Skid Steer Brush Cutters

A skid steer brush cutter is a type of attachment that can be used with a skid steer loader, which is a small and versatile machine that can perform various tasks on different terrains. A brush cutter is designed to cut through thick vegetation, such as grass, weeds, shrubs, and small trees. Some can even go through large trees. For example, this brush cutter can cut down 8 inch trees. It can be useful for clearing land, creating firebreaks, or maintaining trails. A skid steer brush cutter usually has a rotating blade or disc that can slice through the plants with ease. Some models also have mulching or shredding features that can reduce the debris and leave a cleaner surface.

Direct drive is a type of hydraulic system that transfers power from the skid steer's engine directly to the attachment's motor, without using any gears or chains. This means that the attachment can operate at higher speeds and torque, with less maintenance and noise. Direct drive also reduces fuel consumption and emissions, making it more cost-effective. Direct drive is especially useful for attachments that require high performance and durability, such as brush cutters. With direct drive, you can get more work done in less time and with less hassle.

Skid steer brush cutter blades are designed to cut through thick vegetation and brush, but they can get dull over time. If you want to keep your blades sharp and efficient, you need to follow some simple steps to sharpen them. Here's how:

- First, you need to remove the blades from the brush cutter. You can use a wrench or a socket to loosen the bolts that hold the blades in place. Be careful not to damage the blades or the cutter head while doing this.
- Next, you need to clean the blades with a wire brush or a rag. Remove any dirt, debris, or rust that might affect the sharpening process. You can also use a mild detergent or a degreaser to clean the blades if they are very dirty.
- Then, you need to clamp the blades securely to a workbench or a vise. You can use a file, a grinder, or a sharpening stone to sharpen the blades. You should follow the original angle of the blade edge and remove any nicks or burrs. You should also check the balance of the blades by hanging them from a nail or a screw. If one side is heavier than the other, you need to remove more material from that side until they are balanced.
- Finally, you need to reinstall the blades on the brush cutter. You should tighten the bolts securely and make sure the blades are aligned properly. You can also apply some lubricant or anti-seize compound to the bolts to prevent corrosion and rust.

Another option is you can call your guru and order brand new blades. 

What separates the Skid Pro Industrial Brush Cutter from other brush cutters is its superior design, performance and durability. The Industrial Brush Cutter features a heavy duty deck, a direct drive motor, a four blade system and a large cutting capacity. This giant cutter can maul through 8 inch trees and more. These features allow it to handle tough jobs and thick vegetation with ease. Our brush cutter is the ideal choice for land clearing, forestry, landscaping and agriculture applications.

When it comes to brush cutters, or brush hogs, you will notice that there are two main variations. Either a cutter will be a closed front, where there is no exposed blades in the front, or an open front, where the blade tips are exposed off the end. These both have their own benefits, and neither is better than the other. The closed front allows you to use the front as a stop letting you get closer to obstacles without hitting them and is slightly cheaper. To counter act that, the open front has a larger cutting capacity and can be used to take down larger trees and brush.

The one you choose comes down to what you are looking to do for work. If you are looking to do forestry work or clear an area that has mature trees along with brush, then you would want to go with an open front. However, if you are maintaining an already cleared area, or the area doesn't have trees larger than 6 inches, then the closed front would be a great choice.

The reason we are so proud of this flywheel is the effect it has on cutting performance. With a larger flywheel you gain both durability and momentum in your cutting. The momentum allows you to take down larger material without having to worry about bogging down your cutter or mower. With less down time, you can get your jobs done quicker with less stopping.

Most skid steers and wheeled loaders run a standard quick attach plate, meaning our attachments can work on all the major brands. Our brush cutters work with John Deere, Caterpillar, Bobcat, JCB, Gehl, Kubota, New Holland, ASV, and more. If you have a question about your specific machine, you can reach out to us directly via phone and we would be happy to check the compatibility.

I'm Josh with Skid Pro, and this is the legendary X4 industrial brush cutter. The X4 is not just industry-leading; it has set the benchmark for what is possible for a standard flow cutter. It pioneered direct drive technology and rewrote the book on heavy-duty drivetrains, specifically focusing on driveshaft diameter and flywheel weight. All these features add up to an unparalleled level of power, performance, and durability in any cutting environment. To say that this unit is a beast is a true understatement. Let's dig into the details to see why this cutter leads the pack.

This made-in-the-USA cutter is loaded with technology and industry-first advancements. It starts with an extreme-duty build, featuring Skid Pro's famous rigid construction with a minimum of quarter-inch decking. However, the X4 takes it a step further with gussets and reinforcements throughout the design to enhance rigidity. The dual rail stiffeners, standing at 12 inches, run from the reinforced QT plate to the front push bar. These stiffeners add significant rigidity to the deck, counteracting the force from the skid loader when moving forward. The exterior steel gussets are engineered for torsional stiffness and extend to the open front deck. The deck boasts three C-channel lateral stiffeners, reducing flexing, with thick-walled C-channels measuring three and a half by three inches. The heavy-duty push bar and front deck clip complete this robust construction, weighing over 1800 pounds, showcasing the cutter's durability.

The X4 also excels in the drivetrain department, featuring an extra-large, heavy flywheel for maximum inertia. The three and three-quarter-inch diameter drive shaft is the heaviest in the industry for any standard flow cutter, housed in a massive 12-inch diameter cast iron bearing housing with two six-inch bearings for durability and smooth operation. The flywheel, made from a single piece of high tensile steel measuring one inch thick and weighing over 400 pounds, maintains the required inertia for a significant boost in cutting capacity.

The blades were upgraded to four-blade designs, delivering a marked improvement in performance and cutting capacity. The direct drive motor provides high torque and ultra-fast blade tip speeds, enabling forward or reverse cutting. The X4 features an extra-tall 10-inch deck height, minimizing material buildup under the deck, especially when cutting tall, thick grass.

The X4 comes in two styles: the open front and the hybrid design. The open front boasts an impressive eight-inch cutting capacity and facilitates feeding heavy brush and materials into the cutter. The hybrid design combines the advantages of a traditional closed front square deck with some benefits of the open front, providing versatility and keeping the blades tucked.

The high-flow X4 features a high-capacity Big Bore high-flow motor, capable of handling up to 60 gallons per minute and 4500 PSI line pressure, making it ideal for high-flow skid loaders. In addition to the core features, the X4 cutter offers bonus features, including an easy access blade panel for quick blade changes, wire protection against barbed wire damage, a Bulldog collar to protect against debris damage, and skid shoes for enhanced flotation when running directly on the ground. The X4's robust motor cover, designed to protect critical and expensive components, adds to operator ease.

Skid Pro backs the X4 with a two-year warranty, showcasing their confidence in its durability and performance. The X4 is designed for efficient and productive heavy-duty work, making it an excellent choice for those seeking power, efficiency, and productivity. For any questions about the X4 or other Skid Pro attachments, contact the product experts at 877-378-4642 or visit their website at www.skidpro.com.

I'm Josh with Skid Pro, and today we're going to introduce you to our HD3 brush cutter. At Skid Pro, we always prioritize the design, build, weight, and strength of our equipment, and the HD3 is no exception. This unit weighs in at 1,260 pounds on the 72-inch model, featuring a minimum quarter-inch deck that is heavily gusseted from the QT plate up to the push bar. The design includes a half-inch bumper at the front of the deck to handle tree contact, half-inch skid bumpers up front, and quarter-inch skid runners on the bottom sides. An extra heavy 2 and 7/8 inch push bar is tied in with half-inch gussets down to the six-inch C-channel on the deck. The quarter-inch vertical gussets run from the QT plate forward to the push bar, ensuring that every stress area is heavily reinforced.

But the build is just the beginning. When it comes to long-term durability and performance, the heart of the cutter is its drive system. The HD3 features the famed X4 drivetrain, which is the same exact drivetrain used in our industrial brush cutters. We employ direct drive technology, which offers maximum torque, better reliability, and incredible durability. This choice to go with direct drive is based on a decade of experience. Direct drive was the preferred method for high-flow cutters in the industry due to its toughness and reliability. With a bigger motor and a substantial three and three-quarter inch drive shaft, we've eliminated the common problem of gearbox shafts breaking. This design also allows us to utilize a large flywheel. The motor is connected to the drive shaft through two six-inch submersible oil bearings housed in an extreme-duty bearing housing.

A 13-inch round, one-inch thick flange holds the 262-pound flywheel, equipped with three blades. The direct drive system offers the added advantage of a built-in pressure relief in the motor, eliminating the need for shear pins of the gearbox era. Our direct drive system can cut in both forward and reverse, adding to its durability. The submersible oil-bearing housing uses 80-weight gear oil and includes a simple sight glass for daily checks.

Below the deck, the design transitions from the 13-inch flange to a three-quarter inch thick, extra-large 262-pound flywheel equipped with three blades. This combination, along with the drop-down blade design, allows for efficient cutting closer to the ground, improving safety and cutting performance. These features, when combined with the added inertia and weight of the flywheel, result in a significant improvement in cutting performance, almost like high-flow cutters on standard flow machines.

The HD3 also boasts an extra tall deck height, almost nine inches, which prevents material buildup underneath the deck, leading to better mulching, performance, and faster travel speeds. These aspects, along with the taller deck, bigger flywheel, and more cutting blades, give the HD3 its best-in-class four-inch cutting capacity.

Among other features, the HD3 includes a wire protection kit, a seal plate protector, three extra-large, aggressive steps for safe entry and exit, an extra-large heavy-duty motor cover, and a hose retention bracket. It features a unique blade retention kit for easy blade replacement and an accessible blade panel for quick changes.

The open front design and rear discharge contribute to the cutter's productivity and efficiency. Safety features include a lift limiter chain. And to top it all off, Skid Pro offers an industry-leading two-year warranty, which is twice as long as the competition's standard warranty.

Although the HD3 may not reach the same level as our X4 industrial brush cutter, it is its robust little brother. It offers tremendous durability and incredible performance in a reduced-weight package, making it suitable for smaller machines and budget-conscious customers. For more information on this class-leading cutter, you can contact Skid Pro at 877-378-4600 or visit their website at www.skidpro.com.

I'm Josh with Skid Pro, and I'm here to introduce you to our GB2 brush mower. This mower was designed with the valuable input of our customers who required a standard-duty brush mower that balances performance with affordability while upholding Skid Pro's legendary quality. The GB2 is perfect for those who don't need an industrial build and spend most of their time mowing grass and brush. Let's dive into the details of this budget-friendly mower.

In the entry-level mower category, the Skid Pro difference is immediately apparent in our stiff deck, a key feature that sets us apart from the rest of the industry. The stiff deck is achieved through extra reinforcements and gusseting. Starting at the front where the brush meets the cutter, there's a half-inch slip all around to provide extra strength and durability where it's needed most. The critical component is the quarter-inch gusset that runs the length of the mower, extending from the quick-catch plate to the front lip. These gussets stand tall at 12 inches, adding reinforcement and rigidity to the deck, which is bisected by a robust six-inch C-channel. This heavy-duty stiffener also connects all the gussets across the deck to ensure a mower built for the long haul.

Another defining feature is our hybrid front, which perfectly complements the GB2 mower. This design combines the advantages of both open and closed designs. The blades are fully protected yet positioned right behind the deck for optimal visibility. The front push bar offers a three-inch cut capacity while maintaining excellent visibility, facilitating quick and easy brush feeding for faster travel speeds and increased productivity.

The GB2, also known as "Jimmy II," stands for Gearbox 2 Blade. This design pays homage to the traditional tractor bush hog and is both economical and robust. The drivetrain features a high-quality hydraulic motor and a heavy-duty gearbox rated for 75 horsepower. The gearbox is securely mounted on a sturdy plating, further enhancing its durability. It connects to the blade carrier, often referred to as a stump jumper, which deflects stumps, rocks, and debris, providing added mower protection. The two hardened steel blades offer reliable durability and improved performance on grass, thanks to the updraft design. These blades are easily removable and replaceable.

In addition to these features, the GB2 comes with some Skid Pro bonus features. The easy access blade panel makes blade replacement a breeze. The heavy-duty motor cover protects your valuable components. The mower features two-and-a-half-inch-wide skid shoes that run the entire length of the mower, ensuring better flotation and control in the field. A half-inch thick bumper at the front provides extra protection against brush and trees. An extra-large safety step ensures safe entry and exit, and the aggressive tread design keeps you in control, even in muddy conditions.

If you're searching for power and performance at an affordable price, the Skid Pro GB2 mower is worth considering. To learn more about our entire family of cutters, you can watch a short overview video here. For further inquiries, you can always reach out to our product experts at 877-378-4642 or visit our website at www.skidpro.com.