\n| \u00c9quipement de traitement complet<\/td>\n | \u2713 In-house CNC, forging, heat treat, assembly<\/td>\n | Outsourced components<\/td>\n | Outsourced components<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nArbre de prise de force et bo\u00eete de vitesses de la tondeuse \u00e0 ailes de chauve-souris et de la fraise rotative<\/h2>\nThe batwing mower PTO shaft and the rotary cutter gearbox are two critical components in any mowing implement’s power transmission system, and they work in direct sequence to deliver engine power to the cutting blades. Understanding how these two components interact is essential for proper equipment selection, maintenance, and troubleshooting.<\/p>\n The PTO drive shaft serves as the power conduit between the tractor and the mower. It takes the rotational output from the tractor’s PTO at either 540 or 1000 RPM and transmits it to the mower’s gearbox input. The shaft must handle the full torque load while accommodating changes in angle and length as the tractor and mower move through the field. On a Woods batwing mower, the main PTO driveline shaft connects to the center gearbox, which then distributes power to the two wing gearboxes via additional cross shafts.<\/p>\n The rotary cutter gearbox receives this rotational input and redirects it 90 degrees downward to the blade spindle. Inside the gearbox, a matched set of spiral bevel gears converts the horizontal input shaft rotation into vertical output shaft rotation at the correct speed ratio. The gearbox is filled with heavy-duty gear oil and sealed with lip seals to prevent contamination. The gear ratio in the gearbox determines the final blade tip speed, which directly affects cutting performance and fuel efficiency.<\/p>\n The connection point between the PTO shaft and the gearbox input is a critical interface. If the PTO shaft delivers pulsating or vibrating power (as with worn U-joints), the gearbox bearings and gears suffer accelerated wear. This is exactly why a constant velocity PTO shaft design, like the one offered here for Woods BW240X, BW240XHD, BW1620X, and BW2400X models, is strongly recommended. The smooth, consistent input from the CV shaft extends the life of the gearbox, reduces noise, and improves overall cutting quality. When ordering replacement components for your batwing mower, it is advisable to inspect both the PTO drive shaft and the gearbox simultaneously, as wear on one component often indicates corresponding wear on the other. CMN Transmission supplies both tractor PTO shafts and rotary cutter gearboxes, making it convenient to source matched components from a single supplier.<\/p>\n ![\"Rotary](\"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/0_Rotary-Cutter-Gearbox-1.webp\") <\/p>\n
Why Choose CMN Transmission’s Agricultural PTO Shafts?<\/h2>\nCMN Transmission is one of the world’s leading suppliers of industrial power transmission solutions, operating from a production base with over 10 shareholding cooperative factories and maintaining a stock inventory of more than 150,000 standard products. With a team of over 200 staff members and products exported to 53+ countries across six continents, CMN Transmission has built a proven track record in delivering high-quality PTO drive shafts and related drivetrain components to agricultural, construction, mining, and logistics customers worldwide.<\/p>\n What sets CMN Transmission apart from generic aftermarket suppliers is our commitment to quality-first manufacturing backed by ISO9001, CE, and TS16949 certifications. Every agricultural PTO shaft leaving our facility undergoes 100% inspection, not batch sampling. Our in-house capabilities include CNC machining, precision forging, heat treatment, and complete assembly and testing, giving us full control over every step of the production process. This vertical integration means faster lead times, consistent quality, and the ability to support full OEM and customization requests.<\/p>\n We understand that downtime during mowing season costs money. That is why CMN Transmission maintains a deep inventory of standard tractor PTO shaft configurations ready for immediate dispatch. Our factory-direct pricing model eliminates distributor markups, passing significant cost savings to our customers without compromising on material quality or build standards. Whether you need a single replacement shaft for a BW240X or a bulk order of custom-spec shafts for a fleet of batwing mowers, our engineering and sales teams are equipped to respond quickly and accurately.<\/p>\n With a business philosophy of “Transmit Force, Drive Future,” CMN Transmission combines the stability of a family-owned heritage with the agility of a young, dynamic engineering team. We use advanced CAD design, modern material science, and rigorous surface treatment technologies to continuously improve PTO shaft performance and durability. When you choose CMN Transmission, you are choosing a partner that understands your application, delivers on time, and stands behind every product with dedicated after-sales support.<\/p>\n ![\"Factory](\"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Factory-Equipment-3.webp\") ![\"Factory](\"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Factory-Equipment-1.webp\") <\/p>\n
FAQ<\/h2>\nQ: What PTO shaft size do I need for a Woods BW240X batwing mower?<\/strong>
\nA: The correct PTO shaft sizes for the Woods BW240X depend on your tractor’s horsepower and PTO speed. For tractors running a 540 RPM PTO, Cat 4 (60 HP) or Cat 5 (90 HP) are the standard options. For tractors running a 1000 RPM PTO, Cat 4 (110 HP) or Cat 5 (170 HP) configurations are available. Select the category that matches or exceeds your tractor’s PTO horsepower output to ensure adequate torque capacity.<\/p>\nQ: Can this PTO shaft replace the original Weasler shaft on my Woods batwing mower?<\/strong>
\nA: Yes. This shaft is engineered as a direct replacement of Weasler PTO shaft assemblies used as original equipment on the BW240X, BW240XHD, BW1620X, and BW2400X. All critical dimensions, including yoke bore, spline profile, shaft length, and CV joint geometry, are matched to the OEM specification. No adapters, modifications, or shimming are required for installation.<\/p>\nQ : Quelle est la diff\u00e9rence entre un arbre de prise de force 540 et un arbre de prise de force 1000 ?<\/strong>
\nA: A 540 PTO shaft is designed for tractor PTO outputs that spin at 540 RPM, commonly found on utility tractors up to about 100 HP. A 1000 PTO shaft is rated for 1000 RPM PTO outputs, typically found on larger row crop and utility tractors above 100 HP. The spline count on the tractor PTO stub usually indicates the speed: 6-spline for 540 RPM and 21-spline for 1000 RPM. Selecting the correct speed rating is critical for proper shaft operation and implement performance.<\/p>\nQ: Should I choose a shear bolt PTO shaft or a slip clutch PTO shaft for my batwing mower?<\/strong>
\nA: A shear bolt PTO shaft is the lower-cost overload protection option: when the torque exceeds the bolt’s rating, the bolt breaks and the shaft disconnects. You then replace the bolt and resume operation. A slip clutch PTO shaft is more expensive but more convenient because it slips momentarily under overload and re-engages automatically. For batwing mowers operating in areas with frequent obstacles (rocks, stumps, fence posts), the slip clutch option reduces downtime significantly.<\/p>\nQ : \u00c0 quelle fr\u00e9quence dois-je graisser les joints universels de l'arbre de prise de force ?<\/strong>
\nA: Each PTO shaft u joint and the CV joint should be greased every 8 to 10 hours of operation, or at the beginning of each workday, whichever comes first. Use a quality NLGI #2 lithium-based grease. Pump grease into each fitting until fresh grease appears at all four bearing caps. The telescoping PTO shaft tubing should also be cleaned and re-greased every 40 to 50 hours to ensure smooth telescoping action and prevent profile wear.<\/p>\nQ: What makes a constant velocity PTO shaft better than a standard U-joint shaft?<\/strong>
\nA: A standard PTO shaft universal joint produces a twice-per-revolution speed fluctuation when operating at an angle, which causes vibration and accelerated wear on the gearbox. A constant velocity (CV) joint cancels this fluctuation and delivers a uniform output speed at all operating angles. For batwing mowers, which operate with significant driveline angles during turns and on uneven terrain, a CV-equipped PTO driveline shaft significantly reduces gearbox wear, noise, and operator fatigue.<\/p>\nQ: Can CMN Transmission build a custom PTO shaft for a non-standard tractor?<\/strong>
\nA: Yes. CMN Transmission supports full custom PTO shaft manufacturing. If your tractor has a non-standard PTO spline, an unusual shaft length requirement, or you need a specific overload protection device, our engineering team can design and build a shaft to your exact specifications. Provide your tractor PTO output details, the implement input dimensions, and the distance between them, and we will deliver a purpose-built PTO drive shaft that fits your application.<\/p>\nQ: What PTO shaft parts are available separately for maintenance?<\/strong>
\nA: CMN Transmission supplies individual PTO shaft parts including replacement U-joint crosses, PTO shaft yoke assemblies, PTO shaft tube sets (inner and outer), safety shields, restraining chains, shear bolts, slip clutch kits, and PTO shaft adapter fittings. This allows you to service and rebuild your existing shaft rather than replacing the entire assembly, which is more cost-effective for routine wear items like U-joints and shear bolts.<\/p>\nQ: Is this agricultural PTO shaft compatible with tractors from different manufacturers?<\/strong>
\nA: Yes. This agricultural PTO shaft is compatible with any tractor that has one of the three standard PTO spline configurations: 1.375″-6 (standard 540 RPM), 1.375″-21 (standard 1000 RPM), or 1.750″-20 (large shaft 540\/1000 RPM). This covers major brands including John Deere, Case IH, New Holland, Kubota, Massey Ferguson, AGCO, Fendt, Claas, and many others. Simply match your tractor’s PTO spline to the correct shaft configuration when ordering.<\/p>\nQ: How long does shipping take for PTO shafts from CMN Transmission?<\/strong>
\nA: For standard configurations that are in stock (over 150,000 standard products available), CMN Transmission typically ships within 2 to 5 business days of order confirmation. Delivery to most destinations in North America, Europe, and Oceania takes 2 to 4 weeks depending on the shipping method selected. Custom-built tractor PTO shafts with non-standard specifications may require an additional 1 to 2 weeks for manufacturing. Expedited shipping options are available for urgent requirements.<\/p>\n![\"PTO](\"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/PTO-Shaft-for-Woods-Batwing-Mower-25.webp\") <\/p>\n
Avis clients<\/h2>\nMarcus Hollingsworth, directeur de ferme, \u00c9tats-Unis<\/strong>
\n“Been running a BW240X on our 90-acre cattle pasture for years, and we have gone through a couple of PTO shafts over time. Ordered this Cat 4 x 1.750-20 replacement from CMN Transmission after the original Walterscheid unit finally wore through its U-joints after about four seasons. The fit was spot on, no shimming, no adapter needed, just slid straight onto the spline and locked in. We are about 180 hours in on the new shaft this year, cutting some pretty heavy reed grass along the creek banks, and it has not skipped a beat. Build quality feels solid, the guard tube is not flimsy like some aftermarket ones I have tried. Would order again without hesitation.”<\/p>\nJames Woodford, Fleet Supervisor, Australia<\/strong>
\n“We operate a roadside maintenance fleet in Queensland and needed a reliable replacement PTO driveline shaft for our BW1620X. Contacted CMN Transmission and their engineering team confirmed the exact spline and category specs within a day. Shaft arrived in about three weeks to Brisbane, which was faster than I expected for an overseas order. We installed it on a Monday morning and had the mower back on the job that afternoon. The CV joint is noticeably smoother than the old one we replaced. We have since ordered two more for our other rigs. Good communication, good product.”<\/p>\nRobert Chickoski, Grain Farmer, Canada<\/strong>
\n“I manage 300 hectares of mixed cropland in Saskatchewan and we use a BW2400X for post-harvest stalk shredding. The original PTO shaft failed mid-season and I needed something fast. CMN Transmission had the Cat 5 version in stock and shipped it within 48 hours. The shaft itself is well-built, heavy, and the U-joints feel tight with no play. My only minor note is the packing could be a bit more reinforced for long-distance shipping, one end of the box was slightly dented, but the shaft was perfectly fine inside. Overall very satisfied with the value for what you pay.”<\/p>\nDavid Hargreaves, Highway Maintenance Contractor, United Kingdom<\/strong>
\n“We purchased three Cat 6 PTO shafts for our BW240XHD units that mow along motorway verges in the Midlands. The 184 HP rating at 1000 RPM is exactly what we need for the heavy brush we encounter in the drainage ditches. CMN Transmission provided full technical drawings before we ordered, which our workshop manager appreciated. Installation was straightforward. After a full season of hard use we have had zero issues. The price was significantly lower than sourcing equivalent Weasler or Walterscheid replacements through our usual distributor. Excellent value.”<\/p>\nCarlos Eduardo Pinto, Agricultural Cooperative Manager, Brazil<\/strong>
\n“Sou gerente de uma cooperativa agr\u00edcola no Mato Grosso do Sul and we maintain over 2,000 hectares of pasture with multiple batwing mowers. We tested CMN Transmission’s PTO shaft on one of our BW240X units first, and after 400 hours without a problem we converted the entire fleet. The constant velocity joint really makes a difference. The vibration reduction compared to our old shafts is noticeable even from the tractor cab. Their export documentation was perfect, which made customs clearance in Santos Port very smooth. Highly recommend for large-scale operations in Brazil.”<\/p>\nThomas Behrens, Agricultural Contractor, Germany<\/strong>
\n“Wir betreiben einen Lohnunternehmen in Niedersachsen and we run Woods batwing mowers for municipal green maintenance contracts. I was skeptical at first about sourcing PTO shafts from outside Europe, but CMN Transmission’s CE and ISO9001 certifications gave us confidence. The Cat 4 shaft we ordered for our BW1620X matches the Walterscheid original in every dimension. The quality of the heat treatment on the yokes and the finish on the profile tubes is excellent. We will be placing a repeat order this spring for our second unit. Very professional company to deal with.”<\/p>\nPieter van der Merwe, Game Farm Owner, South Africa<\/strong>
\n“Our farming operation near Bloemfontein uses batwing mowers extensively for managing our 500-hectare game farm grasslands. We needed a 540 PTO shaft replacement for the BW240X that could handle the tough conditions here, lots of dust, uneven terrain, and long operating hours. The CMN shaft has held up well through two seasons now, roughly 350 hours. The telescoping tubes still slide smoothly and the U-joints are tight. Customer service was responsive when I had questions about the correct spline. Only reason for four stars instead of five is shipping to South Africa took a bit longer than quoted, but the product itself is solid.”<\/p>\nJean-Luc Moreau, Agricultural Services, France<\/strong>
\n“J’exploite une entreprise de travaux agricoles en Beauce and we use BW2400X batwing mowers for post-harvest residue management across multiple client farms. The CMN Transmission Cat 5 shaft is the third replacement shaft we have tried, and it is by far the best aftermarket option. The build tolerance is tight, there is no slop in the yoke fit, and the CV joint operates smoothly even at full operating angle during tight headland turns. Their quote response time was less than 24 hours and they provided a detailed spec sheet before we committed. We now exclusively source PTO shaft parts from CMN.”<\/p>\nCraig Henderson, Dairy Farmer, New Zealand<\/strong>
\n“We run a large-scale dairy operation in Waikato with over 600 hectares of pasture that needs regular mowing. Our BW1620X gets heavy use from September through April, easily 500+ hours per season. The original PTO shaft was getting expensive to maintain, constant U-joint replacements. Switched to the CMN Transmission replacement last season and the difference is clear. The shaft runs quieter, the CV joint eliminates the vibration we used to get in tight paddock corners, and after a full season the joints still grease up cleanly with no play. The slip clutch option we added has already saved us once when we hit a buried fence post. Great product, great service.”<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The high-performance PTO shafts for Woods batwing mowers BW240X, BW240XHD, BW1620X, and BW2400X models, engineered as a direct replacement of Weasler PTO shaft. Available in Cat 4, Cat 5, and Cat 6 constant velocity configurations, our tractor PTO shaft assemblies support both 540 PTO shaft and 1000 PTO shaft speed ratings. Whether you are maintaining 100-acre cattle pastures, clearing roadside vegetation, or shredding heavy crop residue after harvest, this batwing mower PTO shaft is designed to withstand the continuous, high-load cycling that flexwing mowers demand.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":6473,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[247,222],"product_tag":[232,228,242,249,234,233,226,229,248,235,243,225,230,231,224],"class_list":{"0":"post-6630","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-pto-shaft-for-flexwing-mower","7":"product_cat-pto-shafts","8":"product_tag-1000-pto-shaft","9":"product_tag-540-pto-shaft","10":"product_tag-agricultural-pto-shaft","11":"product_tag-batwing-mower-pto-shaft","12":"product_tag-custom-pto-shaft","13":"product_tag-heavy-duty-pto-shaft","14":"product_tag-pto-drive-shafts","15":"product_tag-pto-driveline-shaft","16":"product_tag-pto-shaft-for-batwing-mower","17":"product_tag-pto-shaft-for-tractor","18":"product_tag-pto-shaft-manufacturers","19":"product_tag-pto-shafts","20":"product_tag-pto-shafts-for-sale","21":"product_tag-tractor-pto-drive-shaft","22":"product_tag-tractor-pto-shaft","24":"first","25":"instock","26":"shipping-taxable","27":"product-type-simple"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/6630","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6630"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6473"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6630"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=6630"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=6630"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/korea-transmission.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=6630"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}} |
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