AS 1000 Ovis EVO RC Remote-Controlled Flail Mower

AS 1000 Ovis EVO RC is the contractor-focused version of AS-Motor’s tracked remote-control flail mower. It keeps the same low-slung chassis and serious slope ability as the standard Ovis, but adds the controls and conveniences that make long days on banks, solar sites and rough ground far easier to manage.

This EVO model gives you remote height adjustment, a remote blade clutch and quick-release hydrostats, so you can run the machine efficiently without constant hands-on fiddling. It’s built for operators who want clean results, strong output and a mower that stays planted when the ground turns steep, loose or unpredictable.

What the AS 1000 Ovis EVO RC Is Built For

The AS 1000 Ovis EVO RC is designed for sites where a ride-on simply isn’t safe or productive. The low centre of gravity, 69 cm overall height and tracked footprint give it grip on banks that would defeat a wheeled machine. It’s built for rough grass, scrub, self-seeded saplings and uneven ground where the operator needs to stay well clear. Solar farms, flood defences, road edges, rail embankments and large commercial sites are its natural territory.

Strength in Steep and Awkward Terrain

The Vanguard V-Twin sits low in the chassis, keeping the mower stable on cross-slopes and long climbs. The tracks spread the load evenly, so it isn’t skating around on loose ground or digging ruts. The compact height lets it work under panels, pipework and low structures that would stop a taller machine. When the slope or surface gets unpredictable, this is the type of tool you want running instead of a man on the bank.

Who This Machine Suits

• Contractors cutting steep banks, solar farms and rough commercial ground
• Councils needing safer, quicker maintenance on high-risk slopes
• Sites where debris, bramble, scrub and tall grass are routine
• Operators who want reliable daily productivity without complex electronics

It’s not aimed at domestic use or fine lawns. It’s for people who manage heavy vegetation at scale and need dependable results every time.

Real Strengths and Working Advantages

Flail Performance That Handles Rubbish Ground

The 100 cm flail deck with 56 flails gives a clean finish in material that would choke a rotary. It keeps output high even when the growth is inconsistent – tall patches, woody stems and coarse grass all get levelled at the same pace. The deck sits wider than the track stance, so you can mow right up to edges and around infrastructure without leaving a strip.

Better Control Through Operator Convenience

The EVO upgrades address the small frustrations operators deal with all season:

• Remote height adjustment: tweak cutting height on the move rather than stopping work.
• Remote blade clutch: stays mechanical but activates electrically, saving time and walking.
• Quick-release hydrostats and brake: frees the machine quickly if you need to reposition or tow.

These aren’t fancy add-ons. They remove the repetitive jobs that slow you down on big sites.

Sensible Build Logic

AS-Motor deliberately avoided over-engineering the electrics. There’s no CANbus, no engine-management clutter, no sensor webs. The wiring harness stays simple and easy to diagnose. It’s built for contractors who want predictable servicing and minimal downtime, not a dashboard full of warning lights.

Where It Sits in the AS Range

The standard Ovis RC is the bare-bones, tough flail for steep ground. The EVO RC is the version for operators who spend hours on the sticks and want better control with less effort. It’s still simple, still mechanically grounded, but it adds the tools that make long shifts more efficient. If you run solar parks, long banks or repeated contract work, the EVO earns its keep.

Optional Add-Ons That Matter

X-ACT Track Steering Assistant

For big, open banks or long solar runs, the X-ACT Track system keeps the mower on straight passes. Less overlap, cleaner lines and reduced operator fatigue. It’s not essential on every site, but contractors working wide runs usually justify it quickly.

Hammer Flail Kit

A hammer flail kit is available when you’re dealing with heavier brush or want a different cut profile. It gives the machine more bite in rougher material.

Insect Scare Device

Useful on sites where wildlife is a concern. Helps clear the area in front of the mower so small animals move out of harm’s way.

Operational Realities

Daily cleaning is straightforward thanks to the accessible intake shaft and hinged cover. Chain tensioning is simple from the rear using the supplied extension. Hydro wheel motors and flail systems have long service intervals, which keeps running costs sensible for a professional machine. The EVO still behaves like a contractor tool: reliable, predictable, and easy to put back into work.

How Suffolk Mowers Supports Your Machine

Buying the AS 1000 Ovis EVO RC is only half the job — keeping it earning is what matters. Suffolk Mowers supplies the machine fully checked, set up and ready for work, with clear guidance on running, cleaning and basic upkeep. If you’re stepping up from a Sherpa or moving into RC flail work for the first time, we’ll walk you through the controls so you know exactly how to handle the mower on slopes and rough ground.

Parts support is fast. We stock the common wear items — flails, belts, filters and chain components — and can source anything else directly from AS-Motor. Our workshop handles servicing, repairs and warranty work, and we keep things practical: quick turnaround, honest feedback, and no unnecessary downtime. If you’re running the EVO as part of a contractor fleet, we can schedule maintenance around your workload to keep the machine earning and off the bench.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions About AS 1000 Ovis EVO RC