THE TRADEOFFS, EXPLAINED

Farmry LFP47 vs WoodMaxx FM-78H: $2,199 fixed Y-blade or $4,620 side-shift hammer

A KIOTI CK3520 manual (30.9 PTO, 34.9 engine hp) fits both. A Kubota L3302 gear (28 PTO) fits only LFP47; a Kubota L6070 Premium (53 PTO) only FM-78H. FM-78H is the larger machine: 23 inches more cut, hammers, side shift and 504 lb more on the hitch.

By Acreage Equipment · Reviewed November 9, 2026 · Specification research, not a field test

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Farmry

LFP47

25–45 hp · basis unclear · 47.2″ Cutting width, inches

$2,199 checked November 7, 2026

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WoodMaxx

FM-78H · Hammer blades

30–65 PTO hp · Hammer blades only · 70″ Cutting width, inches

$4,620 checked November 7, 2026

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START WITH THE DECISION

Consider LFP47 for grass on smaller tractorsShortlist LFP47 for a 25–45 hp tractor and grass mowing.

Consider FM-78H for brush and edges on a larger compactShortlist FM-78H for a 30–65 PTO hp tractor with a free remote and the lift for 968 lb.

Read the evidence behind the choice ↓

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The differences that matter.

25–45 hp against 30–65 PTO hp

LFP47: 25–45 hp, basis not stated. FM-78H: 30–65 PTO hp.

Small compacts fit LFP47; larger ones FM-78H.

47.2-inch Y-blade against 70-inch hammer

LFP47 cuts 47.2 inches with 32 Y-blades. FM-78H cuts 70 with hammers.

FM-78H suits brush on wide tractors.

Fixed against side shift

LFP47 has no hydraulic ram. FM-78H shifts hydraulically and needs a rear remote.

FM-78H reaches ditches and fence lines.

464 lb against 968 lb

Farmry lists 464 lb with the shaft; WoodMaxx’s manual gives 968 lb for FM-78H.

FM-78H needs much more lift at 24 inches.

A CONDITIONAL SHORTLIST

Which direction makes sense?

Consider LFP47 for grass on smaller tractors

Shortlist LFP47 for a 25–45 hp tractor and grass mowing.

Check current price at Farmry Prepare questions for the seller

Consider FM-78H for brush and edges on a larger compact

Shortlist FM-78H for a 30–65 PTO hp tractor with a free remote and the lift for 968 lb.

Check current price at WoodMaxx Prepare questions for the seller

Keep these source limits with the decision.

LFP47: Farmry labels 25–45 HP as tractor power without saying engine or PTO; the 30 HP gearbox rating is a component rating, not the tractor minimum.

FM-78H: the page lists 804 lb mower-only plus a 39-lb shaft; the manual gives 968 lb.

This comparison reuses the manufacturer evidence retained in the product records reviewed November 7, 2026; product pages were not re-fetched on November 9. Document conflicts are kept visible. No field test or manufacturer-approved tractor pairing is claimed.

FOLLOW THE NUMBERS

Sources & documentation

Research record reviewed November 9, 2026. Confirm the current manual and the exact revision supplied with your machine.

Official LFP47 product page: configuration, weight and priceProduct page: 25–45 HP tractor power (basis not stated), 32 Y-blades, no hydraulic ram, weight including PTO shaft, price
LFP Series operator manual, Rev 1.3, printed pp17–20Rev 1.3 printed pp17–20: 120 cm / 47.2-in. cutting width, 210 kg weight
Official FM-78H page: hammer option, price, equipment and conflicting weightsProduct page: hammer option, hydraulic side shift, 30–65 PTO hp, 70-in. cut, 804 lb mower plus 39 lb shaft, price
WoodMaxx 2025-to-current FM series operator manualPrinted p40 / PDF p41: FM-62 20–45 PTO hp (Y-blades) and 24–45 (hammers), 774 lb, FM-62H 860 lb; FM-78 and FM-78H 30–65 PTO hp, 880 and 968 lb; hydraulic side shift on H models only
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