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Spearhead Twiga Classic S55 Hedgecutter – Built for Irish Farms

Why the S55 Classic is a Game-Changer for Irish Hedgerows

On farms in Ireland, managing hedges, embankments and roadside growth demands machines that are tough, reliable and precise. The Spearhead Twiga Classic S55 delivers exactly that. It’s built for the kind of terrain, weather and workload our farms throw at equipment.

Spearhead & the Twiga Classic Legacy

Spearhead machinery has long been trusted in Ireland for its engineering, durability and service support. Their Twiga Classic range provides a value-packed, high-spec hedgecutter line that balances rugged build with operator comfort. The S55 Classic sits in the sweet spot of reach, spec and cost for many Irish farms and contractors.

Key Features of the S55 Classic

Here are the standout specs and features that make the S55 tick for Irish conditions:

Specification Detail
Reach / Arm Type 5.5 metres reach with standard (parallel) arm geometry.
Hydraulic Requirements 65 hp hydraulic system standard.
Machine Weight Approx. 1,280-1,300 kg (varies by head / spec).
Transport Width Around 2.2-2.3 m, compact enough for narrow lanes and swing gates.
Oil / Hydraulic Tank Capacity ~190 litres, with internal baffling and filtration.

 

What Each Irish Farmer Will Value in the S55

  • Precision & Control: The Pilot or Mini-pilot proportional control systems give you fingertip control of the head & boom. Whether you’re working long hedgelines or steep embankments, smooth and accurate control matters.

  • Strong, Reliable Build: The S55 is built with welded construction, heavy-duty pivot pins, and a frame that can take the knocks you get in wet, rugged hedgerows. Dutch welded arms plus strong bearings reduce downtime.

  • Versatility of Cutting Heads: Compatible with MP1 / MP2 flail heads (1.2-1.5m width), belt or direct drive, with flails (T-flails etc.), with options for oil coolers, head float, arm float and more. That means you can match the cutter precisely to your hedging or roadside job.

  • Efficiency for Local Conditions: Irish winters mean damp, dense growth. The S55’s reach, cutter head width, strong hydraulic systems and durability mean you can maintain hedges quicker, reduce re-work, and keep your machinery working through tough conditions.

 

Benefits You’ll See from Day One

  • Reduced downtime: fewer breakdowns, stronger parts and good service support locally means you spend more time cutting, less time waiting.

  • Better finish & hedgerow health: evenly trimmed hedges, less damage to plants, cleaner cuts = less disease risk, better regrowth.

  • Cost savings: less fuel burnt per job due to more efficient hydraulics; fewer labour hours; fewer repeat jobs.

  • Safety & compliance: good lighting and transport width mean safer moving between sites; robust safety features protect both machine and operator.

 

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Request a quote today by calling G A Allen — see for yourself how the Twiga Classic S55 can make hedge work faster, cleaner, safer on your land.

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