Hook-up for Takeuchi Excavator Adjustable height Quick tyer for high production needs
Tree spades are heavy-duty digging attachments designed to excavate, lift and transplant trees and large shrubs with minimal root disturbance. Mounted on carriers like crawler loaders, skid steers, or trucks, they use overlapping blades that form a conical root ball, letting crews move mature specimens efficiently. Ideal for nurseries, landscaping, and roadside projects, tree spades come in varying diameters and depths to suit tree size and soil conditions.
Confirm the tree spade’s mounting plate matches your carrier or that an adapter is available. Check hydraulic flow and pressure requirements, machine lifting capacity, and whether the spade’s diameter/depth suits both your loader stability and the trees you’ll handle.
Use carriers experienced with heavy attachments; secure the spade to a lowbed or flatbed and protect blades. Provide accurate weight/dimensions for permits and escorts if oversized. Consider partial disassembly for long transports to reduce height and avoid damage.
Inspect and grease pivot pins, check hydraulic cylinders, hoses and seals for leaks, and tighten mounting bolts. Keep blades sharp and free of rust, replace worn cutting edges, and store under cover. Follow daily visual checks and service hydraulic components per hours of use.