Balfor Circular Saw | Models SHARK 700 EXPERT Series | Blade Diameter 11.81" | 25 To 40 HP | For Tractor
DESCRIPTION
The Balfor SHARK 700 EXPERT Series is a professional high-performance log cutting and processing system designed for industrial firewood production, forestry operations, and agricultural wood processing. The series includes four advanced configurations: SHARK 700 C EXPERT (PTO tractor-driven), SHARK 700 C EXPERT Direct Drive, SHARK 700 ET EXPERT (380V electric), and SHARK 700 C EXPERT PRO.
Each model is built around a powerful 27.56-inch (700 mm) WIDIA carbide saw blade, delivering fast, accurate cutting performance with a maximum log cutting capacity of approximately 11.8 inches. The system integrates a high-efficiency 15.75-inch (40 cm) wide conveyor belt with an extendable 196.85-inch (5-meter) hydraulic discharge system, ensuring smooth and continuous material flow.
Engineered for professional use, the SHARK 700 EXPERT operates within a 25–40 HP power range (or equivalent electric/gas output), ensuring strong torque and consistent cutting efficiency. Reinforced metal paddles, roller-fed log handling, and hydraulic extension systems improve productivity while reducing manual handling.
Key Features
27.56" Industrial Saw Blade The SHARK 700 EXPERT Series features a heavy-duty 27.56-inch WIDIA carbide cutting blade designed for precision and durability. This large industrial blade ensures fast, clean cuts through hardwood and softwood logs, maintaining high efficiency during continuous production cycles while minimizing wear and maximizing long-term cutting performance.
11.8" Maximum Cutting Capacity With a maximum cutting diameter of approximately 11.8 inches, this system is optimized for professional firewood production. It delivers consistent, controlled cuts that improve processing speed and reduce material waste, making it ideal for forestry operators and commercial wood processing businesses.
196.85" Hydraulic Conveyor System The integrated conveyor extends up to 196.85 inches (5 meters) using a hydraulic extension system. This allows efficient unloading and stacking of processed logs, significantly reducing manual labor while increasing output speed and improving workflow efficiency on large-scale operations.
15.75" Wide Heavy Conveyor Belt The system includes a robust 15.75-inch (40 cm) wide conveyor belt designed for high-capacity material handling. Reinforced with industrial-grade materials and metal paddles, it ensures smooth log transport, reduces jams, and maintains stable performance under continuous heavy-duty workloads.
25–40 HP Power Compatibility Designed for optimal performance within a 25–40 HP range, the SHARK 700 EXPERT Series ensures balanced power consumption and high torque efficiency. This compatibility makes it suitable for tractors, industrial setups, and mobile firewood production systems.
Multi-Drive System Options The series offers four drive configurations: PTO tractor, direct drive, 380V electric motor. This flexibility allows operators to select the most efficient and practical power source based on job site requirements and mobility needs.
Direct Drive Efficiency Design The direct drive model reduces mechanical loss by eliminating intermediate transmission components. This results in improved energy efficiency, lower maintenance requirements, and smoother power transfer for consistent high-performance operation.
Electric 380V Industrial Model The ET EXPERT version runs on a 380V electric system (approx. 5.5 kW equivalent), delivering stable, low-noise, and emission-free operation. It is ideal for stationary industrial environments requiring continuous and reliable log processing.
Heavy-Duty Roller Feeding System Equipped with industrial-grade rollers, the feeding system ensures smooth and controlled log movement into the cutting zone. This reduces operator strain, increases safety, and improves cutting accuracy during high-speed production.
Reinforced Metal Paddle Conveyor The conveyor includes heavy-duty metal paddles that enhance grip and durability. These components are engineered to withstand constant impact, heavy loads, and abrasive wood materials without deformation or performance loss.
16-Ton Hydraulic Splitting Option The optional PRO system includes a powerful 16-ton hydraulic log splitter with interchangeable 2/4-way and 6-way wedges. It supports logs up to 21.65 inches (55 cm), enabling full-cycle processing from cutting to splitting in one machine.
Compact Transport Design Despite its industrial capacity, the system features a foldable conveyor and compact frame structure. With transport dimensions of approximately 92.52" × 47.24" × 47.24", it is easy to move between job sites while maintaining full operational capability.
Advanced Safety Control System The machine includes dual-hand safety controls and emergency stop systems, ensuring controlled operation during cutting cycles. These features enhance operator protection and reduce risk during continuous industrial use.
Detailed Specifications
Specification
SHARK 700 C EXPERT (PTO)
SHARK 700 C Direct Drive
Brand
Balfor
Balfor
Blade Diameter
27.56"
27.56"
Max Cutting Capacity
11.8"
11.8"
Power Source
PTO
PTO Direct Drive
Power Requirement
25–40 HP
25–40 HP
Conveyor Width
15.75"
15.75"
Conveyor Length
196.85"
196.85"
Hydraulic Extensions
3-stage
3-stage
Machine Dimensions (L×W×H)
92.52" × 47.24" × 47.24"
92.52" × 47.24" × 47.24"
Max Log Length (Splitter)
21.65"
21.65"
Splitter Force (PRO option)
16 ton
16 ton
Feeding System
Roller feed
Roller feed
Transport Design
Foldable conveyor
Foldable conveyor
Conveyor Material
Metal paddles
Metal paddles
Application
Forestry / Firewood
Forestry / Firewood
Specification
SHARK 700 ET EXPERT (Electric)
SHARK 700 C EXPERT PRO
Brand
Balfor
Balfor
Blade Diameter
27.56"
27.56"
Max Cutting Capacity
11.8"
11.8"
Power Source
380V Electric
Gas Engine
Power Requirement
~5.5 kW equivalent
~6 HP engine
Conveyor Width
15.75"
15.75"
Conveyor Length
196.85"
196.85"
Hydraulic Extensions
3-stage
3-stage
Machine Dimensions (L×W×H)
92.52" × 47.24" × 47.24"
92.52" × 47.24" × 55.12"
Max Log Length (Splitter)
21.65"
21.65"
Splitter Force (PRO option)
16 ton
16 ton
Feeding System
Roller feed
Roller feed
Transport Design
Foldable conveyor
Foldable conveyor
Conveyor Material
Metal paddles
Metal paddles
Application
Industrial Firewood
Mobile Forestry
Manuals & Documents
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 106 reviews.
I've started using the mulcher I on several parcels of land 10 acres . I have grind down a couple of 14 inch stumps. Caution the mount bracket behind the mulcher motor exhaust gets extremely hot even with gloves on . But the unit so far seems to works very good it's well put together.
The Firminator G3 is s heavy duty quality machine. The discs worked extremely well and planting and culti-packing is very smooth and easy. Working with Dillon at Ripping It Outdoors was a very good experience and seamless transaction.
The week before leaving for my mule deer hunt in Wyoming, I seeded the area surrounding the new runway at Wertheimer Airport in Norman.
This past Tuesday, I returned to finish the job and was pleased to see that the seed I planted just two weeks earlier was already germinating and coming up nicely.
These pictures show the freshly seeded areas alongside those planted two weeks ago. It’s a great comparison and a good example of what proper seedbed preparation and planting can accomplish.
I used my Ferminator G-3, which is one impressive piece of equipment. It prepares the seedbed, plants the seed, smooths the soil, and firms everything up for good seed-to-soil contact—all in one efficient operation.
I’ve owned and operated several no-till drills over the years, but I can say without hesitation that the Ferminator is the most efficient and versatile seeding machine I’ve ever owned.
There’s something pretty satisfying about returning to a job and seeing those first green shoots coming through the ground. That’s when you know your hard work is paying off!
Just got my Buffalo Turbine! Love it. Took a little bit to get used to getting the right angle for the nozzle, but not a problem. Side note, works much better if the frame is level as much as possible.
Love it!
Gary Haddock
Seems to be in order delivery wasn't able to use lift gate but tractor was able to take pallet off the truck bed. No damage to machine after visual check. won't know how it runs until rain stops.
Staff at RippingitOutdoors was very quick to call and double check the type of backet needed for the unit to ensure the online order matched( to fit my skid steer quick attachment on my l2501 Kubota). Explained the teeth & belt could be ordered through them directly over the phone when/if needed as well as selling other types of custom made brackets for Utv's ect. All around Great customer service and would purchase from again.
After spending way to much money for forest mulching services I discovered this wonderful machine. It's not a giant powerhouse forest mulcher, but it does everything a property owner needs to maintain a forested property. I wish I would have found it sooner.
The Firminator is well built and functions well. I am having some trouble while planting mixed size seeds. Next time out I’ll try setting it so only the smaller seeds drop out the open it up for the larger seeds.
easy buying process and great communication. Mulcher works great, easily clears overgrown brush and even mulched a 5" thick mulberry tree fairly easily. running it off of my old 331 bobcat with no problem powering the drum at all. Only small issue which isn't a big deal is that the supplied hoses are about 16" too short to operate a full range of motion.
Over all built well. I like it is all cast iron and metal and not plastic. Had to modify fertilizer disc mount to fit correctly, nothing major, a little grinding. I modified the center link hitch point to accommodate my John Deere quick hitch. Have yet to plant with it but I’m sure it will work perfect. Love the grease fittings everywhere. Reminds me of the old farm equipment I grew up on, and still use periodically.
My firminator RT was delivered in good condition in ND. I will be using it next week. I have a 45 HP John Deere tractor that is supposed to lift 2000 lb but really struggles to lift this 6 foot firminator RT. I will just have to use in as a two pass operation for now.
I do wish there was a better operating manual for this unit. Maybe that is something you can work on.
I will give you an update once I start using it in a few days.
Great piece of equipment. Performs far better than I expected. One piece of advice - if property is significantly overgrown, consider the tractor attachment first to bring down the over growth and then switch to the UTV attachment to maintain property. No complaints worked perfectly.
seeds come out way to fast at lowest setting when planting alfalfa literally the only reason I bought it now I can't even use it and I can't return it so I'm stuck with it for the price you pay you would think it would work!
It’s built solid. It handles Field grass hip high pretty well. With the maintaining the field grass after the first cut, the pasture field is starting to look like a lawn. The 84 inch with the best thing to get for 8 acres. It’s best to order belts for back up in the event if the belts were to break. But overall, I like the product quality is good.
When I think of ripping it outdoors something else comes to mind, but I digress. This spreader is awesome. Works like a champ. The hopper is big enough to do my 1 acre lot for my applications. Just load once and go. I would highly recommend this spreader. It saves a ton of time and is a quality product.
Put this on Kubota 900 with winch hookup. This thing is a beast (within reason). I named it ‘Homie”, cause Homie don’t play. It will take care of stuff up to about 2” in diameter. You still have to remember that this is NOT like the ones on a bobcat or larger machinery. It does have its limits. But all in all I am very satisfied with it. Now on to the good part! The staff at Ripping It are outstanding! Especially Kayla in the office. She has gone above and beyond on making sure everything went right, from ordering to questions about installation. This young lady would be of great value at ANY company ! Her knowledge and personality are like over the top. This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors and I can only say positive things about them. With all that being said, I do fill out reviews on things I buy, AND I give a honest review. If it’s bad then you will know it. But if it’s good, well I tell the truth ! Again Kayla, from the bottom of my heart, a great big THANK YOU for all your help and just talking to you. I feel like we’ve know each other for years!