Chaff Cutter Price in India 2026: Sizes, Power and Running Cost

A chaff cutter, or kutti machine, turns green and dry fodder into short pieces so cattle eat more and waste less. The first question every dairy farmer asks is simple: what does it cost, and which size is right for my animals? This guide explains what drives chaff cutter price in India, the running cost, and how to pick the right machine in 2026.

What decides a chaff cutter's price?

Chaff cutter price depends mainly on four things: the size and build of the machine, the power source, the cutting capacity, and the quality of the blades and bearings. A small hand-operated cutter costs the least. An electric or engine-driven machine that chops large amounts of green and dry fodder every day costs more, because it uses a stronger body, heavier blades and sealed bearings that survive years of daily use.

Chaff cutter price in India (2026)

Across the market, chaff cutters run from a few thousand rupees for a small manual unit to well over a lakh for a large commercial machine. Almighty Agrotech's heavy-duty ALAP AC-9Z-1.0 chaff cutter is priced at about ₹60,000 (MRP around ₹64,999), built for farms and dairies that cut fodder every day.

For the current price and full specification, see the chaff cutter page. To size the machine to your herd, try the chaff cutter calculator.

Running cost: what it costs to use

The running cost of a chaff cutter is mostly the power it uses. An electric machine costs you the units of electricity per hour of cutting; an engine-driven one costs the diesel or petrol it burns. A sharp blade and a correctly tightened belt cut the running cost, because a blunt blade or a loose belt makes the motor work harder for the same fodder. Against that cost, a chaff cutter pays back by reducing fodder waste, since cattle refuse far less when the fodder is cut short.

How to choose the right size

• Herd size: a few animals need far less daily output than a commercial dairy. Match the machine's capacity to how much fodder you cut each day.
• Green or dry fodder: cutting dry fodder like dry stalks needs a stronger machine than only green grass.
• Power you have: pick electric if you have steady power, or an engine-driven machine if power is unreliable.
• Build quality: heavier blades, a strong body and sealed bearings last longer under daily use and cost less over the machine's life.
• Safety: look for a machine with a safe feed and a flywheel guard, since chaff cutters handle fast blades.

Is a chaff cutter worth it?

For any farmer keeping cattle, yes. Cut fodder is eaten more fully, so the same field feeds more animals, and digestion improves. The machine pays for itself through saved fodder over a season or two. New to these machines? Read our full chaff cutter guide for how it works and what to look for.

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a chaff cutter in India?

It ranges from a few thousand rupees for a small manual machine to over a lakh for a large commercial one. The heavy-duty ALAP AC-9Z-1.0 is priced at about ₹60,000. See the product page for the current figure.

What is a chaff cutter called in Hindi?

It is commonly called a kutti machine or chara katne wali machine. It cuts green and dry fodder into short pieces for cattle.

Electric or engine chaff cutter, which is better?

Choose electric if you have steady power, since it is cheaper to run and quieter. Choose an engine-driven machine if your power supply is unreliable or you work away from a connection.

How does a chaff cutter save money?

Cattle waste far less fodder when it is cut short, so the same amount of fodder feeds more animals. That saving usually covers the machine cost within a season or two.

What is the running cost of a chaff cutter?

Mostly the electricity or fuel it uses per hour, plus occasional blade and belt replacement. A sharp blade and a correctly set belt keep the running cost down.

Is there a subsidy on chaff cutters?

Many states include chaff cutters in farm machinery subsidy schemes. Check your eligibility with the Krishi Yantra subsidy checker.

Prices are indicative for 2026 and change by model, size and location. Confirm the current price on the product page before buying.