John Deere R280

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<div class="accordion-wrap"><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Easy-to-attach 3-point hitch tractor hookup </div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/r_series_disc_mow_hitch_r4a048937_350x318.jpg" alt="Easy-to-attach 3-point hitch "> <span class="caption">Easy-to-attach 3-point hitch </span> </div> </div> <p>The R240, R280, and R310 Mowers attach to tractors with a Category 2 3-point hitch and all three models are quick-hitch compatible.<br><br>The R240, R280, and R310 models have a built-in parking lock that holds the 3-point arms up, making tractor hookup quick and easy.</p> <div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/r_series_disc_mow_hitch_r4a048932_350x254.jpg" alt="Adjustable lower hitch pins "> <span class="caption">Adjustable lower hitch pins </span> </div> </div> <p>Lower hitch pins can be adjusted left or right to match the mower offset for tractors with wider tire spacing.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The R240, R280, and R310 models have an offset range of 105 mm (4&nbsp;in.).</p> <div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/pin_240.jpg" alt="Optional long hitch pin"> <span class="caption">Optional long hitch pin</span> </div> </div> <p>Adjustable lower hitch pins and an optional longer hitch pin allow for use with tractors of various tire spacing.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Available through Parts: an optional long hitch pin increases mower offset to 200 mm (8 in.) for tractors with even wider tire spacing.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <table style="height: 63px;" border="1" width="454" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="20%"><p align="center"><strong>Uptime</strong></p></td> <td><p align="left">Adjustable lower hitch pins and an optional longer hitch pin allow for use with tractors of various tire spacing.</p></td> </tr> </tbody> </table></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Heavy-duty driveline with overrunning clutch </div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/driveline_240.jpg" alt="Optional rearward-swinging hydraulic cylinder "> <span class="caption">Optional rearward-swinging hydraulic cylinder </span> </div> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/clearpix.gif" alt="#"> </div> </div> <p>A heavy-duty driveline with overrunning clutch is standard equipment on R240, R280, and R310 Mowers.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>All mowers are equipped with a shielded, pullback-collar, telescoping power take-off (PTO) driveline.</p></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Heavy-duty cutterbar for the toughest cutting conditions </div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/rotary_disk_cutbar_240.jpg" alt="Rotary disc cutterbar "> <span class="caption">Rotary disc cutterbar </span> </div> </div> <p>A multi-V-belt drive system transfers power from the gearbox to each rotary disc.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Power is transmitted to the rotary discs through fully enclosed gears running in oil for a quiet, smooth, reliable operation.</p> <div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/belt_adjust_240.jpg" alt="Convenient belt adjustment location (R240, R260, R310)"> <span class="caption">Convenient belt adjustment location (R240, R260, R310)</span> </div> </div> <p>All models have a spring-loaded belt tensioner for easier belt adjustment. The belt tension automatically compensates for initial belt stretch, increasing belt life.</p> <div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/hi_speed_disks.jpg" alt="High-speed rotary discs "> <span class="caption">High-speed rotary discs </span> </div> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/clearpix.gif" alt="#"> </div> </div> <p>Rotating at 2986 rpm, the high-speed discs cut in the toughest conditions.<br><br>The low-profile cutterbar allows a close cut while maintaining a level cutterbar. The cutting height is controlled by adjusting the tilt of the cutterbar.</p> <p>Each disc has two free-swinging knives:</p> <ul> <li>Easy to remove and replace</li> <li>Two cutting edges, doubling the use life</li> </ul></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Easy-to-remove disc quill</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/remove_quill_rdiscs.jpg" alt="Removable quill "> <span class="caption">Removable quill </span> </div> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/clearpix.gif" alt="#"> </div> </div> <p>The cutterbar is protected from severe impact should an object be struck.</p> <ul> <li>Disc drive-shaft shears</li> <li>Reduces chance of internal damage to cutterbar</li> <li>Improves cutterbar reliability</li> </ul> <p>Disc quills are easily removed from the top of the cutterbar for improved serviceability.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Each disc has two free-swinging knives:</p> <ul> <li>Easy to remove and replace</li> <li>Two cutting edges, doubling the use&nbsp;life</li> <li>Swings away to reduce possible damage if a solid object is struck</li> </ul></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Lift and suspension system</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/flotation_spring_240.jpg" alt="Heavier floatation spring controlling ground pressure"> <span class="caption">Heavier floatation spring controlling ground pressure</span> </div> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/clearpix.gif" alt="#"> </div> </div> <p>A lift and suspension system allows for the R240, R280, and R310 models to raise the cutterbar off the ground without raising the tractor’s hitch.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The disc mowers use the hydraulic cylinder to lift the cutterbar from the cutting position&nbsp;to the transport position, and the cutterbar automatically locks into place.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>A longer cylinder on the R240 and R280 allows for a cutting arc of +35 degrees to -25 degrees. A longer cylinder on the R310 allows for a cutting arc of +35 degrees to -30 degrees.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>A heavier spring establishes even flotation along the full length of the cutterbar in a variety of different field conditions and topography.</p> <div class="seccion-images"></div> <table style="height: 53px;" border="1" width="370" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2"> <tbody> <tr> <td><p align="center"><strong>Performance</strong></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td> <ul> <li>Cutting arc provides a wide range of cutting angles</li> </ul></td> </tr> </tbody> </table></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Onboard storage compartment </div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/storage_compart_240.jpg" alt="Storage compartment with locking clip "> <span class="caption">Storage compartment with locking clip </span> </div> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/storage_open_240.jpg" alt="Storage compartment open"> <span class="caption">Storage compartment open</span> </div> </div> <p>The R240, R280, and R310 models are standard equipped with an easy-to-access, built-in storage compartment.&nbsp;This convenient drawer is a perfect place for extra hardware such as nuts, bolts, and replacement knives.</p></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Rearward-swinging hydraulic cylinder</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/rear_swing_cyl_optional_374x275.jpg" alt="Optional rearward-swinging hydraulic cylinder"> <span class="caption">Optional rearward-swinging hydraulic cylinder</span> </div> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/hay_forage/features_attachment/disc_mower/r_models/rear_swing_cyl_hyd_hoses_192x275.jpg" alt="Two extra hydraulic hoses for rearward-swinging cylinder"> <span class="caption">Two extra hydraulic hoses for rearward-swinging cylinder</span> </div> </div> <p>The R240, R280, and R310 models offer an optional rearward-swinging hydraulic cylinder. The optional hydraulic cylinder allows the operator to swing the mower away from the tractor, eliminating the need to fold up the protective curtain when putting the mower in transport.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Mowers with this option have two additional hydraulic hoses that control the hydraulic cylinder that swings the mower away from the tractor.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>NOTE: The optional rear-swinging hydraulic cylinder will be available through Parts.</em></p></div></div></div></div></div>
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Specifications

<div class="accordion-wrap"><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Key Specs</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><table class='custom-table-style'><tbody><tr><td><h5>Mower</h5></td><td><p>Number of disks<br/>Seven<br/>Number of knives<br/>14<br/>Width of cut<br/>2.8 m<br/>9.17 ft<br/>Weight<br/>669 kg<br/>1,475 lb<br/>Disk speed<br/>2,986 rpm<br/>Cutting arc<br/>+35 to -25<br/>Lift system<br/>Hydraulic<br/>Minimum PTO HP<br/>37 kW<br/>50 hp<br/>PTO speed<br/>540 rpm<br/></p></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Mower</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><table class='custom-table-style'><tbody><tr><td><h5>Number of disks</h5></td><td><p>Seven</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Number of knives</h5></td><td><p>14</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Width of cut</h5></td><td><p>2.8 m<br/>9.17 ft</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Weight</h5></td><td><p>669 kg<br/>1475 lb</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Disk speed</h5></td><td><p>2986 rpm</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Cutting arc</h5></td><td><p>+35 to -25 degree (angle)</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Lift system</h5></td><td><p>Hydraulic</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>Minimum PTO HP</h5></td><td><p>37 kW<br/>50 hp</p></td></tr><tr><td><h5>PTO speed</h5></td><td><p>540 rpm</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div></div>
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