Tar River Drum Mower
With very few moving parts, low maintenance and a heavy built frame, the Tar River Drum Mower is a great economic alternative to the Disc and Sicklebar Mowers while still giving a good cut
The BDR Series Drum Mower can mow at high speeds and offer reliable mowing in all conditions, easily cutting through tall and thick grasses. Available in 3 popular sizes, Tar River Implements has a perfect fit for your small hay operation.
Each unit comes with a tool to change the blades & an extra set of blades!!! Now available with optional hydraulic Lift!!
- Mow at High Speeds
- No Hydraulics Necessary (unless using Hydraulic Conversion Kit)
- Few Moving Parts & Easy Maintenance
- Great Alternative to Disc & Sicklebar Mowers for Small Hay Producers
- Easily Cuts Through Tall & Thick Grass
- Designed for Reliable Mowing in All Conditions
Key Features
Models Available
Available Addons / Options
BR Equipment Benefits
BR Equipment proudly offers Tar River Implements, known for their durability, innovation, and dependable performance in the field.
To deliver even greater value, BR Equipment backs every Tar River product with strong warranty coverage and exclusive dealer discounts—giving you top-tier quality, competitive pricing, and the confidence of real support when you need it.
Specifications
| Model | No. of Drums | Blades P/ Drum | Category Hitch | Working Width | Min. Recommended Tractor Weight | Min. HP | Weight | Hydraulic Lift Kit Option Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BDR-135 | 2 | 2 | Cat. 1 | 4' 5" | 2100 lbs | 20 HP | 661 lbs | n/a |
| BDR-165 | 2 | 3 | Cat. 1 & 2 | 5' 5" | 2600 lbs | 28 HP | 794 lbs | Yes - BDR-A80 |
| BDR-185 | 2 | 3 | Cat. 1 & 2 | 6' 1" | 3900 lbs | 35 HP | 893 lbs | Yes - BDR-A80 |
| BDR-210H | 2 | 4 | Cat. 2 & 3 | 6' 9" | 6500 lbs | 65 | 1,240 lbs | Standard |
Downloads
BDR-135_165_185 Drum Mower Manual_0.pdf
BDR-210 Drum Mower Manual.pdf
NEW DRUM MOWER LITERATURE_0.pdf
Tar-River-Drum-Mower - Assembly Pictures.pdf
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