Skid steer mount tree saw question

charlespretzer · Feb 20, 2013

So, I'm looking at a tree saw with a 1/2 inch thick blade made of mild steel that turns 600 rpm . Is that a good design? Cost is $4,500,new.
The ones with high tensil steel blade 5/8 inch thick & turns 2000 rpm runs $8 K & up. Only do my own work ,no custom work.

Lazy WP · Feb 20, 2013

Get it and let me know how it works. I need one too, but really can't justify spending 8 grand on one. I do know where there is a home built one, that turns somewhere around 2000 RPMs. They want $4500 for it. Has carbide tips on the blade. If I could find somewhere to get a blade, I would build my own saw.
If you are just going to use it to trim trees, I think you would be alright, but I want to be able to trim grass and weeds out from under my electric fence also, and that involves high speed.

Anonymous-0 · Feb 20, 2013

You can get tree saws for skid steers that don't turn at all. They have a big V shape blade you go back and forth against the tree. Not sure if you want to cut tree's down or cut tree's into firewood.

Adirondack case guy · Feb 20, 2013

What is your problem with a new $250buck chainsaw?
Loren, the Acg.

Erik Ks farmer · Feb 20, 2013

I all depends on what you want to do, the slower saw with the thinner metal will cut 6-8" stuff no sweat. Not as fast but it will get the job done. That is what I have, all depends on your needs. I bought mine to clear a couple pastures and will sell it when I'm done. Loren makes a good point, my saw is no faster than cutting with my chainsaw, just saves a lot of labor.

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