Features
Southern Cross offers in the 100HP range both 2m and 1.8m working widths, the flail mowers feature hydraulic side-shift, 100HP gearbox with an over-run clutch, Bare-Co PTO shaft, front plate protection, SKF bearings and Gates belts, durable Q345 steel for the hood and side panels and an automatic tensioning belt device. With these robust components these mulchers offer exceptional performance, durability and value for money.
For more information regarding the SXM 100HP range please visit: https://www.sxm.com.au/flail-mower/
SXM Flail Mowers / Mulchers suitable for tractors up to 45HP – Benefits and Features
Southern Cross offers in the 45HP range both 1.6m and 1.2m working widths, these flail mowers are specifically designed for compact tractors, featuring; 45HP gearbox with an over-run clutch, Bare-Co PTO shaft, front plate protection, SKF bearings and Gates belts, durable Q235 steel for the hood and side panels and an automatic tensioning belt device. The SXM 45HP Flail Mowers offer exceptional performance, built for Australian conditions and offering great value for money, these machines are perfect for the compact tractor market!
For more information regarding the SXM 45HP range please visit: https://www.sxm.com.au/flail-mower/
Image featured: SXM Flail Mower 2 metre.
Berti Flail Mowers / Mulchers
The Berti brand of mulchers are supplied by an Italian company, they offer a range of mulchers from; agricultural mulchers (farm line) through to professional mulchers (professional line). Berti has been manufacturing mulchers for over 60 years, they provide a range of more than 500 models, suitable for every kind of application and for tractors, excavators or skid steer loaders.
The Berti range is reliable and high performing, they offer after sales service and supply all original spare parts. The machinery has been specifically developed for the maintenance and professional clearing of green areas in cities, forests and on farms.
Nobili Mowers / Mulchers
Nobili is an Italian brand and has been manufacturing agricultural equipment since 1945. Nobili mulchers are designed to get the best performance in all agricultural applications and to suit various tractor HP categories.
The Nobili mulchers are designed to cut grass, pruning’s and heavy organic material. Their mulchers (like others on the market) cut material repeatedly, instead of just once. This results in a fine residue that is then evenly distributed, this residue decomposes quickly into humus, improving soil quality.
Mulching allows non-productive land to be quickly returned to pasture. Mulching returns the nutrients to the soil. The decomposing mulched material increases nitrogen levels and reduces fertiliser requirements. Nobili mulchers can be applied to a wide range of applications including; general clearing, weed management, pasture topping, orchard and vineyard use, parks and gardens management, roadside maintenance and crop residue management.
Del Morino Mowers / Mulchers
Del Morino is an Italian family-run business and has been manufacturing small acreage tools and machinery for over 140 years. The Del Morino Flail Mower range offers mowers from 18-85hp, the mowers have strong heavy-duty gearboxes and come with two years factory warranty.
Standard Features
- Cast iron gearbox, V-drive belts with idler (adjustable)
- Electronically balanced rotor turning at 2400 rpm
- Solid deck of 4mm (8 gauge) with adjustable rear roller height
- Side skids for even mowing
- Adjustable 3-point linkage Cat 1 and 2, front or rear-mounted
- PTO shaft
- Safety protection
Key points to consider when choosing which flail mower is right for you
- Cutting width – understand the pastures / land you wish to mulch, the larger the cutting width the quicker you can potentially finish the job; however, you also need to consider manoeuvrability as a larger width might become challenging in tighter spaces.
- Your Tractor HP – the horse power of your tractor will also determine which flail mower you purchase. Best to contact your local dealer to discuss which size mulcher would best suit your tractor. Be sure to match what is suggested by the manufacturer and recommended by your local dealer this will prevent any potential issues with warranty.
- Hydraulic side shift – firstly do you have a tractor with hydraulics? if you do you may want to consider whether you would like the ease of a hydraulic side shift, perfect for cutting close to fence lines or under trees.
- What is your budget? This might determine which brands are available to you in your purchasing decision.
- Is there after sales service and warranty? Always good to check this prior to purchase. Things can sometimes go wrong, best to know you will be supported when they do.
- Does the supplier carry necessary spare parts in stock? Another good question to ask! You don’t want to be waiting months for a part when it is Spring time and you have mulching to do prior to the bush fire season!
In conclusion, choosing the right flail mower brand depends on your application, your requirements around the quality of the bi-product and your budget. It also depends whether you are looking to mulch a small block or a large commercial area. All the brands listed above cater for a variety of needs and applications, always best to speak with your local machinery dealer to ensure the right product is selected to suit your application, tractor requirements and budget. Click here to find your local machinery dealers; https://www.sxm.com.au/find-a-dealer/
