Vermeer TM180 12-Disc Trailed Mower – 1000 RPM, Floats, 2 Remotes [TM1831921]

Vermeer TM180 12-Disc Trailed Mower – 1000 RPM, Floats, 2 Remotes [TM1831921] is a heavy-duty Vermeer trailed disc mower configuration documented in the supplied manufacturer material as the Vermeer TM1200 Trailed Mower. Designed for broad-acre hay and forage cutting, this 12-disc mower combines a 22 ft (6.7 m) working width with hydraulic suspension, hydraulic pitch control and a 1,000 rpm PTO configuration. Its 24-blade cutter bar, independent skid shoes and available swathwheel support efficient field coverage and practical crop handling. The supplied catalogue name and code identify the product as TM180 / TM1831921, while the verified manufacturer specifications below correspond to the 12-disc TM1200 configuration.

Product Overview

The Vermeer TM1200 configuration is a trailed disc mower built for operators requiring substantial cutting capacity and controlled operation across forage fields. Its 12-disc cutter bar provides a 22 ft (6.7 m) working width, while the 19.7 in (50 cm) discs operate at 2,950 rpm and carry 24 blades for continuous cutting performance.

Hydraulic suspension helps support the mower during operation, and hydraulic pitch control allows adjustment of the cutter bar angle. The standard modular independent skid shoes help maintain the cutter bar configuration, while the standard highway lights support transport visibility. A Quick-Clip blade retention system is included in the verified feature information, and an optional swathwheel is available for crop placement requirements where specified.

Key Features

• 12-disc trailed mower configuration
• 1,000 rpm PTO configuration documented by the manufacturer
• 22 ft (6.7 m) working width
• 15.5 ft (4.7 m) cutting width
• Hydraulic suspension
• Hydraulic pitch control for angle adjustment
• 24 blades with 19.7 in (50 cm) discs
• Quick-Clip blade retention system
• Standard modular independent skid shoes
• Standard highway lights
• Optional swathwheel

Tractor Requirements and Hydraulic Connections

This configuration requires a tractor with a 1,000 rpm PTO and at least 85 hp (63 kW) of recommended power. The mower requires 2 double-acting hydraulic remotes. The verified hydraulic requirements are 1,500 psi (103.4 bar) and 6 gpm (22.7 L/min).

The documented hitch is a 2-point hitch with swivel gearbox, compatible with Category II or III N configurations. Confirm the tractor’s PTO speed, hydraulic capacity, hitch category and lifting capability before purchase or operation.

Compatibility

The manufacturer documentation supplied for this product identifies the relevant 12-disc, 1,000 rpm configuration as the Vermeer TM1200 Trailed Mower. The supplied catalogue identity refers to the Vermeer TM180 and code TM1831921, so the specifications on this page should be matched against the machine identification plate and dealer documentation before ordering. The documented configuration requires a tractor with two double-acting hydraulic remotes and recommended power of 85 hp (63 kW).

Specifications