Kersten FKM 37 front-mounted sweepers
Serious sweeping.
A compact front-mounted package.
Turn a suitable ride-on mower or sub-compact tractor into a practical surface-maintenance machine. Clear soil, leaves and debris with a 125 cm brush — using hydraulic or mechanical PTO drive matched to your carrier.
Choose the drive your machine can supply
Two models. The same compact working width.
Choose hydraulic drive where the carrier can provide the required oil supply, or mechanical drive where a suitable front PTO installation is available. Both need the correct linkage and ABR 37 bracket.
Hydraulic implement drive
FKM 12537 H-ABR 37
A compact hydraulic sweeper for a carrier with a suitable oil supply. Its relatively low oil demand makes it worth considering where a larger hydraulic sweeper would need extra power provision.
Choose it when: your machine has a verified hydraulic supply and front mounting arrangement, or you want a complete hydraulic installation specified for it.
Mechanical PTO implement drive
FKM 12537 M-ABR 37
Drives the main roller mechanically from a suitable tractor PTO. Choose the complete PTO and mounting arrangement to suit the carrier, rather than treating a front linkage alone as an attachment-ready system.
Choose it when: your carrier has a suitable front PTO drive, or a compatible PTO installation can be supplied alongside the linkage and bracket.
Plan the complete installation. The carrier, front linkage, drive provision, required ABR bracket and optional equipment should be specified together. Product photographs may show separately priced carriers and accessories.
Compact dimensions, useful cleaning features
Clear the build-up.
Keep control of the brush.
Five spiral rows
The gaps between bristle rows leave space for soil and bulky debris to move. The spiral pattern spreads brush contact across the width as it turns, helping the roller tackle material instead of simply pushing it ahead.
Adjust the contact
Individually adjustable gauge wheels set the working height. Use the brush contact needed for the task, compensate for bristle wear and avoid excessive pressure on vulnerable surfaces. Pendulum suspension helps the brush follow uneven ground.
Work in front of the carrier
Keep the working area in view as you approach kerbs, gateways and obstructions. Manual left/right angling lets you windrow debris; add a collector when the material needs to leave the surface.
Get the connection right
A front linkage is only part of the setup.
The FKM 37 normally needs a carrier-specific ABR 37 bracket between the sweeper and its front mounting system. The bracket provides the connection; hydraulic or PTO equipment provides the power.
Your carrier
Confirm make, model, year, front axle limits and the equipment already fitted.
Front linkage
Provides the structural mounting point and lift/lower function.
Implement power
Verify hydraulic supply for the H model or PTO speed, direction and shaft arrangement for the M model.
ABR 37 + sweeper
Match the attachment bracket to the exact linkage and sweeper drive version.
| Mounting route | Bracket example | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Cat. 1 front linkage A-frame | ABR 37 KD- → | Full carrier and linkage details; drive provision and lift capacity. |
| John Deere Quick-Hitch | ABR 37 US- → | The information sheet lists this route for mechanical sweepers; confirm the exact hitch and PTO installation. |
| Kubota B1 / B1220F | ABR 37 KUB-B1 → | Listed for the hydraulic FKM 12537 H; check linkage and available oil supply. |
| Kubota G23 / G26 | ABR 37 KUB-G 23 26 → | Hydraulic model route; a suitable front linkage and implement hydraulic supply are still needed. |
Check clearance and loaded lift capacity. Published overall sweeper width is 133 cm, compared with the 125 cm working width. The bracket, collector, side brush and full carrier change the installation envelope and load. Allow for a collector full of debris as well as the bare sweeper.
Explore front linkages and PTO systems → Check carrier and attachment compatibility →
Choose what happens to the debris
Collect it. Windrow it. Clean the edges.
These options are listed for the FKM 37 range. Match the accessory to the exact sweeper and available services; equal working widths do not make every sweeper accessory interchangeable.
125 cm · PE plastic collector
SSB 125 K collector box
Choose it when: leaves, soil and loosened organic debris need to be removed from the surface. Adjustable holders, castor wheels and a sealing lip help the collector follow the brush. The series describes a manual-opening collector.
125 cm · front debris guard
GUSPL 125 brush guard
Choose it when: you want to move material without collecting it. The guard helps contain debris near the roller when windrowing soil, loose material or suitable snow.
Ø 40 cm · hydraulic side brush
ASH 403237 gully brush
Choose it when: you need controlled edge cleaning with a suitable hydraulic supply. Adjustable position and hydraulic speed help pull kerbside debris into the main roller’s path.
Ø 40 cm · mechanical side brush
ASM 403237 gully brush
Choose it when: a side brush driven mechanically through the broom shaft suits the installation. Height and angle adjustment help clear edges; confirm the correct kit for the sweeper.
Keep the roller working properly
Keep your sweeper working at its best.
Replacement roller · 125 510 037
125 cm five-row poly combi brush
Listed for both FKM 12537 drive versions, with a 125 cm length and 37 cm diameter. Inspect the bristles, adjust working height as the roller wears and confirm the model and serial number before ordering.
Store the sweeper supported. Avoid leaving its weight resting on the bristles. The range includes parking support; AST 37 LR castor supports are also listed for easier movement and mounting. Confirm the support equipment supplied with your quotation.
Match the tool to the surface
Everyday cleaning and specialist maintenance.
For sand-filled, rubber-crumb or water-based sports surfaces, confirm brush contact and collection settings with the surface supplier. See reciprocating brushes →
Kersten installations and practical guides
See how the complete setup works.
FKM 37 case study
Sweeper for a Kubota BX2350
A hydraulic FKM 12537 with front linkage, ABR 37 KD bracket and brush guard. See why the 8 L/min requirement suited the tractor in this installation.
Read the case study →
Mounting guide
Front linkages for compact tractors
How linkage and power provision open up front-mounted attachment choices. Useful context when your carrier needs more than an adapter bracket.
Read the linkage guide →
Surface-maintenance guide
Maintaining synthetic sports surfaces
Why removing organic contamination matters, and how brush adjustment, collection and perimeter cleaning help maintain the surface. Illustrated with pedestrian equipment.
Read the surface guide →Other routes worth considering
Need a different carrier or mounting position?
Your questions answered
Before you specify your FKM 37.
Does the sweeper bolt directly to my front linkage?
Normally it needs the matching ABR 37 bracket. The linkage, bracket and drive provision must all suit the carrier and sweeper. Send the exact machine and linkage details for a fitment check.
Is 8 L/min enough to confirm hydraulic compatibility?
No. It is the listed oil requirement for the H model, but the complete supply still needs checking: usable flow, operating pressure, couplings, return arrangement and any other hydraulic functions. A mower’s lifting circuit is not automatically a suitable implement supply.
How much clearance do I need?
The published overall sweeper width is 133 cm, while its straight working width is 125 cm. Check the complete carrier and attachment, including any gully brush or collector, against gateways and operating space. Angling also changes the working footprint.
Can I collect debris rather than sweep it aside?
Yes, the listed SSB 125 K collector is an option. The series describes manual opening. Confirm the supplied collector and emptying arrangement, and allow for the full debris load when checking lift and front axle capacity.
Can it sweep artificial turf and painted courts?
The range is used for hard and artificial surface maintenance, but suitability depends on the surface construction, brush and settings. Check with the surface supplier and use appropriate brush contact. Avoid treating powered sweeping as interchangeable with static grooming or reciprocating top-dressing work.
What should I send for a complete quotation?
Send carrier make, model, year and serial number; photographs of the front mounting system; available hydraulics or PTO details; access width; surface type; and whether you want collection, a guard or edge cleaning.
Specify the whole system
Tell us about your carrier and surface.
We’ll help match the drive, linkage, ABR bracket and cleaning options so the FKM 37 works as a complete installation.