Overview
30-SERIES
McConnel’s specialist compact Power Arm series combines the benefits of a light, fuel-efficient design with outstanding manoeuvrability and precision.
Offering a choice of reach from 3.4m to 4.8m and deceptively powerful 30hp hydraulics, 30-series Power Arms can be fitted to a wide range of utility vehicles and compact tractors.
The PA3430 and PA4330 can be mounted to the front or rear, while the PA3530 model is front-mounting only.
Flexibility
30-series machines can be fitted quickly and easily to a wide range of utility vehicles
OVERVIEW
Designed for the landscape, amenities and ground-care sectors, 30-series machines thrive in confined areas, parks and public grounds, and in sites with extensive street furniture.
They are also ideal for specialist contractors, local government, and small-scale farmers looking for a cost-effective hedgecutter for their own land.
30-SERIES POWER ARMS IN ACTION
See the 30-series verge mowing and hedge cutting:
FEATURES
Manoeuvrability
30-series Power Arms are light, compact and highly manoeuvrable. Equipped with the latest parallel arm geometry and a choice of proportional controls, the machines offer exceptional precision and a neat fine cut.
Low power requirements
The 30-series delivers the benefits of McConnel’s advanced hedge and verge-cutting technology for customers with compact and low horsepower tractors. The PA3430 is compatible with machines of just 35hp.
Benefits
- Low running costs
- Front mounting enhances comfort and visibility
- Delivers a fine cut
- Equally adept at hedge-cutting and verge-mowing
- Can handle one and two year’s growth
- Easy to master
- Intuitive control
- Easy to manoeuvre
- Versatile work platform with wide range of attachments
- Low maintenance
- Durable
Key Features
3.4m, 3.7m, 4.3m, and 4.8m reach
Choice of two advanced controllers
VFR armset (PA4830 only)
Choice of electric and cable rotor control
30hp hydraulics
Choice of semi-independent, totally-independent, and totally-dependent hydraulics
Choice of three-point linkage or front din-plate mounting
Front and rear mounting option (PA3530 is front mount only)
Parallel arm geometry
Lift and angle float kits
Choice of two advanced control systems
Hydraulic safety breakaway
Low power requirement
Operator friendly
Storage support legs
Choice of eight working attachments
Technical Specifications
| Model | PA3430 | PA3530 | PA4330 | PA4830 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 3.4m | 3.7m | 4.3m | 4.8m |
| Machine weight* | 400kg | 400kg | 523kg | 450kg |
| Tractor hp requirement | 35hp | 35hp | 55hp | TBC |
| Tractor weight requirement | 1300kg | 1300kg | 2000kg | TBC |
Brochure
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Specifications
Motion Mini
OVERVIEW
The most advanced compact Power Arm controller on the market, McConnel’s MOTION Mini control system, succeeds the popular XTC Mini system – upgrading its functionality to five proportional services and adding a new progressive thumb-stick controller with two easy-access hat control switches.
Designed to deliver the best in precision and manoeuvrability, MOTION Mini features an intuitive progressive control system which delivers faster movement the further you push the stick. It is the most
Key features include:
- Five proportional Services (XTC Mini offered three services)
- Dual-directional rotor control (XTC Mini was single direction)
- Lift float control
- Angle float control
- Diverter (Can be used for diverter or auto-reset)
| SUITABILITY | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cable | MOTION Mini | MOTION | EVOLUTION | REVOLUTION | |
| Swingtrim | X | X | |||
| 30-Series | X | X | |||
| 45-Series | X | X | |||
| 55 Eco-Series | X | X | |||
| 55-Series | X | X | X | ||
| 60-Series | X | X | X | X | |
| 65-Series | X | X | X | ||
| 70-Series | X | X | X | ||
| 85-Series | X | X | X | ||
| VERSI-Series | X | X | X | ||
Cable Controls
OVERVIEW
Simple, no-frills, three axis progressive controller that’s easy-to-learn.
Operates Power Arm lift, reach and flailhead angling functions, while additional levers control the Power Slew, breakaway reset, and the start, stop and reverse functions of the rotor.
Ideal for those looking for a simple, budget controller.
| SUITABILITY | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cable | MOTION Mini | MOTION | EVOLUTION | REVOLUTION | |
| Swingtrim | X | X | |||
| 30-Series | X | X | |||
| 45-Series | X | X | |||
| 55 Eco-Series | X | X | |||
| 55-Series | X | X | X | ||
| 60-Series | X | X | X | X | |
| 65-Series | X | X | X | ||
| 70-Series | X | X | X | ||
| 85-Series | X | X | X | ||
| VERSI-Series | X | X | X | ||
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Supercut Flailheads
OVERVIEW
Ideally suited for agricultural and amenities machines, this flailhead is build around the Supercut rotor, which features weld-on lugs in a spiral layout for smooth reliable operation.
A wide range of flails are available, ensuring the machine can be tailored to suit specific jobs or individual requirements.
Choice of flails
The Supercut rotor comes with a choice of four different flails: Grass, universal, hedge* and competition*
Features
- Choice of flails
- Front flap kit
- Rear flap kit
- Wire trap
- Adjustable front hood
- Optional skid kit
Models
- 1.0m and 1.2m Supercut DD
| SUITABILITY | ||
|---|---|---|
| Supercut 1.0m | Supercut 1.2m | |
| Swingtrim | ||
| 30-Series | X | X |
| 45-Series | X | |
| 55 Eco-Series | ||
| 55-Series | ||
| 60-Series | ||
| 65-Series | ||
| 70-Series | ||
| 85-Series | ||
| 1000-Series | ||
| VERSI-Series | ||
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Rotary Heads
ROTARY HEAD – FINE CUT
1.2m Fine Cut Rotary Head
Fine Cut Rotary Head
Available with a 1.2m working width and a 25mm cutting capacity
Designed to deliver the best in cut quality, McConnel’s 1.2m FineCut Rotary Head is equipped with two high-speed rotors and eight blades, cutting material up to 25mm thick into a fine mulch.
This not only ensures a fine finish, but also retains most of the debris within the hedge for healthy growth and a tidy finish.
Features and benefits
- 1.2m working widths
- 25mm cutting capacity
- Weight: 130kg
- Left or right hand build options
- Twin rotor, eight blade configuration
- 45 ltr/min oil flow
ROTARY HEADS – MD
1.2m Rotary Head MD, 1.5m Rotary Head MD
Rotary Head MD
A choice of 1.2m and 1.5m working width and a cutting capacity of 100mm
McConnel’s range of MD rotary heads delivers a viable alternative to flail cutting, with a choice of two different working widths, blade or chain cutting options, and rugged build quality.
The MD range delivers a fine cut attractive finish and is compatible with most mid-range and top-end Power Arms.
Features and benefits
- 1.2m and 1.5m working widths
- 100mm cutting capacity
- Chain or blade options
- Hydraulic front hood
- Equally adept at cutting grass and hedges
ROTARY HEADS – HD
1.2m Rotary Head HD, 1.5m Rotary Head HD
Rotary Head HD
A choice of 1.2m and 1.5m working widths and a cutting capacity of 120mm
The toughest and most durable Rotary Heads in the McConnel range are built to last with a choice of two different working widths, blade or chain cutting options and a cutting capacity of up to 100mm.
The HD range delivers an attractive finish and is compatible with top-end Power Arms.
Features and benefits
- 1.2m and 1.5m working widths
- Extremely durable
- 120mm cutting capacity
- Chain or blade options
- Hydraulic front hood
- Equally adept at cutting grass and hedges
ROTARY HEAD IN ACTION
See McConnel’s HD Rotary Head attachment in action:
| SUITABILITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine Cut Rotary Head | Rotary Head MD | Rotary Head HD | |
| Swingtrim | |||
| 30-Series | X | ||
| 45-Series | X | ||
| 55 Eco-Series | X | X | |
| 55-Series | X | X | |
| 60-Series | X | X | |
| 65-Series | X | X | |
| 70-Series | X | X | |
| 85-Series | X | X | |
| VERSI-Series | |||
* Rotary Heads are not compatible with telescopic arm machines.
** 1.5m HD Rotary Head is not compatible with VFR models
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Multisaws
MULTISAW COMPACT
Compact 1400, Compact 2100, Compact 2800
A choice of 1.4m, 2.1m and 2.8m models is available, each with a cutting capacity of 80mm.
A robust Multisaw with a choice of three different working widths, the Compact range is designed for use with smaller Power Arms and is ideal for farmers, contractors, amenities specialists, and local government.
Quiet enough to use close to residential areas, the machines can tackle material up to 80mm thick, are equally adept at cutting thin and thick vegetation
Features and benefits
- 1.4m, 2.1m, and 2.8m working widths
- Compact 1400: 4-blade configuration
- Compact 2100: 6-blade configuration
- Compact 2800: 8-blade configuration
- 5mm-80mm cutting capacity
- Trapping protection
- Four-blade configuration
- 350mm blade thickness
- Super-strength tungsten carbide Videa teeth
- Minimum oil flow: 40 ltrs/min
MULTISAW SD
Multisaw 1600
The Multisaw SD has a working width of 1.6m and a cutting capacity of 120mm
A robust and powerful four-blade Multisaw with a 1.6m working widths, the SD Multisaw is designed for use with smaller Power Arms and is ideal for farmers, contractors, amenities specialists, and local government.
Quiet enough to use close to residential areas, the machine can tackle material up to 120mm thick and is equally adept at cutting bushes and branches.
Features and benefits
- 1.6m working width
- 5mm-120mm cutting capacity
- Four-blade configuration
- 400mm blade thickness
- Super-strength tungsten carbide Videa teeth
- Minimum oil flow: 50 ltrs/min
MULTISAW HD
Multisaw 2100, 2400
The 2.0m HD Multi saw is available with a 150mm cutting capacity. The 2.4m model has a 200mm cutting capacity
McConnel’s most powerful Multisaws, the HD range offers heavy-duty build quality, working widths up to 2.4m,and a ferocious cutting action capable of tackling material up to 200mm (HD 2400).
Designed for larger Power Arms, the HD range is ideal for farmers, forestry teams, local government, and contractors looking to expand the services they offer.
Features and benefits
- 2.0m, and 2.4m working widths
- 5mm-100mm cutting capacity
- Four-blade configuration
- 500mm blade thickness (HD2000)
- 600mm blade thickness (HD2400)
- Super-strength tungsten carbide Videa teeth
- Minimum oil flow: 50/85 ltrs/min
- Weight: 220kg (HD 2000)
- Weight: 280kg (HD2400)
| SUITABILITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Multisaw Compact | Multisaw SD | Multisaw HD | |
| Swingtrim | X | ||
| 30-Series | X | X | |
| 45-Series | X | X | |
| 55 Eco-Series | |||
| 55-Series | X | ||
| 60-Series | X | ||
| 65-Series | X | ||
| 70-Series | X | ||
| 85-Series | X | ||
| VERSI-Series | X | X | X |
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Cutterbars
SWINGTRIM CUTTERBARS
Created exclusively for the Swingtrim, these specialist cutterbars are light and manoeuvrable.
The cutterbars can be rotated through 270 degrees for the best in cutting flexibility.
Features and benefits
- 20mm cutting capacity
- 1.2m and 1.5m working widths
- Weight: 40kg
- Hard-wearing Carbodux teeth
- Exceptional manoeuvrability
CUTTERBARS SD
MHL150, MHL180, MHL210
High-performance cutterbars designed for the regular trimming of hedges and bushes.
McConnel’s SD machines are equipped with special serrated teeth which deliver a fine-cut finish and can tackle material up to 30mm.
Features and benefits
- Choice of 1.5m, 1.8m, and 2.1m working widths
- 30mm cutting capacity
- Minimum oil flow: 16-32 ltrs/min
- 200-400 cuts per minute
- Hard-wearing teeth
- Fingers armed with rounded ends prevent trapping of material
- Easy to replace blades
- Weight: 60-68kg
CUTTERBARS MD
MHS200
A powerful cutterbar designed for maintaining trees, bushes and hedges.
The MD edition is tough and durable and its tungsten-carbide teeth can tackle material up to 45mm thick.
Features and benefits
- 2.0m working width
- 45mm cutting capacity
- 60 cuts per minute
- Minimum oil flow: 45 ltrs/min
- Hardwearing teeth
- Weight: 130kg
- Robust build quality
CUTTERBARS HD
MHX170, MHX230, MHS270
Powerful heavy-duty cutterbars that can tackle material up to 110mm thick.
The HD range is extremely robust and can be used to tackle hedges, bushes, and can even prune trees.
Features and benefits
- 1.7m, 2.3m and 2.7m working widths
- 110mm cutting capacity
- 60 cuts per minute
- Minimum oil flow: 45 ltrs/min
- Hardox steel trimmer bars for exceptional durability
- Hydraulic flow divider
- Soft-turn technology
- Weight: 170-250kg
| SUITABILITY | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swingtrim Cutterbar | Cutterbar SD | Cutterbar MD | Cutterbar HD | |
| Swingtrim | X | |||
| 30-Series | X | |||
| 45-Series | X | X | X | |
| 55 Eco-Series | X | X | X | |
| 55-Series | X | X | X | |
| 60-Series | X | X | X | |
| 65-Series | X | X | X | |
| 70-Series | X | X | X | |
| 85-Series | X | X | X | |
| VERSI-Series | X | X | X | |
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Optional Accessories
OVERVIEW
McConnel offers customers a comprehensive range of general accessories – boosting performance, manoeuvrability, safety and functionality, including:
Lift and Angle Float kits
The Lift Float Kit enables the cutting attachment to automatically follow the contours of the ground in a vertical plane, while the Angle Float Kit works in a horizontal plane.
Reducing fatigue by lowering the amount of operator input required, the float kits also increase accuracy, prevent scalping, and boost durability by eliminating excessive wear and tear.
Oil Cooler kit
Improves the performance of Power Arms and prolongs oil life – even in the most arduous conditions.
Safety equipment
McConnel offers road lighting kits, magnetic warning arrows, and window guards, protecting operators and the safety of the public.
Flailhead options
McConnel offers a number of enhancements for flailheads including: Front flap kits, hydraulic rollers, skid kits, and a cushioned grass mowing roller.
Debris Blower
Keeps pavements and roads clear after cutting.
Front Mounting Kit
Enables operators to transform their Power Arm into a front-mount model for enhanced visibility
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