{"id":354,"date":"2026-05-20T05:04:12","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T05:04:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/?post_type=product&p=354"},"modified":"2026-05-25T09:01:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T09:01:31","slug":"9gd-2-5-traction-single-blade-mower","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/nl\/product\/9gd-2-5-traction-single-blade-mower\/","title":{"rendered":"9GD-2.5 Traction Single-Blade Mower"},"content":{"rendered":"
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EverPower Baling Machinery Australia<\/span><\/p>\n

2.5 m Reciprocating Mower for Small Tractors \u2014 Simple, Tough, Ready to Work<\/p>\n

\u2702\ufe0f 2.5 m Cutting Width<\/span>\ud83d\ude9c 15\u201335 kW Tractor Compatible<\/span>\ud83d\udcd0 2.0\u20133.0 ha\/h Productivity<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Product Specifications<\/h2>\n
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No.<\/th>\nParameter<\/th>\nUnit<\/th>\nSpecification<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
1<\/td>\nModel Name<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n9GD-2.5 Traction Single-Blade Mower<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>\nHitching Method<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\nTraction Type<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>\nCutter Structure<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\nReciprocating Type<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>\nCutting Width<\/td>\nm<\/td>\n2.5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>\nMatching Power<\/td>\nkW<\/td>\n15\u201335<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>\nOperation Speed<\/td>\nkm\/h<\/td>\n6\u201310<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7<\/td>\nNumber of Moving Blades<\/td>\npcs<\/td>\n34<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8<\/td>\nOverall Dimensions (L\u00d7W\u00d7H)<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n2000 \u00d7 4300 \u00d7 950<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9<\/td>\nPTO Speed<\/td>\nr\/min<\/td>\n540<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10<\/td>\nAverage Cutting Height<\/td>\nmm<\/td>\n50\u201370<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11<\/td>\nProductivity<\/td>\nhm\u00b2\/h<\/td>\n2.0\u20133.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
12<\/td>\nOperators<\/td>\nperson<\/td>\n1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
13<\/td>\nStructural Weight<\/td>\nkg<\/td>\n490<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Product Overview<\/h2>\n

There is a class of farm task where technical sophistication is not an advantage \u2014 where reliability, simplicity, and low cost of ownership matter more than productivity statistics or feature counts. Cutting pasture on a 15\u201340 hp compact tractor is exactly that task. The 9GD-2.5 Traction Single-Blade Mower was designed specifically for this context: a reciprocating cutter mechanism with 34 blades across a 2.5 m working width, driven from a standard 540 rpm PTO, producing 2.0\u20133.0 ha\/h of cleanly cut pasture behind any tractor from 15 to 35 kW.<\/p>\n

The reciprocating design \u2014 blades that move back and forth rather than spinning at high speed \u2014 has been the workhorse of small-farm mowing for a century because it is mechanically simple, tolerant of occasional stone contact without catastrophic failure, and easy to sharpen or replace in the field. A blade strike on a rock damages the blade at most; the same strike on a rotary disc mower can shatter the disc, damage the cutter housing, and send fragments in unpredictable directions. For farms where the paddocks are not stone-picked and the operator is not a specialist, the reciprocating design’s forgiveness is genuine practical value.<\/p>\n

At 490 kg tare weight and 2,000 \u00d7 4,300 \u00d7 950 mm overall dimensions, the 9GD-2.5 stores in a standard machinery shed bay without modification and tows on any registered trailer or ute-hitch tow connection at transport speed. For the small-farm operator who needs a mower that works, stores simply, and costs little to maintain, the 9GD-2.5 is the direct answer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Features & Technical Advantages<\/h2>\n

15\u201335 kW Power Range \u2014 Compact Tractor Territory<\/h3>\n

The 15\u201335 kW power window covers virtually every compact utility tractor in the Australian small-farm market: Kubota BX and B Series (15\u201325 kW), John Deere 1 and 2 Series (15\u201330 kW), Mahindra eMax and mPower Series (18\u201333 kW), Kioti CS and CK Series (16\u201329 kW), and Branson 20\u201335 Series. For farmers running these tractors \u2014 which are also used for slashing, post-hole digging, box blade work, and general property maintenance \u2014 the 9GD-2.5 connects to the same 540 rpm PTO these tractors already use for other implements, with no specialist configuration.<\/p>\n

Reciprocating 34-Blade Cutter \u2014 Reliable & Stone-Forgiving<\/h3>\n

The 34-blade reciprocating system cuts clean at 50\u201370 mm height across the full 2.5 m width. Reciprocating cutters shear material between a fixed lower guard and a moving upper blade \u2014 the shearing action produces a clean cut stem end rather than the torn or crushed end that struggling rotary cutters produce on thick grass at lower forward speeds. Clean cut ends heal faster and create less entry point for fungal disease in subsequent regrowth, which matters on irrigated pastures making multiple cuts per season.<\/p>\n

50\u201370 mm Cut Height \u2014 Protecting Pasture Regrowth<\/h3>\n

The 50\u201370 mm height range is not set arbitrarily \u2014 it reflects the agronomic minimum for maintaining vigorous regrowth on the pasture species Australian small farms typically manage: perennial ryegrass, kikuyu, couch, clover, and native grass mixes. Cutting below 50 mm removes growing points and root-energy reserves in a way that slows regrowth markedly. The 9GD-2.5’s consistent 50\u201370 mm height across the 2.5 m cutting width in field conditions ensures the pasture is not inadvertently set back at the same time it is being managed.<\/p>\n

490 kg \u2014 Light Enough for Any Property<\/h3>\n

At 490 kg, the 9GD-2.5 is light enough to be repositioned by a compact tractor with front-loader capability, stored in a standard shed bay without dedicated parking space, and transported on a standard single-axle tipping trailer for properties that share equipment between locations. The low weight also means it does not impose significant ballast demands on the compact tractors at the bottom of its power range \u2014 a 15 kW tractor can tow the 9GD-2.5 without needing front-end weights to maintain steering contact.<\/p>\n

2.0\u20133.0 ha\/h Productivity \u2014 Right-Sized for Small Paddocks<\/h3>\n

At the 9GD-2.5’s 6\u201310 km\/h operating speed and 2.5 m cutting width, the 2.0\u20133.0 ha\/h productivity is matched to the paddock sizes typical of small farms: 1\u20138 ha blocks that need a full cut in 1\u20134 hours rather than the multi-day operation that larger paddocks require. For the hobby farm managing grass for aesthetic reasons, the lifestyle property maintaining a horse paddock, or the small beef block managing pasture cover before the dry season, this productivity range covers the work in a practical timeframe without the machine waiting for the next paddock to need attention.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Operating the 9GD-2.5 \u2014 Simplicity by Design<\/h2>\n
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Step 01<\/div>\n
Hitch & Connect PTO<\/div>\n

Attach to the tractor drawbar hitch and connect the PTO shaft to the 540 rpm output. The standard traction hitch and PTO connection suit every tractor in the 15\u201335 kW range without adapters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Step 02<\/div>\n
Set Cut Height<\/div>\n

Adjust the skid shoes on the cutter bar to set cutting height within the 50\u201370 mm range. Setting takes two minutes with the included wrench \u2014 no specialist tools required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Step 03<\/div>\n
Engage PTO & Start Cutting<\/div>\n

Engage the PTO at a low engine speed, then bring the tractor to operating speed. The reciprocating blades reach working speed within seconds. Forward speed of 6\u201310 km\/h produces the clean 50\u201370 mm cut across the full 2.5 m width.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Step 04<\/div>\n
End-of-Pass \u2014 Clean & Simple<\/div>\n

Disengage PTO at headlands before turning. The 2,000 \u00d7 4,300 mm transport configuration stows alongside the tractor for road travel. End-of-day maintenance is limited to blade inspection and light grease.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

One detail that operators consistently notice after using the 9GD-2.5 for the first season: the absence of the vibration and noise characteristic of high-speed rotary cutters. The reciprocating mechanism runs at a fraction of the blade tip speed of a rotary disc, making extended operating sessions noticeably less fatiguing \u2014 relevant for solo operators mowing all day on a compact tractor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Applications \u2014 Every Small-Farm Mowing Need<\/h2>\n

Pasture Management \u2014 Horses, Sheep & Beef<\/h3>\n

Managing pasture cover on horse paddocks, sheep grazing blocks, and small beef enterprises requires cutting 1\u20138 ha blocks at least once or twice per season to control rank grass, manage weed competition, and maintain the pasture density that grazing animals prefer. The 9GD-2.5 handles this work behind the compact tractor that the property is already running, without requiring a dedicated mowing tractor or specialist operator. The clean 50\u201370 mm cut height maintains pasture health across repeated cuts better than lower-cut equipment.<\/p>\n

Roadside & Fence-Line Maintenance<\/h3>\n

The 9GD-2.5’s 2.5 m cutting width and compact overall dimensions make it practical for fence-line and roadside slashing on properties that maintain internal laneways and track edges. The traction hitch configuration \u2014 which positions the cutter bar behind and to the side of the tractor \u2014 allows the cutter bar to run close to fence posts without the tractor wheels needing to approach the fence line. Combined with the reciprocating cutter’s tolerance for occasional contact with fence post bases and rough terrain, this makes the machine a practical choice for maintenance work that disc cutters often cannot approach safely.<\/p>\n

Pre-Cut Before Baling on Small Paddocks<\/h3>\n

On small paddocks producing 50\u2013200 bales of hay per season, the 9GD-2.5 serves as the cutting machine in a two-step mow-and-bale system: the 9GD-2.5 cuts and lays the windrow, and the baler follows after sufficient wilting. This approach keeps capital cost low \u2014 the mower costs a fraction of a dedicated mower-conditioner \u2014 and on small-paddock operations where total annual area is modest, the 9GD-2.5’s 2.0\u20133.0 ha\/h rate covers the cutting work in a half to a full day before the baler begins.<\/p>\n

Rural Lifestyle Properties \u2014 General Grass Management<\/h3>\n

Lifestyle and hobby properties maintaining grass on 2\u201320 ha blocks for aesthetics, fire management, or light grazing don’t need commercial-grade mowing capacity. The 9GD-2.5 covers these properties comfortably behind the compact utility tractor most lifestyle farms own, at a purchase price and maintenance cost that aligns with the scale of the task. Compatible brands \u2014 Kubota, John Deere, Mahindra \u2014 represent the tractors these properties typically already run.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Maintenance \u2014 Five-Minute Checks, Long Service Life<\/h2>\n

Before Each Use<\/h3>\n

Walk the 34-blade cutter bar and check for chipped or cracked blades before the first pass. A single damaged blade at the end of the bar creates an uneven cut pattern across the full pass. Remove any grass wrapping from the blade sections from the previous use \u2014 grass wrap is the most common cause of blade heating and premature wear on reciprocating cutters. Grease the two main nipples on the cutter drive gearbox and the PTO input shaft sleeve.<\/p>\n

Every 10 Operating Hours<\/h3>\n

Sharpen or replace any blade showing significant edge wear. Reciprocating blades can be sharpened with a standard angle grinder and a file \u2014 no specialist equipment required. Replace damaged blades in matched pairs (the two blades sharing a cutter section) to maintain even cutter action across the bar. Check the PTO driveshaft universal joints for clicking or resistance \u2014 early detection prevents shaft failure in the field.<\/p>\n

End of Season<\/h3>\n

Remove all 34 blades, clean the blade sections and guards, sharpen any blades still within usable thickness, and replace the remainder. Inspect the cutter bar for straightness \u2014 a bent cutter bar produces an uneven cut height across the width and is usually the result of a significant stone strike. EverPower stocks replacement blade sets and cutter bar sections at Condell Park for next-day east coast delivery. Store with the cutter bar lowered to remove stress from the drive link mechanism.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Why the 9GD-2.5 Is the Right Entry Point<\/h2>\n
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15\u201335 kW \u2014 Works with What You Have<\/div>\n

Connects to the compact utility tractor already on the property. No dedicated mowing tractor, no specialist PTO adapter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Reciprocating Design \u2014 Stone Forgiving<\/div>\n

Blade strike damages the blade at most. No risk of disc shattering or housing damage from occasional ground contact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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490 kg \u2014 Truly Lightweight<\/div>\n

Repositionable with a front loader, storable in a standard shed bay, transportable on a standard single-axle trailer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Low Purchase & Maintenance Cost<\/div>\n

Simple mechanical design means low entry price and minimal servicing \u2014 matched to the scale of small-farm mowing requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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About EverPower Baling Machinery Australia<\/h2>\n

EverPower Baling Machinery Australia Pty Ltd \u2014 27 Harley Crescent, Condell Park NSW 2200 \u2014 is the direct Australian arm of an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer with a 32,000 m\u00b2 factory, 180 staff, and a dedicated R&D centre. Every machine carries a genuine Australian warranty administered locally, backed by spare parts stocked for 72-hour national delivery.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcde +61 2 9708 3322<\/strong> \u00a0|\u00a0 \u2709\ufe0f sales@silage-baler.com<\/strong> \u00a0|\u00a0 silage-baler.com\/about-us<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Get a Quote for the 9GD-2.5 \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n
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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
\nWhat is the minimum tractor size required to run the 9GD-2.5?+<\/span><\/summary>\n
The rated minimum is 15 kW (approximately 20 hp)<\/strong>, which covers compact utility tractors from the smallest commercially produced models. At 15 kW, forward speed should be kept at the lower end of the 6\u201310 km\/h range on dense grass to avoid overloading the PTO drive. At 25\u201335 kW, the full 6\u201310 km\/h range is available on any typical pasture density.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nHow does a reciprocating cutter differ from a rotary disc mower?+<\/span><\/summary>\n
A reciprocating cutter moves blades back and forth in a shearing action \u2014 like scissors. Rotary disc mowers spin individual blades at very high tip speeds. The reciprocating design is slower (6\u201310 km\/h versus 12\u201320 km\/h for rotary), requires more frequent blade sharpening, and cannot condition crop in the same pass. The advantages are: lower power requirement, better tolerance of stone and rough terrain without catastrophic failure risk, and lower entry cost. For small farms where paddock speed is not the priority, reciprocating design is typically the right choice.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nCan the 9GD-2.5 cut crop for silage or hay?+<\/span><\/summary>\n
Yes \u2014 the 9GD-2.5 cuts and lays a windrow suitable for subsequent baling. The cut material wilts in the windrow before baling, just as with any plain disc mower. For faster wilting, the 9GQY-3.2 mower-conditioner is the better choice. For small operations producing under 300 bales per season where wilting time is not the critical constraint, the 9GD-2.5 provides a lower-cost cutting solution that handles the work adequately.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nHow often do blades need sharpening or replacing?+<\/span><\/summary>\n
Sharpening frequency depends on paddock conditions. On clean, irrigated pasture, blades typically go 8\u201315 hours between sharpening sessions. On rougher paddocks with soil contact or occasional stone strikes, 4\u20138 hours. Replacement is needed when the blade has been sharpened back to the point where it is visibly thinner than new \u2014 typically after 3\u20136 full sharpening cycles. Replacement blade sets are available from EverPower Australia at Condell Park NSW.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nIs the machine compatible with a transport wagon for paddock access on soft ground?+<\/span><\/summary>\n
Yes \u2014 the 9GD-2.5’s 490 kg tare and standard traction hitch allow transport on most farm transport wagons and single-axle trailers. The 4,300 mm width dimension is within standard trailer-load width for rural road travel without a permit. For very soft paddocks, the lightweight machine can often be towed directly at field-access speed without the wheel-loading concerns that heavier rotary disc mowers create.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n
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Simple Mowing for the Farm That Needs It Done<\/h2>\n

Contact EverPower for pricing on the 9GD-2.5 and the rest of the forage equipment range \u2014 same-day response during business hours.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcde +61 2 9708 3322<\/span>\u2709\ufe0f sales@silage-baler.com<\/span>\ud83d\udccd Condell Park NSW 2200<\/span><\/div>\n

Contact Us Now \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The 9GD-2.5 is a 2.5 m reciprocating single-blade mower designed for tractors from 15\u201335 kW \u2014 the honest choice for compact utility tractors on small farms. Thirty-four blades cut cleanly at 50\u201370 mm, the 490 kg machine stores in any shed bay, and the stone-forgiving reciprocating design is sharpened and repaired with basic tools. No complexity, no pretence: just reliable mowing.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":143,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[28],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-354","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-mower","first","instock","shipping-taxable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/354","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=354"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/143"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=354"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=354"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=354"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/silage-baler.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=354"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}