Mowing solar parks
with the remote-controlled mowing caterpillar
Vegetation management in photovoltaic systems is mandatory — not optional. Shading costs yield, manual mowing costs personnel and is safety-relevant. The Jack Mulcher mows steep slope PV systems safely and in one third of the time.
Why traditional mowing methods reach their limits in solar parks
Slope inclination and safety
Many PV open spaces are on slopes that are dangerous for riding mowers. The Jack Mulcher operates safely on inclines up to 100% — the operator stands 200 m away.
Height restriction under the modules
Riding mowers often do not fit under the module rows. Where the ground clearance is 80 cm, a conventional mower hardly fits underneath. The Jack fits through with a height of 76 cm.
Avoidance of module damage
Stone impacts or collisions can damage modules. The suction mulching deck and the compact dimensions of the Jack significantly reduce the risk compared to flail mowers with discharge.
Up to five times faster
For systems from 5 ha, personnel costs add up significantly. One person with the Jack Mulcher can manage 4,000 m² per hour — up to five times faster than manual mowing.
What makes the Jack Mulcher predestined for solar park operators
Ground clearance and maneuverability
The compact design (76 cm height) allows maintenance under module rows, between modules, and along fence lines, where riding mowers cannot reach.
Hybrid drive
27 HP Briggs & Stratton combined with electric drive enables precise maneuvers even in narrow module aisles.
Radio range 200 m
The operator remains outside the facility and controls from the outer edge — no pedestrian traffic risks in the PV facility.
Mulch deck instead of discharge
Cuttings remain as natural green fertilizer on the area. No transport, no projectile effect towards modules.
Solar park size (example)
Mowing passes per season
Machine hours / year
Seasons until amortization
Calculation example for an 8-hectare solar park: two mowing passes per year, 16 ha annual mowing performance, amortization of the Jack Mulcher within 2–3 seasons compared to external mowing contracts.
Calculate profitability for my facilityFrequently asked questions about solar park maintenance
Solar park maintenance at a professional level?
We come to the facility, assess the conditions on site, and create a specific mowing service offer — or advise you on the purchase.