




Product Description
Baumalight Fixed Tooth Mulcher | Model MX948R | Rotor Width 48" | Machine Size 6 To 20 Tons | For Excavators
DESCRIPTION
Take control of dense underbrush, thick vegetation, and stubborn tree stumps with the Baumalight MX948R Brush Mulcher a fixed-tooth forestry mulcher engineered for excavators from 12 to 30 tons. With a 48” rotor width, 70” cutting path, and 27 heavy-duty double carbide teeth, this unit transforms your excavator into a high-performance land clearing machine.
Whether you're a forestry contractor, utility crew, municipal worker, or landowner, the MX948R delivers unmatched durability and power for land reclamation, site prep, right-of-way clearing, and wildfire mitigation. Built from AR400 high-strength steel with replaceable wear plates and an optional two-speed motor, it's designed to thrive in punishing environments while minimizing downtime.
Key Features
- 48” Fixed-Tooth Rotor: Ideal for grinding trees, stumps, and thick brush with maximum control and aggression.
- 70” Cutting Path: Wide mulching swath improves efficiency and reduces job time.
- 27 Double-Tipped R9000 Teeth: Industrial-grade carbide teeth chew through hardwood and regrowth effortlessly.
- Replaceable AR400 Liner Plates: Bolt-in wear liners for extended frame life and easy maintenance.
- Adjustable Belt Tensioner: Tool-free tension adjustment using a lift-mount system no idler wheel required.
- Excavator Compatibility (12–30 Ton): Built for both tracked and wheeled excavators.
- Bent Axis Piston Motor (Standard): Delivers high torque and hydraulic efficiency.
- Case Drain with Vent-to-Atmosphere: Extends motor life by preventing seal damage from backpressure.
- Integrated Root Rake Teeth: Aggressive rake teeth dig, clear, and push with force perfect for debris and rocks.
- Chain Curtain: 3/8” thick curtain contains discharge and improves operator safety.
- 6 Spare Teeth Included: Stored onboard in a protective compartment always ready for quick changes.
- Wire Protection Kit: Prevents wire from wrapping into rotor ends and damaging internals.
- Overtorque Protection System: Relief valve protects motor and hydraulic system from pressure surges.
- Powder-Coated AR400 Steel Body: Corrosion-resistant, abrasion-tough exterior for extreme conditions.
- Hydraulic Flow Database: Quickly match to over 1,000 excavator models for optimal pairing.
Detailed Specifications
Feature | Specification |
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Model | MX948R |
Compatibility | Tracked Excavators: 12–30 TonWheeled Excavators: 15–33 Ton |
Connection Code | A03 |
Cutting Path Width | 70" |
Rotor Width | 48" |
Rotor Diameter (Tool Tips) | 18.5" |
Rotor Shaft Size | 2" |
Rotor Weight (with Teeth) | 617 lbs |
Cutting Style | Double-Tipped Carbide |
Holder Style | Fixed Tooth |
Number of Teeth | 27 (R9000) |
Cutting Depth | Level |
Motor Type | Bent Axis Piston (Optional Two-Speed Available) |
Case Drain Requirement | Critical |
Overtorque Protection | Yes – Relief Valve |
Integrated Root Rake | Yes – Replaceable Scraper Teeth |
Wire Protection Kit | Included |
Unit Weight | 2,838 lbs |
Construction Material | AR400 Steel with Replaceable Liners |
Finish | Powder Coated |
Included Extras | 6 Spare Teeth, Onboard Storage |
Comparison Chart
Feature | MX230 | MX330 |
---|---|---|
Connection Code | A02 | A02 |
Path Width | 38" | 38" |
Rotor Width | 30" | 30" |
Min Tracked Excavator Size | 2 Ton | 3 Ton |
Min Wheeled Excavator Size | 4 Ton | 5 Ton |
Max Tracked Excavator Size | 6 Ton | 8 Ton |
Max Wheeled Excavator Size | 8 Ton | 10 Ton |
Cutting Depth | Level | Level |
Holder Style | Swing | Fixed |
Cutting Style | Flail | High Speed Teeth |
Tooth Part # | F2000 | H3000 |
Number of Cutters | 22 | 36 |
Rotor Shaft Size | 1.5" | 2" |
Rotor Diameter (Tool Tips) | 17.25" | 15" |
Rotor Weight (with Tools) | 125 lbs | 175 lbs |
No. of Motors | 1 | 1 |
Case Drain | Not Important | Not Important |
Unit Weight | 500 lbs | 750 lbs |
Feature | MX530 | MX530R |
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Connection Code | A02 | A02 |
Path Width | 40" | 40" |
Rotor Width | 30" | 30" |
Min Tracked Excavator Size | 4 Ton | 4 Ton |
Min Wheeled Excavator Size | 6 Ton | 6 Ton |
Max Tracked Excavator Size | 12 Ton | 12 Ton |
Max Wheeled Excavator Size | 14 Ton | 14 Ton |
Cutting Depth | 1.5" Above to 1" Below | 1.5" Above to 1" Below |
Holder Style | Fixed | Fixed |
Cutting Style | Carbide Tipped Bolt In | Carbide Tipped Bolt In |
Tooth Part # | P5000 | P5000 |
Number of Cutters | 44 | 44 |
Rotor Shaft Size | 2" | 2" |
Rotor Diameter (Tool Tips) | 15" | 15" |
Rotor Weight (with Tools) | 300 lbs | 300 lbs |
No. of Motors | 1 | 1 |
Case Drain | See Motor Options | See Motor Options |
Unit Weight | 1036 lbs | 1166 lbs |
Feature | MX548R | MX948R |
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Connection Code | A03 | A03 |
Path Width | 62" | 70" |
Rotor Width | 48" | 48" |
Min Tracked Excavator Size | 7 Ton | 12 Ton |
Min Wheeled Excavator Size | 9 Ton | 15 Ton |
Max Tracked Excavator Size | 20 Ton | 30 Ton |
Max Wheeled Excavator Size | 22 Ton | 33 Ton |
Cutting Depth | 1.5" Above to 1" Below | Level |
Holder Style | Fixed | Fixed |
Cutting Style | Carbide Tipped Bolt In | Double Tipped Carbide |
Tooth Part # | P5000 | R9000 |
Number of Cutters | 72 | 27 |
Rotor Shaft Size | 2" | 2" |
Rotor Diameter (Tool Tips) | 15" | 18.5" |
Rotor Weight (with Tools) | 408 lbs | 617 lbs |
No. of Motors | 1 | 1 |
Case Drain | Critical | Critical |
Unit Weight | 2167 lbs | 2838 lbs |
Feature | MX960R | MX1160R |
---|---|---|
Connection Code | A03 | A03 |
Path Width | 90" | 90" |
Rotor Width | 60" | 60" |
Min Tracked Excavator Size | 18 Ton | 18 Ton |
Min Wheeled Excavator Size | 21 Ton | 21 Ton |
Max Tracked Excavator Size | 33 Ton | 33 Ton |
Max Wheeled Excavator Size | 36 Ton | 36 Ton |
Cutting Depth | Level | Level |
Holder Style | Fixed | Fixed |
Cutting Style | Double Tipped Carbide | Sharpenable Planer Teeth |
Tooth Part # | R9000 | P11000 |
Number of Cutters | 38 | 31 |
Rotor Shaft Size | 2" | 2" |
Rotor Diameter (Tool Tips) | 18.5" | 18.5" |
Rotor Weight (with Tools) | 860 lbs | 872 lbs |
No. of Motors | 1 | 1 |
Case Drain | Critical | Critical |
Unit Weight | 2910 lbs | 2925 lbs |
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