HLA 96-Inch Brush Cutter for Large Skid Steers
Overview
The HLA 96-inch Brush Cutter is a high-flow hydraulic skid steer brush cutter for large-frame machines handling acreage clearing, fence-line maintenance, and right-of-way work. High-flow auxiliary hydraulics required. Ontario-manufactured by Horst Welding, built for demanding Canadian field conditions. Available direct from HLA Attachments — one of Canada's only domestic skid steer attachment manufacturers, shipping nationwide with Ontario parts and service support.
Canada Availability
Best for: high-production clearing, rights-of-way
Compare with: Blue Diamond 84 Inch Skid Steer Brush Cutter · Bobcat 84-Inch Rotary Cutter for Skid Steers · Bobcat 96-Inch Rotary Cutter for Skid Steers
Key Facts
- Working width: 96 inches
- Type: hydraulic brush cutter
- Drive: high-flow hydraulic
- Application: high-production clearing, rights-of-way
- Mount: universal SSQA
- Weight: 800–2675 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: 25–35 GPM
Is This Right For You?
Buy if
- Your skid steer runs 25+ GPM high-flow hydraulics and you need maximum cutting power for heavy brush
- You're land clearing or maintaining overgrown acreage where standard-flow cutters bog down
- ROI matters — a high-flow cutter clears more per hour than a standard model on the right machine
Skip if
- Your machine doesn't have high-flow — you'll get no performance benefit and may damage fittings
- You're doing light grass cutting — standard flow is sufficient and the attachment costs less
Also consider
- Standard rotary cutter if your machine doesn't have high-flow auxiliary
- Brush mulcher/forestry mulcher if you need to process material over 4 inches diameter
Wide attachment — verify your machine's rated operating capacity (ROC) before ordering. Best suited to large-frame machines (S750+ class or equivalent CTL).
About HLA in Canada
HLA Attachments is an Ontario-based manufacturer that designs and builds attachments in Waterloo, ON, with a dealer network spanning all provinces. Backed by a Canadian warranty and local parts availability, HLA is one of the most trusted names on Canadian job sites.
Care & Maintenance
- Inspect blade tips or flail hammers for wear after each use — dull cutting edges increase engine load and reduce cut quality significantly
- Check all blade bolts for proper torque before every use — loose blades on a high-RPM rotary cutter are a serious safety hazard
- Grease deck spindle bearings after every 8 hours of operation — spindle bearing failure is the most common and expensive rotary cutter repair
- Check the belt drive or hydraulic motor for overheating signs (excessive heat, smell) after extended cutting sessions in dense material
- Remove wrapped material (wire, twine, root) from around the rotor shaft after every use — wrapped material cuts through shaft seals and causes bearing contamination
How to Connect
- Attach rotary cutter frame using Bob-Tach
- Connect hydraulic couplers for motor
- Test blade rotation direction before cutting
- Keep 50m+ clear of bystanders — blade tip speed is extremely high
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.
Find a Dealer Near You →Complete the job — you might also need:
More from HLA
HLA 3230 Snow Wing Blade 8 to 13-Foot Skid Steer
Standard FlowHLA's 3230 Snow Wing is a hydraulic wing snow blade that expands from 8 to 13 feet wide...
View product → HLA 3230 Snow Wing Blade 9 to 14-Foot Skid Steer
Standard FlowThe HLA 3230 Snow Wing in the 9-to-14-foot size class is suitable for larger skid steers...
View product →
HLA 72-Inch 4-in-1 Grapple Bucket
Standard FlowHLA's 4-in-1 grapple bucket combines a general-purpose bucket with a hydraulic clamshell...
View product → HLA 84-Inch 4-in-1 Grapple Bucket
Standard FlowHLA's 84-inch 4-in-1 grapple bucket is the larger size in their grapple bucket line,...
View product →✓ Last checked: March 2026