{"product_id":"mechmaxx-48-offset-ditch-bank-flail-mower-3-point-hitch-25-50hp-model-vam48","title":"MechMaxx 48\" Offset Ditch Bank Flail Mower, 3-Point Hitch, 25–50HP, Model VAM48","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MechMaxx VAM48 flail mower is designed for efficient vegetation control in tight and mid-sized areas such as fields, fence lines, ditches, and property perimeters. With a 48-inch working width and hydraulic offset capability, it delivers precision cutting while allowing you to safely reach beyond the tractor's path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for 25–50 HP tractors, this mower combines a durable belt-driven system, forged hammer flails, and a reinforced steel frame to handle dense grass, weeds, and light brush up to 1.5 inches in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e48\" Working Width – efficiently covers large areas while maintaining control in tighter spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic Side Shift \u0026amp; Offset – side-to-side movement allows trimming along fence lines, edges, and hard-to-reach areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic Tilt Function (90° Up \/ 60° Down) – ideal for ditch banks, slopes, and angled cutting applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-Duty Hammer Flails (20 Total) – designed to break down thick grass and overgrowth into fine mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e540 RPM PTO with 1-3\/8\" Z6 Shaft – provides reliable, universal compatibility with most tractors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for 25–50 HP tractors; handles vegetation up to 1.5\" diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for fields, long ditches, yards, and perimeter maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces a cleaner, more even cut compared to rotary cutters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt Drive System – smooth, efficient power transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed SKF Rotor Bearings – long-lasting reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast Steel Hammer Blades – durability under heavy use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront Safety Chains – help contain debris during operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable Cutting Height (Rear Roller System) – easily set cutting height between ~0.65\" – 2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory 1, 3-Point Hitch – simple and secure hookup for most compact and utility tractors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded PTO Shaft (T6-LF-63, Shear Bolt) – ready-to-run setup with adjustable driveline length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-size:14px; table-layout:fixed;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px; background:#f2f2f2; width:50%;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px; background:#f2f2f2; width:50%;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eVAM48\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eTractor Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e25–50 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eWorking Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e48 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eOverall Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e56 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eCutting Height Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e0.65\" – 2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eMax Cutting Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e1.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eNumber of Hammers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eBlade Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eHammer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003ePTO Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e540 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003ePTO Shaft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e1-3\/8\" Z6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eDriveline Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e63\" – 77\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eBelt Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eNumber of Belts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eRotor Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e~2,356 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eTilt Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e90° Up \/ 60° Down\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eOffset Distance (Max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e69 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eHitch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eCategory 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eWeight (Net \/ Gross)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e613 \/ 696 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eDimensions (L×W×H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid black; padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e56 × 27.5 × 28 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9747\/3187\/files\/VAM_48_60_65_Product_manual.pdf?v=1777632107\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eProduct Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MechMaxx","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47515848769699,"sku":"150143","price":2699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9747\/3187\/files\/mowervam48-_25.jpg?v=1782445963","url":"https:\/\/www.garageautosupplies.com\/products\/mechmaxx-48-offset-ditch-bank-flail-mower-3-point-hitch-25-50hp-model-vam48","provider":"Garage Auto Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}