Bobcat SC18 Walk-Behind Sod Cutter 18 in.

Sod removal is slow, hard work. The right machine changes that. The Bobcat SC18 Walk-Behind Sod Cutter cuts an 18-inch swath at depths up to 2.5 inches, slicing through established sod at a steady 135 feet per minute. That’s the difference between hours of labor and getting it done before lunch.

Available with either a 4-cycle Honda GX160 or a Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 200 engine, the SC18 gives you engine options without sacrificing performance. Both configurations drive the same cast-iron gearbox, one of the key reasons this machine outlasts lighter competitors. Cast iron handles the sustained load of continuous sod cutting without wearing down or developing the slop that cheaper gearboxes show after a season of hard use.

The latch-locked blade lever is a detail that matters in the field. Accidental blade engagement on a loaded sod cutter is a genuine hazard. Bobcat’s latch-lock design requires deliberate activation, keeping the operator in control and reducing risk in the real-world conditions your crew works in every day.

Ultra-low vibration technology is built in specifically to reduce operator fatigue during all-day jobs. Less fatigue means better focus, more consistent cutting depth, and crews that aren’t worn out by mid-afternoon. Turf tread wheels protect the surfaces you’re working on while keeping traction solid, and the throttle lever is mounted right at the operator station for immediate access without reaching or fumbling. At 373 pounds, the SC18 has the mass to maintain cutting consistency in the dense, challenging soils that walk-behind sod cutters frequently encounter across the DFW area.