Description
Used 1.5 m Slasher – Farm‑ready, sound gearbox, sharp blades
This used 1.5 m rotary slasher is a no‑nonsense, ready‑to‑work implement for pasture topping, veld maintenance and roadside verge control. It’s in good condition: skids are solid, the gearbox shows no play, and the blades are still good, so you can hook up and cut immediately.
What you’re buying
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Cutting width: 1.5 m – a sweet spot for smaller and mid‑size utility tractors.
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PTO driven (540 rpm): Standard 3‑point linkage hookup for fast hitching.
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Good gearbox: No detectable play – a key checkpoint on any used slasher. (Routine gearbox and driveline checks are widely recommended for rotary cutters). ironcraftusa.comNJC Equipment Hire
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Good blades & skids: Blades still cut cleanly and the skids protect the deck, letting you glide over uneven ground and extend deck life. Heavy-duty brands specify bolt‑on skid shoes and stump jumpers as best practice – this unit follows the same proven layout. landpride.com
Why a 1.5 m slasher makes sense
For many SA farms, a 1.5 m unit is big enough to clear camps, orchards, waterways and road verges efficiently, yet light and narrow enough to manoeuvre in tighter spaces. Similar local heavy‑duty slashers (e.g., Falcon ranges from 0.9 m to 2.0 m with locally manufactured gearboxes) illustrate how common and serviceable this spec is in South Africa. falconequipment.co.zaagriquip.co.zadennismowers.co.zaSenwes
Reliability & upkeep
Rotary cutters are simple, tough implements. Keep the gearbox oil topped up, blades sharp, slip clutch/shear bolt protected drivelines set correctly, and grease points serviced—the recipe all major manufacturers (Land Pride, Bush Hog, IronCraft) push to avoid downtime. ironcraftusa.comlandpride.comBush Hoglandpride.comSteen Enterprises
Value for money
At R18 000 + VAT, this is an affordable way to add or replace a pasture cutter without paying new‑iron prices. It’s listed by brokers, farm ready, and fits perfectly with the “buy direct” approach many SA farmers prefer.
