Ibex TX45 Drum Mower

Product Overview

This is our smallest drum mower and is designed for subcompact tractors. Simple in design and durable, it is easy to use and will give you years of trouble-free service. With a 45” cutting width and fast cutting speeds, this mower will outperform a sickle bar mower in the tough conditions of a hay field.

Description

The TX45 drum mower is designed for the small-framed tractors so popular with today’s landowner. Designed specifically for the lighter weight, narrower width, and smaller 3 point hitch of subcompact tractors, these mowers will cut faster and with fewer problems than other options.

The design of a drum mower is mechanically much simpler than sickle bar mowers. For nearly all hay cutting applications, it is a superior design that cuts faster with fewer problems. The drum mower design, which has been very prominent in Europe for decades, is finally gaining popularity here in the US, and rightly so.

A drum mower has only two large counter-rotating drums. These drums create a great deal of inertia, helping you to power through the thickest hay conditions. The drums are powered from above by a simple gearbox. They use only four inexpensive, reversible blades per drum. The blades can be easily sharpened or simply replaced when dull. Replacing a blade is a simple process. This simplicity in design makes them easier to use and maintain, while also making them more durable.

While other manufacturers continue to use belts between the main PTO and the drum gearbox, all of our drum mowers use a durable shaft-driven system. Shaft drive means no belts to come off, slip, or break at the most inconvenient times.

This machine is quality crafted in Italy, with a proven design in use for over 20 years. Every drum is factory tested to be dynamically balanced, reducing vibration and prolonging machine life. When you buy this mower, you can count on a quality machine that will give you many years of trouble-free performance.

PTO shaft included. For cutting instructions, click here.

Specifications

Model	TX45 Drum Mower
Cutting Width	3 ft 9 in (45 in)
Folding for Transport	Manual
Weight	453 lbs
No. of Blades	8 (4 per drum)
No. of Drums	2
Mowing Capacity (acres)	3 per Hour
Break Away Protection	No
Min. Tractor Engine Power	18 HP
Max. Tractor Engine Power	30 HP
PTO	540 RPM
Min. Tractor Width	3 ft (36 in)
Max. Tractor Width	4 ft 6 in (54 in)
Min. Tractor Weight	1400 lbs
Lift Kit	(Optional)
Tractor Hitch	Category 1, 3-Point
Gearbox Oil Type	80W90 EP Gear Oil

Cutting Height without Lift Kit	Lift Kit Adds:	Max Height with Lift Kit:
Low = 1" High = 2"	+1.5"	2.5"

*Cutting heights are approximate and can vary based on ground conditions as well as point of measurement.

Shipping

Crate	Dimensions
Length	88"
Width	46"
Height	34"


Machine Weight	420 lbs
Ship Weight	660 lbs

Delivery Type	Continental US
Pickup from Warehouse	FREE
Freight (Free Lift Gate Service)	Place in cart to calculate shipping.

Machine requires assembly.

Assembly Cost

Due to reduced staffing and required social distancing, we are not offering assembly of machines at this time. As always, we do provide written assembly instructions and help over the phone as needed.

Thanks for your understanding.

Tractor Compatibility


Ideally suited to subcompact tractors and older greymarket tractors from Kubota, Yanmar, and etc...	EXAMPLES: TYM T254 Kubota BX Series John Deere 1 Family
	These are some examples of tractors. For implement compatibility check the product specifications. Call us to ensure that your tractor is a perfect fit: (260)225-3429. We're here to help!*