2025 Ryan® Sod Cutters SC18 Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 200
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2025 Ryan® Sod Cutters SC18 Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 200
As the gold standard in the golf, sports turf, rental and landscape industries, the Bobcat® SC18 sod cutter packs the long-lasting durability and dependable performance you’ve come to expect from Bobcat.
- Ultra-low vibration technology
- Easy-steer technology
- User-friendly operation
- Simple depth and blade-angle adjustment
- 18 in. working width
- Ultra-low vibration technology – a rubber isolation mount absorbs shock, cutting energy-draining vibration by 75% and saving your arms from giving out.
- A user-friendly control panel makes it easy for anyone to grab, cut, and finish the job.
- EasySteer technology – unlock the pneumatic rear caster wheel to tightly maneuver with unmatched precision. Going straight? Lock the wheel and make it so.
- Easily change blade depth and angle for unmatched, precision cutting.
Features may include:
Precision Cutting up to 2.5 Inches Deep- Efficiently complete the job with Bobcat sod cutters. You can cut sod up to 2.5 inches thick at a width of 18 inches.
- The Honda GX160 engine provides the durablility and reliability you need for daily sod-cutting duties. The engine is easy starting, fuel efficient and ideal for heavy-duty, sod-cutting applications.
- The Vanguard 200 engine delivers the power and reliability required for heavy-duty, sod cutting. The engine is easy to start and features a cyclonic air filter for extended replacement intervals.
- In heavy, challenging soils, you can increase the blade angle up to 10 degrees, which helps maintain optimal ground contact for efficient cutting.
- Turf tread wheels provide the traction you need to efficiently dig into sod while minimizing turf tearing and damage.
- Meticulously engineered for superior strength and durability, the cast-iron gearbox is built to last and designed for maximum uptime
- A tough front bumper guards your machine as you lean it forward for the cut; it also protects from unexpected contact with jobsite obstacles
- The reinforced edge of a laser-clad blade keeps its shape longer, sharpening itself as it wears down. Depending on working conditions, it can last up to 2.5 times longer than a standard blade. It’s a must-have for abrasive, sandy soils.
- Bobcat sod cutters feature rubber vibration isolators that that enhance operator comfort and reduce fatigue. Rubber handle knobs further enhance the operator experience.
- The caster wheel supports easy turning and manueverabily for precise operation.
- All the controls you need for precise sod-cutting are simple to use and within easy reach. Operators can easily change the blade depth and angle for precise sod cutting. The operator's control panel features color-coded illustrations that help turn even novice operators into effective sod cutters in little time.
Engine
Engine Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton
Engine Type
Model: Vanguard 200
Engine Power
6.5 hp
Displacement
203 cubic cm
Drivetrain
Drive System
A-section V-belt from engine to gear case; gears and roller chain to traction wheels; double roller chain to blade eccentric shaft; transmission has separate dog clutches to engage cutting blade and traction drive
Wheels & Tires
Tires, Rear Specification
(1) 9 in x 3.5 in - 4 in caster wheel
Tires, Rear Specification
(2) 8 in vulcanized knob tread cast iron drive wheels
Operational
Operating Speed
Max Blade: 1225 opm | Max Forward: 1.5 mph
Dimensions
Overall Width
25 in
Cutting Width
18 in
Depth, Maximum
Cutting: 2.5 in
Overall Length
53 in
Overall Height
40 in
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
0.8 gal
Weights
Weight
373 lbs
Features
Features
Depth Adjustment: Locking lever releases to desired depth