{"title":"Sickle Bar Mowers | Forge Claw","description":"\u003cp\u003eSickle bar mowers cut where other attachments can't reach. Steep ditch banks, wet meadows, native grass stands — the reciprocating blade shears vegetation clean without tearing roots or scalping soil. You get a hay-quality cut at a fraction of the horsepower a rotary mower demands. PTO-driven models mount to compact and utility tractors. Hydraulic versions attach to skid steers, excavators, and compact track loaders for boom-reach mowing on slopes and right-of-way corridors. Cut widths run from 28 inches to 72 inches. Whether you're producing hay, maintaining roadsides, or managing conservation land, the right sickle bar turns one carrier machine into a precision mowing system.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tractor-sickle-bar-mower-pto-20-75-hp","title":"Sickle Bar Mower for Tractors | Cat 1 \u0026 2 | 20–75 HP | PTO Driven 3 Point","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVideo Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video\" style=\"display: block; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4jG1Z76rM_w\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis PTO-driven sickle bar mower is built for 20–75 HP Category 1 and 2 tractors, delivering clean, controlled cutting for field edges, ditches, and conservation areas. When you're maintaining fence lines, clearing ditch banks, or cutting hay in terrain that doesn't exactly cooperate, you need a mowing solution that can handle the angles and the abuse. The BEFCO BSB Sickle Bar Mower is built for that kind of work. Designed to cut cleanly at angles up to 90 degrees upward and 55 degrees downward, this isn't just a hay mower — it's a versatile cutting tool for anyone managing conservation acreage, pond edges, steep slopes, or overgrown rights-of-way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable through Forge Claw with free nationwide shipping, the BSB series brings together thoughtful engineering and practical field performance. It's a PTO-driven implement that mounts to your Category I or II three-point hitch, making it compatible with tractors ranging from 20 to 75 horsepower. That flexibility means whether you're running a compact utility tractor or something a bit heavier, you've got options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe double-action sickle bar design is where this mower really sets itself apart. Both the sickle blades and the teeth move in opposite directions, which means material doesn't jam up the way it does on single-action systems. You're not stopping every few hundred feet to clear out tangled grass or vines. You're moving through the job at speeds up to 9 mph, getting more done in less time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEFCO equipped the BSB with a cylinder stop mechanism that lets you raise the cutting bar using just your tractor's hydraulic system. That's a huge convenience when you're turning around at the end of a row or navigating between obstacles. You don't have to mess with the three-point hitch every time you need to lift the bar. Flip the lock, raise it hydraulically, make your turn, and keep going. It's one of those features that doesn't sound like much until you've spent a day in the seat — then it becomes something you wouldn't want to work without.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BSB is offered in three working widths: 72 inches, 84 inches, and 96 inches. All three models share the same power requirements and operating features, so you're choosing based on the width that matches your job, not compromising on capability. The 72-inch model weighs 628 pounds, the 84-inch comes in at 650 pounds, and the 96-inch tips the scale at 672 pounds. These are solid, well-built implements that feel substantial without being unnecessarily heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForge Claw has made this mower available to contractors, landowners, and agricultural operators across the country because it solves real problems. If you've ever tried to mow a ditch bank with a rotary cutter, you know the limitations. The BSB lets you work angles that would be dangerous or impossible with other equipment. It's equally at home cutting clean hay in a field or knocking down brush along a creek bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne detail worth mentioning: BEFCO includes an extra cutting blade with every unit. That's not just a nice gesture — it's practical. When you're working in rough conditions, having a spare blade on hand means you're not waiting on a parts order to get back to work. It's the kind of thing that shows the manufacturer understands how this equipment gets used in the real world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hydraulic lift system includes a flow adjustment valve, so you can control how quickly the cutting bar lowers. That matters when you're working uneven ground or need to ease the bar down gently to avoid hitting obstacles. The transport lock bar secures the cutting bar for road travel, and a blade guard comes standard to protect the sickle during transport. These aren't flashy features, but they're the details that make daily operation safer and more efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEFCO designed this mower to handle a variety of vegetation types. Tall grass, weeds, light brush, and everything in between. The serrated tooth sections are heavy-duty and bolt-on, spaced at 2 inches instead of the 3-inch spacing you'll find on many other designs. That tighter spacing means fewer rocks wedging between blades and fewer breakdowns in the field. The sections are also easier to replace when wear finally catches up with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe connecting rods are cast aluminum with cooling fins. That reduces the weight of moving parts and helps dissipate heat faster, which extends component life. The rods use sealed bearings that never need greasing — one less maintenance task to remember. Small details like this add up over the course of a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring-loaded upper blade guides keep the blades from overheating and make blade replacement quicker and easier. When you're out in the field and a blade needs swapping, you'll appreciate how straightforward BEFCO made the process. The evenly spaced skids along the cutting bar prevent bowing and reduce metal fatigue. Other designs put skids only at the ends, which allows the bar to flex more under load. BEFCO's approach distributes the load more evenly, which translates to fewer stress-related failures over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe belt tensioning system deserves a mention too. You can verify correct belt tension without removing the belt shield. That makes routine checks faster and means you're more likely to actually do them. Proper belt tension keeps the mower running efficiently and extends belt life, so anything that makes it easier to check is a win.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mower is compatible with ASABE Category I quick hitches, which means you're not fumbling with pins and adjustments every time you hook up. If your tractor has a quick hitch, the BSB will work with it — just make sure you've got the required 6-inch overlap on the PTO driveline. If you don't, you'll need a longer driveline. It's a safety issue, not something to shortcut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForge Claw stands behind every BEFCO product we distribute. This mower is backed by BEFCO's 12-month warranty for defects in materials and workmanship, and we make sure you've got access to parts and support when you need it. We also offer flexible financing options, because we know that equipment purchases are investments that need to fit into a budget and a business plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a farm owner managing hayfields and pastures, a contractor maintaining rights-of-way, or a landowner keeping conservation acreage under control, the BSB Sickle Bar Mower gives you the reach and cutting performance you need. It's a tool that works where other mowers can't, and it does the job without constant breakdowns or repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable working widths: 72 inches, 84 inches, and 96 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall width: 130 inches (BSB-272), 142 inches (BSB-284), 154 inches (BSB-296)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 628 lbs (BSB-272), 650 lbs (BSB-284), 672 lbs (BSB-296)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping weight: 717 lbs (BSB-272), 750 lbs (BSB-284), 782 lbs (BSB-296)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible tractor horsepower: 20-75 HP (15-56 KW)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-point hitch: Category 1 and Category 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTO speed: 540 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTO driveline: 1 3\/8 inch ASAE Category 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum working speed: 9 mph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting angles: 90 degrees upward, 55 degrees downward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift system: Single-action hydraulic cylinder with flow restrictor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-action sickle bar with serrated tooth sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTooth spacing: 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-action sickle bar — blades and teeth move in opposite directions to prevent jamming and allow continuous cutting through heavy vegetation without clogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic cylinder with cutting bar raise lock — lets you raise and secure the cutting bar using only the tractor's hydraulic remote, eliminating the need to adjust the three-point hitch during end-of-row turns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty bolt-on serrated tooth sections with 2-inch spacing — tighter spacing prevents rocks from wedging between blades and reduces cutting bar failures in rough terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvenly spaced skids along the cutting bar — distributes load uniformly to prevent bar bowing and metal fatigue, increasing longevity compared to designs with end-only skids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast aluminum connecting rods with cooling fins — lightweight design reduces stress on moving parts while cooling fins dissipate heat faster for extended component life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring-loaded upper blade guides — prevent blade overheating during operation and allow for quick, tool-free blade replacement in the field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable flow control valve on hydraulic cylinder — lets the operator control lowering speed for precision placement and obstacle avoidance on uneven ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eASABE Category 1 quick hitch compatible — simplifies hookup and attachment changes when used with compatible quick hitch systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ability to work at angles up to 90 degrees upward and 55 degrees downward opens up job possibilities that most rotary cutters simply can't handle. You can tackle steep ditch banks, pond edges, and roadside slopes without repositioning your tractor or risking a rollover. That means you're covering more ground in less time and taking on maintenance contracts that would otherwise require specialized equipment or hand tools. The time savings alone can pay for the mower over the course of a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDurability translates directly to lower operating costs. The heavy-duty serrated tooth sections with 2-inch spacing mean fewer blade breakages and less downtime. The evenly spaced skids prevent the cutting bar from flexing under load, which reduces metal fatigue and extends the life of the entire unit. When components do need replacement, they're bolt-on parts that you can swap in the field without specialized tools or a trip to the shop. That's less time out of service and more time earning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe double-action sickle bar keeps material flowing through the cutting zone without jamming. You're not stopping every few passes to clear wrapped grass or tangled vines. At working speeds up to 9 mph, you're covering acres efficiently while still getting a clean cut. That productivity boost is noticeable when you're facing tight deadlines or trying to beat incoming weather. The faster you can complete a job without sacrificing cut quality, the more jobs you can take on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydraulic operation of the cutting bar — independent of the three-point hitch — makes a real difference in operator fatigue and job efficiency. When you're making dozens of turns in a day, not having to fuss with hitch controls every single time saves energy and keeps you focused on the work. The flow adjustment valve gives you precise control over lowering speed, so you can ease the bar down gently when working around obstacles or drop it quickly in open areas. It's the kind of operator-focused design that makes long days more manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included spare cutting blade and the ease of blade replacement mean you're prepared for unexpected wear or damage. When a blade does need changing, the spring-loaded upper guides make the job quick enough that it doesn't eat up your afternoon. You're back to work faster, which keeps jobs on schedule and customers happy. For contractors billing by the hour or the acre, minimizing downtime directly impacts profitability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEFCO's sealed bearing connecting rods eliminate a regular maintenance task. You're not greasing fittings on a schedule, and you're not dealing with the mess and time that comes with it. The cast aluminum construction with cooling fins keeps operating temperatures lower, which extends bearing life and reduces the chance of a mid-job failure. Less maintenance and fewer breakdowns mean more uptime and lower total cost of ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BSB's versatility means you're getting a tool that handles multiple job types. Cutting hay, maintaining rights-of-way, clearing conservation acreage, trimming hedgerows — this one implement covers a range of applications that would otherwise require multiple pieces of equipment or different contractors. For landowners, that's a solid return on investment. For contractors, it's the ability to bid on a wider variety of jobs with equipment you already own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mower is ideal for farm owners managing hayfields and pastures, contractors maintaining municipal or utility rights-of-way, landowners with conservation acreage or CRP ground, and anyone responsible for keeping ditch banks, pond edges, or steep slopes under control. It's equally suited to agricultural production and land maintenance applications. If you're working in terrain where angles matter and standard rotary cutters fall short, the BSB is worth serious consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatibility with both Category 1 and Category 2 three-point hitches and a wide horsepower range (20-75 HP) means this mower works with most compact and utility tractors. Before operation, verify that your tractor's PTO operates at 540 RPM and that you have a hydraulic remote available for the cutting bar lift cylinder. If you're using a quick hitch, confirm that there's at least 6 inches of overlap on the PTO driveline. If not, contact Forge Claw or your local dealer for a longer driveline — this is a safety requirement, not optional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating best practices include checking belt tension regularly using the easy-access inspection system. Proper tension keeps the sickle bar running efficiently and prevents premature belt wear. Before each use, inspect the cutting bar for loose or damaged tooth sections and replace any worn blades. The transport lock bar should always be engaged when moving between job sites, and the blade guard should be in place to protect the sickle during road travel. These simple steps prevent damage and keep the mower ready to work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoutine maintenance is straightforward. Keep the hydraulic cylinder clean and inspect hoses for wear or damage. The sealed bearings in the connecting rods don't require greasing, but a visual inspection now and then is good practice. Store the mower under cover when not in use to protect it from the elements. With basic care and attention, this mower will deliver years of reliable service across a wide range of cutting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by BEFCO, this product is covered under the manufacturer's 12-month warranty for defects in materials and workmanship, valid for the first registered owner from the date of invoice. Replacement parts are warranted for 30 days from delivery. The warranty does not cover wear items such as belts, shear pins, oil, grease, tires, tubes, hydraulic hoses, knives, and PTO components. Warranty service must be performed by an authorized BEFCO dealer. Order your BSB - Sickle bar mowers 20-75 HP (15-56 KW) 540 rpm - Cat. 1 \u0026amp; 2 from Forge Claw today. 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