Eterra 7 Ft. Sickle Bar Mower Head for Raptor Boom Arm

Eterra 7 Ft. Sickle Bar Mower Head for Raptor Boom Arm

The 7 ft. sickle bar mower head is the middle option for the Eterra Raptor Boom Arm — two extra feet of cut over the 5 ft. head without the leverage penalty of the 9 ft. For most roadside and ditch contractors this is the length that gets picked, because it covers ground quickly while still being manageable at full boom extension. Available from Skid Steer Store.

Why a Sickle Bar Instead of a Flail or Rotary

• Almost no thrown material — cuttings drop where they fall, which matters near traffic, glass and livestock.
• Low power draw — a 7 ft. swath on modest hydraulic flow.
• Clean shear, healthier regrowth — sheared stems recover better than shredded ones.
• Quiet — considerably less noise than rotary or flail cutting.
• Cuts wet and aquatic growth — reeds, cattails and shoreline vegetation that would clog a flail.

Choosing Your Bar Length

Longer bars cover more per pass but put more weight and leverage at the end of the boom. The 7 ft. is the usual compromise for mixed work.

Cutting Capacity

Cuts grass, weeds, reeds and brush up to roughly 2" in diameter. For heavier material, look at the Sidewinder flail or Cyclone rotary heads.

Requires the Raptor Boom Arm

This is a mower head, not a standalone attachment. It mounts to the Eterra Raptor Boom Arm, which provides reach, articulation and hydraulics. Without a Raptor, see our excavator-mounted sickle bar mowers instead.

Common Applications

Highway and county road right-of-way, drainage ditch maintenance, pond and canal banks, long fence lines, levees and embankments, and utility corridor vegetation management.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 7 ft. worth it over the 5 ft.?
On open runs, yes — 40% more cut per pass adds up over a long shift. On tight, obstacle-heavy ground the 5 ft. is easier to place.

Can I run this without a Raptor Boom Arm?
No. It is built exclusively for the Raptor.

What will it cut?
Grass, weeds, reeds and brush up to about 2" in diameter.

Can I switch heads on my Raptor later?
Yes. The Raptor accepts 5, 7 and 9 ft. sickle bars, the Sidewinder flail and the Cyclone rotary cutter.

Order From Skid Steer Store

Add the 7 ft. head to your cart above. Weighing 7 ft. against 9 ft. for your typical job? Contact Skid Steer Store and we will help you size it.