Ag-Rite 48 in Rotary Cutter
A solid 4 ft brush cutter for a 22 hp tractor; check the size before you buy.
Amazon $2,599$2,599
The Ag-Rite 48 in Rotary Cutter and the MechMaxx FM150 60 in Finish Mower are evenly matched, rated 3.3 and 3.2. The Ag-Rite 48 in Rotary Cutter leads on capacity. The MechMaxx FM150 60 in Finish Mower wins on price and width. The MechMaxx FM150 60 in Finish Mower costs $1,200 less ($1,399 vs $2,599).
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MechMaxx FM150 60 in Finish Mower
The cheapest way to get a wide, low-cut lawn mower onto a small tractor.
Amazon $1,399$1,399
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Ag-Rite 48 in Rotary Cutter for capacity (cuts material up to 2 in vs cuts material up to 0.8 in).
- Choose the MechMaxx FM150 60 in Finish Mower for price ($1,399, $23 per inch of width vs $2,599, $54 per inch of width) and width (60 in working width vs 48 in working width).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every rotary cutters tractor implement; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Ag-Rite 48 in Rotary Cutter | MechMaxx FM150 60 in Finish Mower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Price 30% | 20 $2,599, $54 per inch of width | 88 $1,399, $23 per inch of width |
| Width 15% | 0 48 in working width | 50 60 in working width |
| Capacity 20% | 100 cuts material up to 2 in | 0 cuts material up to 0.8 in |
| Features 25% | 100 slip-clutch PTO shaft, cast-iron gearbox, quick-hitch compatible, debris guards | 50 features not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Ag-Rite 48 in Rotary Cutter | MechMaxx FM150 60 in Finish Mower | |
|---|---|---|
| Size and fit | ||
| Working width | 48 in | 60 in |
| Tractor size | 22 to 50 hp | 18 to 50 hp |
| Hitch category | 1 and 2 | 1 |
| Quick-hitch compatible | Yes | - |
| Weight | - | 406 lb |
| Mowing | ||
| Thickest cut | 2 in | 0.8 in |
| Cutting height | 1.5 to 11 in | 0.4 to 4 in |
| Finish mower | No | Yes |
| Driveline and warranty | ||
| Slip-clutch PTO shaft | Yes | - |
| Protected PTO shaft | Yes | - |
| Cast-iron gearbox | Yes | - |
| Debris guards | Yes | - |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |