Weeds growing in profusion, dense, long grass suddenly springing up in paddocks and meadows, it’s that time of year when toppers come into their own.

The recent mix of warmth, sunshine and lighter rain have combined in most parts of the country to promote rapid growth of vegetation.

If you have an ATV/UTV, or a 14hp,16hp or 25hp compact tractor and you’re looking around for a new engine driven or PTO operated topper to literally get on top of this growth it’s worth considering the Wessex CountryLine range because there’s bound to be a rotary topper to suit your needs.

Designed with general maintenance on farms, for groundscare, private estates and paddocks in mind, the toppers offer a promise of being built in the UK up to a quality standard and not down to a price.

In effect, they fill the gap between Wessex professional machines and the often lower quality imports available.

They come with features such as a floating A-frame, single blade bar with swinging blade tips and full guarding to HSE specifications.

The single blade bar, say the manufacturers, uses minimal power consumption and resists stone damage, while the side skids are adjustable.

There are four models, offering cutting widths of 110cm, 120cm, 150cm and 180cm, with a cutting height of between 60 and 150mm.