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Our brush cutters, or also known as brush hogs or brush mowers, are the heart and soul of Skid Pro Attachments. We have heavily engineered every detail of these brush cutters to withstand the heavy duty use and abuse that these attachments can take. To start, we have flywheels that weigh up to 467 lbs on some models. Most of that weight comes from the 1 inch thick steel base. Other than our introductory GB2 brush mower, our cutters come with direct drive or piston motors, giving you unbeatable recovery time. These cutters and brush hogs aren’t just made for a day in the bush, they are made to take down the bush, including mature trees.
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.
Virginia
Last week, I worked my new 72” Industrial Brush Cutter for about 4 hours, clearing overgrowth on our 3/8th mile private road. It met all of my hopes and expectations for performance. It tackled 4” and greater growth including holly bushes, which is really a hard wood. The unit is very well balanced, as it runs as smooth as glass when revved up to top RPM. My Case 1845C rated at 16 gpm handled the 72” Industrial Brush Cutter very well. I hit a few rocks. The blades held up well. The quality of the steel in the blades is, apparently, very good. I should also add that the fit and finish of the brush cutter is very nice. I love the powder coated finish. You may quote me on this. Best cutter ever.
Colorado
Josh, just received a promo e mail from you and it reminded me that I had intended to give you some feedback on your 72" industrial brush cutter that we purchased. We have used it extensively this past summer and fall in heavy willow thickets along creek bottoms, grass and very tough soap weed (Yucca). The cutter is exactly as advertised and the only wear evidence is brush marks on the sides of the cutter. We use a Bobcat S630 at 6500' elevation which handles it with ease. We are very pleased with the cutter, I call it a masticator/cutter, and I am very pleased with your service at Skid Pro. Thank You!
Michigan
I have in the past used a bobcat 72" brush cutter on the TL 140 standard flow machine ( 19 gpm) that I am using to power your 72" industrial rotary cutter. I would say that your machine out preforms the bobcat 3 to 1. I have cut about 2 acres of very dense (too thick to walk thru) swamp brush most of which stands 8' tall and consists of 2" to 6" diameter soft woody plants. This is much heavier brush than anything you show in your videos. I have also cut about 3 acres of grassy fields, a walking trail thru a thick cedar and spruce forest and a hardwood forest. This machine has cut thru cedar trees 6 to 8" thick by taking my time to cut through the trunk to fell the tree and then chopping the trunk and branches to pieces. By taking my time to allow the machine to cut, the work it can do is absolutely beyond compare to the bobcat design. The direct drive hydraulic motor, heavy fly wheel and 4 blades are no doubt the secret to this machines performance. The two way motor is very convenient to unjam any obstruction and never leave your seat. The pressure relief valve keeps me in check not to over abuse the cutter. I would recommend this product to anyone with a standard flow machine.
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