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R Sod Cutter::
SOD CUTTER,5.5 HP 18"

• BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
• Remove and relocate sod with ease using this professional-grade 18-inch hydro-drive sod cutter. Powered by a reliable 5.5 HP Honda engine and equipped with a variable-speed hydrostatic transmission, this machine delivers precise cuts and exceptional maneuverability. Designed for both homeowners and professional landscapers, it provides smooth operation, reduced vibration, and cutting depths up to 2.5 inches.
• Ideal for lawn renovation, installing irrigation systems, enlarging flower beds, and hardscape preparation, this sod cutter offers outstanding performance and operator comfort.
• BEST USED FOR:
• Removing existing sod
• Relocating healthy turf
• Installing irrigation systems
• Creating new planting beds
• Expanding flower beds
• Landscape renovation
• Hardscape preparation
• Concrete flatwork projects
• Residential and commercial landscaping
• SPECIFICATIONS:
• Engine Type: Honda GXV160
• Displacement: 163 cc
• Power Output: 5.5 HP
• Transmission: Hydro Gear RT310 Hydrostatic
• Travel Speeds: Variable forward and reverse
• Maximum Transport Speed: Over 3.5 MPH
• Cutting Width: 18 inches
• Maximum Cutting Depth: 2.5 inches
• Length: 59 inches
• Width: 26.5 inches
• Height: 36.5 inches
• Operating Weight: 348 lbs
• Variable-speed hydrostatic drive
• Forward and reverse operation
• "Set and Forget" single-lever blade depth adjustment
• Rear swivel caster for curved cutting
• Locking caster for straight cuts
• Oversized vibration-isolation handle mounts
• Fingertip-mounted drive controls
• Adjustable reverse speed for maneuvering in tight areas
• Fast transport speed for increased productivity
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
• This hydro-drive sod cutter provides precise cutting depth control and allows operators to match ground speed to soil conditions, maximizing sod quality while reducing fatigue. The rear swivel caster makes curved cuts easy, while the locking feature allows accurate straight-line cutting.
• Multiple vibration-isolation mounts significantly improve operator comfort, making the machine suitable for both small residential projects and demanding commercial applications.
• Whether you're relocating sod, installing landscape features, or preparing for hardscape work, this machine delivers professional results with exceptional ease of operation.
• A small fuel charge is added to your rental, and the machine will arrive ready to work. You are not responsible for refilling the fuel tank before returning the equipment.
• TRANSPORTATION:
• Due to the machine's 348 lb operating weight, a pickup truck, cargo van, or equipment trailer is recommended for transportation. Proper loading ramps and secure tie-down procedures should be used.
• If you do not own a trailer, we have trailers available for rent. When renting a trailer to haul a piece of REQ machinery, you receive **20% off the trailer rental**.
• For homeowners and landscaping professionals seeking superior sod-cutting performance, this 18-inch hydro-drive sod cutter provides unmatched precision, comfort, and productivity.
• Click here for a demonstration video.