Wessex CHT-120 Sickle Bar Hedge Cutter

• Cutter bar size: 120cm
• Vertical reach: 410cm
• Horizontal height: 260cm
• Horsepower required: 15-40
• Oil flow: 12L/min
• Weight: 180kg
• Minimum tractor weight: 500kg

Will This Fit My Tractor?

Hedge cutters are a practical solution for maintaining hedges, boundaries, and verges. and in most cases a hedge cutter can be used on a compact tractor. However, stability is more important than engine horsepower. Tyre width, front weights or loaders, and overall tractor balance all play a key role in safe operation. Contact us on 01673 828965 if you are unsure if your tractor is suitable.

Tractor Size and Weight Matter Most: In general, the wider and heavier the tractor, the better the stability. This is especially important because hedge cutters place a strong sideways load on the machine when working at reach. A tractor that is too narrow or too light may become unstable, even if it has enough power.

Horsepower Is Not the Main Limitation: Horsepower is often misunderstood when it comes to hedge cutters. The hedge cutter hydraulic system is powered by a pump, which is driven by the tractor PTO. As a result, it is the hydraulic pump capacity that matters, not high engine horsepower alone.

Tyres, Front Loaders, and Weights: Tyre choice plays an important role in stability. Wide turf tyres or wide industrial tyres provide a larger contact area with the ground and can improve balance when using a hedge cutter. Narrower tyres may reduce stability and require additional precautions. Front loaders, front weights, or other forms of weight can also help counterbalance the hedge cutter and improve steering control during operation.

Safety and Operator Protection: Safety should always be considered. A tractor fitted with a cab offers increased protection from debris. If a compact tractor does not have a cab, suitable personal protective equipment should be used. This includes head, face, and body protection.

Every Setup Is Different: To find out whether your tractor is suitable and which hedge cutter is the best match, please call 01673 828965 to speak with the team at Beckside Machinery.

Tail Lift Delivery: Ideal for locations without unloading equipment, as the tail lift allows safe ground-level delivery.

Warranty: All Wessex attachments come with a standard one year warranty, with an additional one year free of cost by registering on the Wessex website. For more details, call us on 01673 828965.

Wessex International® is a leading British manufacturer of grassland and grounds maintenance machinery, supplying robust, high-performance equipment to agriculture, estates, equestrian centres and professional turf managers. Based in the United Kingdom, Wessex has built a strong reputation for engineering reliability, practical design and long-term durability across both domestic and international markets.

Beckside Machinery is an official supplier of Wessex International® machinery and holds a selection of equipment in stock, with expert support available to help you choose the right machinery for your needs.

Visit the official Wessex International® website here.