The TC-50 Tire Cutter is designed to cut passenger and light truck tires into 4 pieces at a rate of up to 60 tires per hour. The TC-50 Tire Cutter is perfect for tire shops who want to handle their own tire disposal. The patented shear blades works on a zero clearance design for a clean cut which greatly extends the blade life. Two-handle valve system keeps operator's hand away from the blades while cutting for added safety. The TC-50 Tire Cutter is easy to operate, low maintenance, dependable and designed for years of service. Small foot print allows this tire cutter to easily fit in any work area. The TC-50 is equipped with a 3HP, 220 single phase electric motor.