Skid Steer Attachments Canada
Catalog — Stump Grinders

Stump Grinders for Skid Steers in Canada

Browse 48 skid steer stump grinder attachments available in Canada — for acreage cleanup, land clearing, and tree removal from Baumalight, Bobcat, TMG Industrial, Virnig, and HLA.

Buyer fit check before you compare models

Product records checked through March 2026

Listings on this page are representative model snapshots, not a guarantee that every size or option fits your skid steer. Before you buy, verify the exact machine fit, hydraulic flow, attachment weight, and coupler setup for the model you plan to order.

  • Check rated operating capacity and tipping limits with the attachment installed, not just the bare machine spec.
  • Confirm coupler compatibility plus any case drain, electrical plug, or return-line requirement before ordering.
  • Confirm the exact tool style, tooth/chain setup, and hydraulic flow your material and machine actually require.
Open any product page for source links and that model's individual last-checked date.

Buyer's Guide — Stump Grinders

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Stump grinders use carbide-tipped cutterheads to grind stumps 6–12 inches below grade, eliminating root mass without excavation. With 48 models from Baumalight, Bobcat, TMG Industrial, Virnig, and HLA, they're the right tool for acreage cleanup, tree service operations, and post-clearing land prep where stumps would otherwise need to be excavated and hauled. Nearly all skid steer stump grinders are high-flow attachments requiring 15–35 GPM. The cutterhead width determines production rate — wider heads cover more surface per pass. Tooth replacement cost is a real ongoing expense for high-volume operations and should factor into the purchase decision.

Sizing Guide

Match the cutterhead width to your most common stump diameter. A 12–16-inch cutterhead handles average residential tree stumps in fewer passes. Wider 18–24-inch heads are for high-production commercial or land clearing work where stump diameter and volume are high. Consider that you're always making multiple side passes per stump — the cutterhead width determines how many.

Hydraulic Flow

Most skid steer stump grinders require 15–35 GPM high-flow hydraulics. This is not a standard-flow attachment. A machine without high-flow or with high-flow disabled will either stall constantly or deliver severely degraded performance. Confirm your machine's high-flow output before purchasing.

Brands in Canada

Baumalight (BC-based, ships direct across Canada, excellent after-sales support, best for direct purchase), Bobcat (dealer service, well-integrated with Bobcat machines), TMG Industrial (light-duty, fine for occasional residential use), Virnig (heavy-duty construction), HLA (Canadian availability, solid mid-tier). For regular commercial use, Baumalight is the most accessible Canadian brand with direct support.

Most Common Mistake

Ignoring tooth replacement cost. High-volume stump grinding chews through carbide teeth — a single day of production grinding can consume $100–300 in replacement teeth. Factor replacement tooth cost and availability into the purchase decision, not just the upfront price.

Stump grinders use carbide-tipped cutterheads to grind stumps 6–12 inches below grade, eliminating root mass without excavation — 48 models from Baumalight, Bobcat, TMG Industrial, Virnig, and HLA. Most are high-flow attachments requiring 15–35 GPM; cutterhead width determines how many passes you need per stump, and tooth replacement cost is a real consideration for high-volume work. Baumalight ships direct across Canada; Bobcat and John Deere models come through established dealer networks.

Is this right for your machine?

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Flow Requirement
High flow required (15-35 GPM)
Typical Weight
600-1,400 lbs
Min ROC
1,750 lbs
Standard-flow machines cannot run stump grinders at usable capacity.
Where to startMatch the cutterhead width and GPM requirement to your machine — most skid steer stump grinders require 15–35 GPM high-flow hydraulics for full performance.
How to choose
  • Grinding occasional stumps on your property? → A compact or mid-frame stump grinder rental is often smarter than buying.
  • Grinding stumps regularly as a service? → An ownership model makes sense; look for a depth of at least 12 inches below grade.
  • Working in hardwood (maple, oak)? → Choose a model rated for hardwood with replaceable carbide teeth.
  • Can you cut the stump near grade before grinding? → This significantly reduces grinding time and wear.
Off-Season — Good availability before the spring arborist rush.
BrandModelWidthWeightFlowCanadian Source
Baumalight Baumalight S12 Stump Grinder for Skid Steers — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Baumalight
Baumalight Baumalight S18 Skid Steer Stump Grinder 10 — — Baumalight
Baumalight Baumalight S24 Skid Steer Stump Grinder — — 10-40 GPM Baumalight
Baumalight Baumalight S28 Skid Steer Stump Grinder — — 10-40 GPM Baumalight
Baumalight Baumalight SG530 Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Baumalight
Baumalight Baumalight SG560 Stump Grinder for Large Skid Steers — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Baumalight
Berlon Berlon Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Blue Diamond Attachments Blue Diamond Large Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Blue Diamond Blue Diamond Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Bobcat Bobcat High-Flow Stump Grinder for Skid Steers — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Bobcat
Bobcat Bobcat SG60 Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Bobcat
Bobcat Bobcat SG84 Large Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Bobcat
Bobcat Bobcat Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Bobcat
Bradco Bradco Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Case CE Case Large Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Case CE Case Skid Steer Stump Grinder Attachment — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Cat Cat Work Tools Large Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Cat Cat Work Tools Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Erskine Attachments Erskine Attachments Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Fecon Fecon STUMPEX Skid Steer Stump Grinder — — 20 GPM Manufacturer
Gehl Gehl Compact Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Gehl Gehl Large Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Gehl Gehl Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
HLA Attachments HLA Compact Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM HLA
HLA HLA Heavy-Duty Stump Grinder for Skid Steers — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM HLA
HLA HLA Stump Grinder with Hydraulic Side-Shift for Skid Steers — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM HLA
HLA HLA Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM HLA
IronBull IronBull Heavy Duty Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
IronBull IronBull Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
JCB JCB Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
John Deere John Deere SG72B Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Brandt
Kubota Kubota Large Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Kubota Kubota Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
New Holland New Holland Large Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
New Holland New Holland Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Paladin Attachments Paladin Attachments Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Skid Pro Skid-Pro Heavy Duty Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Skid Pro
Skid Pro Skid Pro Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Skid Pro
TMG Industrial TMG-SSG25 24-Inch Skid Steer Stump Grinder 24 2000 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
TMG Industrial TMG Industrial SSG35 Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
TMG Industrial TMG Industrial SSG50 Heavy Duty Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
TMG Industrial TMG Industrial SSG60 Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Virnig Virnig Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Virnig Virnig V50 Skid Steer Stump Grinder — — — Virnig (CA ship)
Virnig Virnig V60 Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Werk-Brau Werk-Brau Compact Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Werk-Brau Werk-Brau Heavy Duty Skid Steer Stump Grinder — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer
Werk-Brau Werk-Brau Stump Grinder for Skid Steers — 2500 lbs 18–35 GPM Manufacturer

Stump Grinders — 48 Products

Baumalight6 models
Baumalight S12 stump grinder
BaumalightPremium
18–35 GPM

Baumalight S12 Stump Grinder for Skid Steers

High Flow

Baumalight's S12 is a compact stump grinder for skid steers, designed for grinding smaller tree stumps down to below grade. Ontario-manufactured with...

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Baumalight S18 Skid Steer Stump Grinder
BaumalightPremium
10 in

Baumalight S18 Skid Steer Stump Grinder

High Flow

The Baumalight S18 is a skid steer stump grinder made in Canada for machines from 25 to 80 horsepower. It grinds stumps to 10 inches below the surface...

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Baumalight S24 Stump Blaster Skid Steer Stump Grinder
BaumalightPremium
10-40 GPM

Baumalight S24 Skid Steer Stump Grinder

High Flow

Baumalight's S24 Stump Blaster is a mid-size skid steer stump grinder featuring a swing cylinder for smoother stump grinding action across uneven...

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Baumalight S28 Stump Blaster Skid Steer Stump Grinder
BaumalightPremium
10-40 GPM

Baumalight S28 Skid Steer Stump Grinder

High Flow

Baumalight's S28 Stump Blaster is their largest skid steer stump grinder model, designed for tree stump grinding service businesses working large...

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Baumalight SG530 Skid Steer Stump Grinder
BaumalightPremium
18–35 GPM

Baumalight SG530 Skid Steer Stump Grinder

High Flow

Baumalight's SG530 skid steer stump grinder is Canadian-manufactured in Aylmer, Ontario, and designed for grinding stumps efficiently on acreages and...

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Baumalight SG560 Skid Steer Stump Grinder
BaumalightPremium
18–35 GPM

Baumalight SG560 Stump Grinder for Large Skid Steers

High Flow

The Baumalight SG560 Stump Grinder for Large Skid Steers grinds stumps below grade on Canadian acreages, yards, and construction sites, eliminating...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do stump grinders require high-flow hydraulics?
Yes — virtually all skid steer stump grinders require high-flow hydraulics (15–35 GPM). This is not a standard-flow attachment. A machine without high-flow enabled will either stall constantly or produce severely degraded performance. High-flow is sometimes a factory option that must be activated at the dealer — confirm your machine's actual enabled high-flow output before purchasing.
Should I cut the stump before grinding?
Yes, always — cut the stump as close to ground level as safely possible before starting the grinder. Each inch of stump height above grade means multiple additional side passes to grind down. For a 24-inch diameter stump, cutting it from 18 inches above grade down to 2 inches can cut your grinding time by 40–60%. Use a chainsaw to cut flush before bringing in the grinder.
How far below grade can a stump grinder reach?
Most skid steer stump grinders grind 6–12 inches below grade. For residential use (lawn installation, sod over the area), 8 inches below grade is typically sufficient — the root material decomposes over time. For construction footings or areas that will be paved, you may need to excavate the remaining root mass rather than rely on grinding alone.
Are stump grinders available in Canada?
Yes. Baumalight is BC-based and ships direct across Canada with excellent after-sales support — the most accessible Canadian direct-purchase option. Bobcat stump grinders come through their dealer network. TMG Industrial offers a light-duty budget option. Virnig ships across Canada. For regular commercial use, Baumalight's direct support model makes them the Canadian go-to.
Can I grind hardwood stumps (maple, oak, birch)?
Yes — stump grinders are designed to handle hardwood. The key is having fresh, sharp carbide teeth. Dull teeth on hardwood dramatically increase grinding time and drive motor load. If you're grinding hardwood regularly, budget for more frequent tooth replacement than with softwood. Birch and maple are common across Canada and well within the range of mid-duty carbide cutterheads.
Stump grinder vs excavation — which is faster?
For stumps under 30 inches in diameter and in accessible locations, grinding is almost always faster, cheaper, and causes less site disturbance than excavation. Excavation is better when you need to remove the entire root mass (for foundations or deep drainage), the stump is in an area where surface disturbance doesn't matter, or the stump is already exposed deep enough to excavate without major digging.
How do I maintain stump grinder carbide teeth?
Inspect carbide tooth torque before every use — loose teeth eject at high RPM and damage the cutterhead housing. Replace teeth in pairs (matching sides) to maintain cutterhead balance. Grease cutterhead drive spindle bearings after every 4 hours of operation. Clean chips and soil from the motor ventilation after every use. Inspect hydraulic motor fittings for leaks after hard-material grinding — vibration loosens fittings over time.

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