FAE SSL/MT Skid Steer Forestry Mulcher
Overview
FAE Group's SSL/MT is a fixed-tooth forestry mulcher for standard-flow skid steers, designed for land clearing in lighter vegetation conditions. Unlike their high-flow UML/SSL series, the SSL/MT works on machines with standard hydraulics, making it accessible to a broader range of skid steers. FAE is Italian-manufactured and distributed through Canadian dealers for land clearing, pipeline corridor, and right-of-way maintenance.
Canada Availability
Best for: lighter vegetation clearing, right-of-way maintenance
Compare with: Baumalight MP248 Standard-Flow Mulcher for Skid Steers · Baumalight MP248 Skid Steer Brush Mulcher · Baumalight MP260 96 Inch Mulcher
Key Facts
- Model: SSL/MT
- Type: standard-flow forestry mulcher
- Drive: standard-flow hydraulic
- Application: lighter vegetation clearing, right-of-way maintenance
- Fixed-tooth cutting system
- SSQA universal quick attach
- 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
Compatible with all skid steer brands and compact track loaders via universal SSQA quick attach. Mid-frame machines (S450–S650 class) are the most common fit.
About FAE in Canada
FAE is an Italian manufacturer of high-performance forestry and soil preparation attachments, with distribution through Canadian equipment dealers. FAE is a premium brand targeted at professional contractors — their mulchers, soil tillers, and rock crushers are built for demanding applications where production rate and durability justify the higher price point.
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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