Bobcat Forestry Mulcher for Skid Steers
Overview
Bobcat's forestry mulcher uses a high-speed drum with carbide-tipped hammers to shred trees, shrubs, and brush in place. Eliminates hauling debris and leaves a mulched bed that suppresses weeds. Requires high-flow hydraulics and is rated for trees up to approximately 4 inches diameter. Used on Canadian pipeline corridors, powerline rights-of-way, and rural acreage clearing. Available through Bobcat dealers.
Canada Availability
Best for: land clearing, pipeline corridors, powerlines
Compare with: Baumalight MP248 Standard-Flow Mulcher for Skid Steers · Baumalight MP248 Skid Steer Brush Mulcher · Baumalight MP260 96 Inch Mulcher
Key Facts
- Type: forestry drum mulcher
- Drive: high-flow hydraulic
- Rated capacity: trees to approx. 4 inches diameter
- Application: land clearing, pipeline corridors, powerlines
- Mount: Bobcat Bob-Tach
- Weight: 1200–3500 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: 25–45 GPM (high-flow)
Is This Right For You?
Buy if
- You're processing brush, saplings, and slash in place — drum mulchers handle mixed material up to 6 inches
- Land clearing, pipeline corridor prep, or right-of-way maintenance where material stays on site
- Your machine has the high-flow hydraulics required — drum mulchers typically need 25-35+ GPM
Skip if
- Your skid steer is standard-flow — most drum mulchers require high-flow to run efficiently
- Tree diameter exceeds 8 inches regularly — a dedicated forestry mulcher or felling head handles larger material
Also consider
- Forestry mulcher for heavier timber and larger diameter material
- Rotary cutter or brush cutter if material size is consistently under 3 inches
Designed for Bobcat machines but mounts to any skid steer or CTL with a universal SSQA quick-attach plate.
About Bobcat in Canada
Bobcat is one of the most recognized skid steer brands in Canada, with a dealer presence in every province. Their OEM attachments are engineered specifically for Bobcat machines but use universal SSQA mounts for cross-brand compatibility.
Care & Maintenance
- Inspect carbide hammers or teeth before every use — missing or broken hammers unbalance the rotor and can cause catastrophic motor damage at high RPM
- Replace worn teeth in matched sets across the rotor — even one missing hammer creates vibration destructive enough to damage drive motor bearings
- Grease rotor shaft bearing housings every 4–8 hours of operation, or more frequently in dusty or abrasive conditions
- Clean packed fibrous material from the housing interior and rotor after every session — buildup adds asymmetric weight and creates rotor imbalance
- Check the hydraulic motor case drain line monthly for leakage — a restricted or failed case drain causes motor shaft seal failure and internal leakage
How to Connect
- Attach mulcher head using Bob-Tach
- Connect high-flow hydraulic couplers
- Verify rotor direction — debris should eject downward, not toward operator
- Run at idle for 30 seconds before engaging rotor at working speed
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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