Skid Pro 72-Inch Flail Mower for Skid Steers
Overview
Skid Pro's 72-inch flail mower is a mid-size hydraulic flail attachment for skid steers on municipal right-of-way maintenance, orchard floor management, and commercial vegetation control. The 72-inch width covers typical ditch and roadside vegetation widths in a single pass. Hinged flails shred material without projectile throw. Available through Skid Pro's Canadian distributors.
Canada Availability
Best for: municipal right-of-way, orchards, commercial vegetation
Compare with: Baumalight FM260 Skid Steer Flail Mower · Baumalight FM272 72-Inch Flail Mower for Skid Steers · Berlon 60 Inch Skid Steer Flail Mower
Key Facts
- Working width: 72 inches
- Type: hydraulic flail mower
- Application: municipal right-of-way, orchards, commercial vegetation
- Drive: hydraulic motor
- Mount: universal skid steer quick attach (SSQA)
- Weight: 700–1800 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: 15–25 GPM
Is This Right For You?
Buy if
- You mow ditches, roadsides, pastures, or acreage where contained discharge matters — flails don't throw rocks
- Golf courses, parks, municipal rights-of-way, or any site where flying debris risk is a concern
- You want a mulching cut rather than a raw-discharge mow — flails produce finer material
Skip if
- Pure production speed is your goal and debris risk is low — a rotary cutter covers more ground per hour
- Heavy brush over 3 inches is your main vegetation — a brush cutter or mulcher handles that range better
Also consider
- Rotary cutter for faster coverage on low-risk open land
- Brush mulcher for heavy overgrowth and woody vegetation
Compatible with all skid steer brands and compact track loaders via universal SSQA quick attach. Mid to large-frame machines (S450–S750 class) are the best fit for this width.
About Skid Pro in Canada
Skid Pro manufactures attachments in the USA and has a strong Canadian distribution footprint. Their catalog covers most common attachment types with a focus on durability and value for everyday contractor use.
Care & Maintenance
- Inspect all flail hammers before every use — broken or missing hammers unbalance the rotor; a single missing hammer at high RPM creates destructive vibration
- Replace flail hammers in matched sets to maintain rotor balance — even one missing hammer causes vibration that damages drive motor bearings
- Grease rotor shaft bearing housings after every 8 hours of cutting
- Remove wrapped wire, twine, and root material from around the rotor shaft after every session — wrapped material cuts through shaft seals and causes bearing contamination
- Check the hydraulic motor case drain line for leakage after extended work in thick material — a restricted drain causes shaft seal failure and catastrophic motor damage
How to Connect
- Attach frame using Bob-Tach
- Connect high-flow hydraulic couplers
- Run rotor at idle for 20 seconds before engaging full speed
- Test stall protection if equipped
Ready to Buy in Canada?
Pricing varies by region and dealer stock levels change seasonally. For current availability and a real quote, contact a local dealer.
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