JD Mulcher...

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The pics were taken before we used it. It rained most of the time we had it so the action pics are limited. It does come with a Fecon head as the standard. JD can get just about any other brand that one likes though. GR is handling the forestry packages on the CTL for the mulching applications. JD has addressed all the common issues that compact mulchers have, i.e. cooling, winch, accessibility to motor compartment, cleanout. The extra sound proofing and preasurized cab made using great. Can talk on the cell and listen to the optional radio with ease.

I bet they had some serious work to do on the new machines based on feedback from three guys up here that bought the 332s for mulching (none own them anymore- one CAT and two ASVs). Bradco/Magnum has an extra cooler on their brush cutter just because of the overheating problems Deere had on their machines.

In any case, I just don't see a machine with a small 3.1L engine putting out about 34gpm@3400psi or so being all that productive running a 60" drum in thick material.

I'm sure someone in this industry can educate me if the Deere actually is a workhorse compared to other machines with more engine torque, higher hydraulic flow and higher operating pressures.