Irish hedger firm Marolin has been around for a while in its home market but it was only at the beginning of the year that Sutton Coldfield company Tractor Guard started bringing it in.

There are a range of models. This is the M61CTX, which is the firm’s professional range. It’s suitable for cutting grass and bushes and needs a tractor with 100-130hp.

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There is a mechanical safety lock for road transport, as well as a rear shockproof bar with LED lights.

Other features include a double oil filter, safety breakaway and rotor reverse.