Vermeer TM120 12-Disc Trailed Mower – 15.5 ft Cutting Width, 540 RPM [TM1676211]

The Vermeer TM1200 12-Disc Trailed Mower is a heavy-duty disc mower designed for efficient hay and forage cutting, combining a 15.5 ft (4.7 m) cutting width with 12 self-contained cutter-bar discs. Its hydraulic suspension, hydraulic pitch control, friction-disc driveline clutch, and standard Quick-Clip blade retention system support productive operation and straightforward adjustment in the field. With a recommended 85 hp tractor, 540 or 1,000 rpm PTO capability, and a 2-point hitch with swivel gearbox, the TM1200 is suited to operators who need broad coverage, controlled cutting height, and practical road transport. This listing is associated with catalogue product code TM1200001.

Efficient 12-Disc Cutting Performance

The TM1200 provides a 15.5 ft cutting width through 12 self-contained cutter-bar discs, with 24 blades rotating at a disc speed of 2,950 rpm. The standard cutter bar and modular independent skid shoes are designed for consistent operation across hay and forage fields, while the hydraulic pitch control allows the cutting angle to be adjusted from the tractor.

A cut-height range of 1.3–3 in (3.2–7.6 cm) gives operators flexibility for different crop and field conditions. The mower’s working width is 22 ft (6.7 m), with a working length of 18 ft (5.5 m), supporting high field coverage when operating.

Hydraulic Suspension and Driveline Protection

Hydraulic suspension helps support the mower during field operation, while the driveline friction-disc clutch provides torque protection. These systems are complemented by hydraulic pitch control for convenient adjustment from the tractor. The standard Quick-Clip system provides quick blade retention, helping simplify routine blade servicing.

• 12 self-contained cutter-bar discs
• 15.5 ft (4.7 m) cutting width
• 24 blades and 19.7 in (50 cm) disc diameter
• Hydraulic suspension
• Hydraulic pitch control
• Friction-disc driveline clutch for torque protection
• Quick-Clip blade retention system, standard
• Standard modular independent skid shoes
• Standard highway lights
• Optional swathboard

Tractor Requirements

The Vermeer TM1200 requires a tractor with a recommended minimum of 85 hp (63 kW), a 540 or 1,000 rpm PTO, and two double-acting hydraulic remotes. The hydraulic system requirement is 1,500 psi (103.4 bar) at 6 gpm (22.7 L/min). The mower uses a 2-point hitch with swivel gearbox and Category II or III N hitch compatibility.

Transport and Field Dimensions

For transport, the mower measures 8.5 ft (2.6 m) wide as standard, 22 ft (6.7 m) long, and 78 in (198.1 cm) high. Its total weight is 6,250 lb (2,835 kg), including a tongue weight of 1,580 lb (716.7 kg). Standard highway lights support road transport visibility. The mower is equipped with 31 x 13.5-15 tires.

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