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GMD 16 20 24 28
GMD 240 280 310 350
KUHN’s mounted
GMD 10 and 100
series in brief:
Working
Cutter Knife
width
bar attachment
(m/ft)
GMD 16 1.60 series 100 by bolts
GMD 20 2.00 series 100 by bolts
GMD 24 2.40 series 100 by bolts
GMD 28 2.80 series 100 by bolts
GMD 240 2.40 series 100 by FAST-FIT or bolts
GMD 280 2.80 series 100 by FAST-FIT or bolts
GMD 310 3.10 series 100 by FAST-FIT or bolts
GMD 350 3.51 OPTIDISC by FAST-FIT or bolts 3
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MASTER SIMPLY GREAT F
The basic ration provides
the cheapest forage for the
livestock. In the current
environment of expensive
concentrate prices and the
need to increase productivity
and cost-efficiency in milk and
meat production, the value of
forage in a basic ration is more CUTTING AT THE RIGHT HEIGHT ENSURING A CLEAN AND EVEN CUT
- Less impurities are incorporated into the Double cutting has to be prevented, as it
important than ever. crop, not only when mowing but also during results in leaf losses and damage of the
Mowing is the first important the following forage harvesting operations. forage that risks then being affected by
- The right cutting height is important to favor diseases. Therefore the cutter bar and disc
step in the hay and silage high-value forage varieties. If cut to close to design should promote forage flow towards
making process with the ground, undesirable weeds and plants the swath and avoid that soil is incorporated
several options to be exploited may have a better chance to grow. into the forage.
- Last but not least, crop yield and productivity
in order to ensure an optimal are increased by preserving the tillering base
nutritional value of the forage. which composes the sugar reserves of the
KUHN mowers have evolved plant and the new buds.
in order to harvest all the
forage’s value. This has KUHN SOLUTIONS
happened by listening to
An ideal and constant cutting height is obtai- Specific design of the cutting unit
farmers’ needs and translating ned by simple adjustment of the top link. - The disc mower´s bevelled knives ensure a
them into specific solutions, Lifting skids are optionally available, if higher high-quality clean and even cut.
cutting heights are required. - The oval-shaped discs as well as the com-
of which some can be found pact and streamlined profile of the cutter bar
here. reduce soil and crop residue accumulation.
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Impurity content in % DM.
GRASS MUST BE CUT NOT PRESERVE THE PLANT COVER MOW AT THE RIGHT TIME
CHOPPED! The more the grassland is productive, the Especially for silage, harvesting at the right
The crop should be quickly ejected into the more it is also sensitive to damage. Never- stage means gaining the full value of forage
swath and only cut once. Double-cutting theless, it is essential to preserve the sward. plants: sugars, proteins, minerals and dry
causes higher crop losses, delays regrowth Otherwise, deep-rooting species, which are matter. Therefore, capitalizing on tight wea-
and increases the power requirement on the often undesirable (rumex, dandelions, etc) ther windows at the stage when the forage
tractor. would develop and impurities would be is ready, is an important building block to
incorporated into the crop. preserve the forage quality.
Converging disc rotation Perfect ground contouring - The disc mower floatation, which also allows
On KUHN mowers each pair of discs is - The cutter bar is positioned close to the appropriate working speeds;
driven with a converging rotation. Be sure: tractor wheels, ensuring a quick adaptation - the machine’s reliability: the mower won’t let
No double cutting will degrade your forage! when driving over rough terrain. you down during mowing operations;
- An optimal mounting of the suspension - easy swath clearing and headland turn
ensures an optimal balance of the cutter bar. manoeuvering thanks to the single cylinder
- Precise adjustment of the ground pressure. operated lift linkage (GMD 240 to 310);
- Cutter bar only exerts limited pressure on the - cutting width adapted to the working
soil. surface.
In this way the sward is preserved and the
forage not contaminated.
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SAVINGS
Some disc mowers may look like a KUHN from the outside. However what is on
the inside is more important. KUHN’s design and construction standards ensure a
long life and reliable operation. Assure yourself by taking a closer look on what the series
100 cutter bar has to offer.
1. Withstands the highest loads: special high-capacity bearings fitted in a one-piece sealed housing not subject to distorsion.
2. Increased service life: disc pinion shaft bearings endure radial forces for longest bearing life. This optimum position improves
the load balance.
3. Protection should an obstacle be struck: the PROTECTADRIVE system is designed to protect the cutter bar gear train and
minimizes downtime risks in full season.
4. Highly wear resistant: knife attachment hardware is fully protected. For added safety, heat treated steel cups are welded to
the disc.
5. Minimum wear or distortion risks: idler gear fasteners are located in heat treated steels cups.Correct alignment is ensured
without the risk of distortion.
6. Long-term reliability: large-diameter gearwheels in high tensile forged steel with reinforced teeth.
7. Perfect sealing: top-quality o-rings used on cutter bar bearing housings for a perfect, leak-free seal.
MINIMIZED DOWNTIME
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TAKE A CLOSER LOOK TO
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KUHN MOWERS
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GMD 16 20 24 28
SAVINGS
The suspension spring allows accurate adapta- The articulated cutting unit follows ground Should an obstacle be struck, the safety brea-
tion of cutter bar floatation to ground contours. contours with maximum accuracy, even when kaway causes the mower unit to swing slightly
The floatation spring tension is determined by mowing banks or ditches. backwards. The impact is significantly reduced.
adjusting the main frame height using the tractor’s You can reset the device simply by reversing.
3-point lift.
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WORK QUALITY
HOW TO ENSURE
QUALITY. A CLEAN AND EVEN CUT
CUTTER BAR FOLLOWS TERRAIN
CHANGES INSTANTANEOUSLY
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GMD 240 280 310
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WORK QUALITY
FOR A SUPERB
INTENSITY
MOWING QUALITY
EVEN FLOATATION OVER THE
ENTIRE CUTTER BAR
-25°
FROM
WORK TO
TRANSPORT
IN THE BLINK
OF AN EYE!
A large choice of
discs to adapt
to each need
The GMD 240, 280, 310 and 350 mowers can Depending on the situation and intensity of use, These discs with a service life that outmatches
be equipped with FAST-FIT knives. To minimize the knife bolt attachment can be selected. all other discs, are adapted to intensive mowing
costs the knife retention pin can be replaced These discs can be fitted with beveled knives conditions. The series 100 disc mowers can be
separately from the leaf spring. (standard) or ribbed knives. equipped with these heavy discs as standard.
Everything has been done to ensure that the Beveled knives are available as standard, ribbed
FAST-FIT attachment reaches the bolt fixation in knives as option.
terms of safety.
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COMFORT
SEMI-AUTOMATIC BELT TENSION ONE TOOL FOR ALL ADJUSTMENTS NO TIME TO LOOSE DURING HIGH
SEASON
The belts are readjusted during run-in. They fea- One tool, supplied with the mower, will perform
ture easy and accurate adjustment of belt tension. all of the following tasks: To save time during the season, the GMD 240,
And, a KUHN exclusive, proper pulley-to-pulley - adjustment of the floatation spring, 280, and 310 disc mowers are equipped with
dimension is maintained regardless of - unlocking the safety cover, a drive shaft enabling to extend the greasing
the load on the belts for increased belt life. - belt tension adjustment, intervals to every 100 hours. Only four nipples
- replacement of knives (if bolted), have to be greased.
- removal of discs.
SAVINGS
Retain the
resale value of
your machine!
Should an obstacle be encountered, the safety
breakaway allows the mower to swing slightly
rearwards, significantly reducing the impact load
on the cutter bar. The device is simply reset by
backing up.
KUHN PARTS
DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED
TO RIVAL TIME
KUHN foundries and forge as well as a high-level manufacturing process allow the production
of spare parts to defy time. You can truly rely on our know-how and our genuine parts. Farmers
benefit from our client support and logistics services via any KUHN PARTS warehouse, which
provide quick and reliable repair solutions in cooperation with your nearest authorized
KUHN dealer.
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GMD 350
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WORK QUALITY
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COMFORT
For transport, the mowing unit is folded vertically to very small dimensions. For increased comfort
when switching fields, two options can be fitted:
3. a simultaneous hydraulic rearward pivot to avoid folding the front guard by hand;
4. a hydraulic end guard folding for a transport height below 4 m (equipment only compatible with
the hydraulic pivot).
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GMD 10 SERIES 100 SERIES
STANDARD: OUTER SWATH WHEEL FOR OPTION: INNER SWATH WHEEL FOR OPTION: SECOND INNER HIGH CONE FOR
PERFECT SWATH FORMATION GMD 24 AND 240 GMD 28 AND 280
A swath wheel is mounted behind the outer disc This wheel reduces the swath width on the To reduce swath width on these mowers, the
cone and separates cut from uncut crop allowing GMD 24 and 240 models to approximately second flat disc is replaced with a high cone that
the right tractor wheels to drive over the ground 1.50 - 1.60 m (4’11’’ - 5’3``). reduces the swath width to approximately 1.70 -
instead of the previously cut crop. Swath wheel 1.80 m (5’7”- 5’11”).
advantages over a swath board:
- It fits entirely under the curtain.
- It has no ground contact.
- Damage by backing or turning is eliminated.
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FOR AN IMPROVED
COMPLIANCE OF TRACTOR
AND MOWER!
STANDARD:
OFFSET CAPABILITY
QUICK-HITCH READY!
OPTION: INNER SWATH WHEEL FOR GMD OPTION: CUTTER BAR LIFTING OPTION: WEAR SKID
28 AND 280 SKIDS
Wear skids are manufactured with great care
Used in connection with the second high cone, These lifters are available for mowing conditions, to resist working conditions in abrasive soils. To
the inner swath wheel on GMD 28 and 280 which necessitate elevated cutting heights. Up to reduce your maintenance costs, skid shoes
will reduce the swath to approximately 1.50 m 90 mm (3.54´´) are possible. are available and can be welded underneath the
(4’11’’). They will also prove useful in wet and sticky skids in order to increase their service life.
mowing situations.
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Technical specifications
Suspension
Safety
Average swath width (m/ft) 1.10 / 3´7´´ 1.40 / 4´7´´ 1.70 / 5´7´´ 2.
Mowing angle +35° to -22° (-40° with optional kit) +35° to -15°
Quick-hitch compatibility -
Chain limiter
Free wheel
KUHN SERVICES * *Not all services and equipment are available in every country.
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PROTECTADRIVE
by spring hydro-pneumatic
by FAST-FIT or bolts
vertical folding after manual folding of safety cover OR hydraulic vertical back folding
3-point, cat. 2
1 3/8 (6 splines)
The forage harvesting chain is only as strong as its weakest link. It´s important
that all machines do well interlock. In this context, the KUHN ForageXpert app can
support you in optimizing your harvest system according to your current equipment.
With this tool you can quickly find the mower, mower conditioner, tedder and rake
that are best adapted to your existing forage machines.
Available on the Apple Store as well as Google Play.
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mowers - 3. Horizontal fold disc mowers - 4. Front / rear mounted
drum mowers - 5. Triple head disc mowers - 6. Triple head disc
mower conditioners.
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certain details, some safety devices may not be in operating position. When operating these machines, these
devices must be in position in accordance with the requirements indicated in the operator’s manuals and assembly
manuals. Respect the tractor gross vehicle weight rating, its lift capacity and maximum load per axle and tyres. The
tractor front axle load must always comply with the regulations of the country of delivery (In Europe, it must reach
minimum 20 % of the tractor net weight). We reserve the right to change any designs, specifications or materials
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