Description
The Farm-Maxx FSBM-5H Mini Hydraulic Sickle Bar Mower brings versatile hay-cutting and property maintenance capabilities to sub-compact and small tractors. Featuring a 60-inch (5-foot) cutting width, hydraulic cutter bar positioning, and a compact design, this Italian-made sickle bar mower is well suited for smaller hay fields, pond banks, drainage ditches, and areas where maneuverability matters.
Designed for tractors with approximately 12–15 horsepower, the FSBM-5H Mini combines a double-action cutter bar with hydraulic folding convenience. Its adjustable cutter bar operates from +90° to -45°, allowing operators to maintain sloped areas and field boundaries that may be difficult to reach with conventional mowing equipment.
Why Choose the Farm-Maxx FSBM-5H Mini?
Designed for Smaller Tractors
The compact 60-inch cutter bar and lightweight construction make the FSBM-5H Mini a practical option for sub-compact and small tractors with compatible hydraulic and hitch equipment.
Convenient Hydraulic Folding
Raise and lower the cutter bar using the tractor's remote hydraulic controls. The folding system simplifies field positioning and allows the cutter bar to be secured upright for transport.
Versatile Cutting Angles
The cutter bar adjusts from +90° to -45°, making it useful for maintaining ditch banks, pond edges, sloped ground, and uneven areas where a fixed-position mower may be less practical.
Dependable Cutting & Protection
A double-action cutter bar provides efficient cutting for hay and grass, while the heavy-duty safety release helps protect the mower when obstacles are encountered. An extra blade bar is included for convenient maintenance.
Farm-Maxx FSBM-5H Mini Specifications
| Model | FSBM-5H Mini |
| Working Width | 60 inches (5 feet) |
| Tractor Horsepower | 12–15 HP |
| Folding System | Hydraulic |
| Cutter Bar Adjustment | +90° to -45° |
| Cutting System | Double-action sickle bar |
| Hydraulic Requirement | Compatible tractor remote hydraulic valve |
| Transport Position | Vertical with transport lock |
| Safety Protection | Heavy-duty safety release |
| Finish | Powder-coated |
| Included Equipment | Extra blade bar |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Compare Farm-Maxx Sickle Bar Mowers
Compare cutting widths and folding configurations across the Farm-Maxx FSBM lineup to find the right sickle bar mower for your tractor and property.
| Model | Width | Fold Type | Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FSBM-5 Mini | 60" | Manual | Mini |
| FSBM-5H Mini Currently Viewing | 60" | Hydraulic | Mini |
| FSBM-5 | 66" | Manual | Standard |
| FSBM-5H | 66" | Hydraulic | Standard |
| FSBM-7H | 84" | Hydraulic | Standard |
| FSBM-9H | 108" | Hydraulic | Standard |
Tractor horsepower, hydraulic compatibility, hitch configuration, and lift capacity should also be considered when selecting a sickle bar mower.
Is the FSBM-5H Mini Right for Your Tractor?
The FSBM-5H Mini is designed for operators using smaller tractors who need a compact sickle bar mower with hydraulic positioning. Its 60-inch cutting width makes it particularly practical for smaller hay fields, narrow access points, pond banks, and properties with limited maneuvering space.
The hydraulic folding system requires a compatible tractor hydraulic valve and properly matched hydraulic hose connections. Operators should also verify tractor horsepower, hitch compatibility, lift capacity, and safe operating limits before purchasing.
If hydraulic folding is not necessary, the FSBM-5 Mini offers the same 60-inch cutting width with manual folding. For operators needing a wider cutter bar, the FSBM-5H provides a 66-inch hydraulic-fold configuration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size tractor is needed for the FSBM-5H Mini?
The FSBM-5H Mini is designed for small tractors in the 12–15 HP range. Confirm the tractor's horsepower, hydraulic capability, hitch compatibility, and lift capacity before purchase.
How wide does the FSBM-5H Mini cut?
The mower provides a 60-inch (5-foot) cutting width, making it well suited for smaller hay fields, property maintenance, and narrow mowing areas.
Does the FSBM-5H Mini require tractor hydraulics?
Yes. The hydraulic folding system requires a compatible tractor remote hydraulic valve. Hose ends must match the tractor's hydraulic quick-coupler fittings.
Can the FSBM-5H Mini mow ditch banks and slopes?
Yes. Its cutter bar adjusts from +90° to -45°, allowing it to cut along ditch banks, pond edges, and sloped areas within the mower's operating and safety limits.
What is the difference between the FSBM-5 Mini and FSBM-5H Mini?
Both models have a 60-inch cutting width. The FSBM-5 Mini uses manual folding, while the FSBM-5H Mini features hydraulic folding controlled through the tractor's hydraulics.
Does the FSBM-5H Mini include an extra blade bar?
Yes. An extra blade bar is included to support routine maintenance and help reduce downtime when servicing the cutting system.
Compact Hay-Cutting Equipment for Smaller Tractors
The Farm-Maxx FSBM Mini series provides a practical mowing solution for small farms, homesteads, and property owners who need dependable cutting performance without moving to a larger mower.
Need help determining whether the FSBM-5H Mini will work with your tractor? Contact Styron Ag Parts & Equipment for assistance with tractor compatibility, hydraulic requirements, and replacement parts.
Reviews
3 Reviews
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Hydraulic fold sickle bar
the sickle bar works great. Had questions while assembling it and called mat and he helped alot. thank you
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Farm-Maxx/Enorossi Sickle Bar Mower
this mini sickle is awesome! It is a very well built mower! I've already mowed my pond banks, driveway and hay with no problems! Thank you Mat! We are very happy to have heard of Styron Ag
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Great sickle bar mower
This sickle bar mower is awesome. I've mowed a variety of grass, hay and even smaller saplings with no clogs or issues. Not to mention it was an amazing price! I've told many of my friends about it! Thanks Matt for all your help!
