DNR-12' Batwing Mower for Hennepin Canal

The State of Illinois is seeking bids for a 12-foot Batwing Mower to be used at the Hennepin Canal Parkway in Jo Daviess County. The mower must have a cutting width of 12 feet, a minimum cutting capacity of 1-1/2 inches, and a cutting height range of 12 inches minimum. The tractor power take-off (PTO) must be 540 RPM with a minimum of 35 HP. The deck thickness must be a minimum of 12-gauge high strength grade 50 steel, with 7-gauge minimum side frame thickness and an 11-inch minimum side frame depth. The gearbox HP for the splitter is required to be 160 HP PTO, with Cat 4 CV wing driveline and Cat 3 blade size of 4 inches minimum. The mower must have a swivel clevis hitch type, with a wing flex minimum of 87 degrees up and 22 degrees down. The tires must be laminated, used aircraft, and foam-filled. Bids should include the cost of delivery to the Hennepin Canal Parkway, 16006 875 East Street, Sheffield, IL 61361. Bids are due by October 23, 2018.

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