{"product_id":"brush-hound-forestry-defender-mulcher-model-fx-26-cutting-width-26-machine-size-4-8-tons-for-excavators","title":"Brush-Hound Forestry Defender Mulcher | Model FX-26  | Cutting Width 26\" | Machine Size 4-8 Tons | For Excavators","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBrush-Hound Forestry Defender Mulcher | Model FX-26  | Cutting Width 26\" | Machine Size 4-8 Tons | For Excavators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1080\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RyZ1nqxe95U\" title=\"FX26 Defender Forestry Mulcher Demo\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFX26 Defender Forestry Mulcher\u003c\/strong\u003e is a well-balanced, rugged, and durable mulching head with a capacity of up to 6 inches. At just 785 pounds the FX26 packs a powerful punch in a small package that is durable, dependable and easy to maintain. As a compact forestry mulcher, it simply out-performs any other product in its class. Its size suits compact excavators well, allowing this small mulcher to be used on a large variety of applications including property maintenance, clearing a right-of-way, opening up a view or creating a defensible space in areas where wildfires are a threat. The FX26 is built to be your reliable partner year round. Cutting capacity .5-6”.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuadco QUAD TOOTH® Cutter Knives:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 knives made from 1⅝” steel alloy, designed for durability and efficiency. Easily replaceable and rotatable with four cutting positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydraulic Direct Drive System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Increases torque, power, and efficiency while reducing the need for regular maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-Inch Cutting Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Able to cut through a variety of materials including grass, vines, and small trees up to 6 inches in diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Bolt-On Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a custom-fitted bolt-on mount designed for specific excavator models, making installation easy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Excavator Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for excavators in the 8,000–16,000 lbs range, with a hydraulic flow requirement of 15–40 GPM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Maintain:\u003c\/strong\u003e With fewer moving parts and a simple knife replacement system, maintenance is straightforward and hassle-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"261\" style=\"width: 97.5624%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 24.5221%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 75.1483%;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.5221%;\"\u003eUniversal Bolt-On Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.1483%;\"\u003eEach unit includes a universal bolt-on mount, custom-fitted for specific excavator models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.5221%;\"\u003eHoses \u0026amp; 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Contact us for quotes for shipping to Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Internationally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplimentary lift gate service\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon all freight shipments where it’s possible. We guarantee safe delivery!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow shipping rates for customers\u003c\/strong\u003e. We have negotiated the best possible rates for customers from our trusted carriers (ODFL, ESTES, UPS, and FedEx).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNegotiate shipping rates \u003c\/strong\u003eif you think we can do better please reach out. Keep in mind some shipping rates also include assembly \u0026amp; configuration as well! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-videos product-section\" id=\"Videos\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Brush-Hound","offers":[{"title":"None","offer_id":44488363081907,"sku":"","price":21722.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pin Grabber Mount (Weld-On)","offer_id":44488363114675,"sku":"","price":22611.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard OEM Factory Mount","offer_id":45450306519219,"sku":null,"price":22500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blank Top Mount (Custom Fit)","offer_id":45450306551987,"sku":null,"price":22222.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pin-On Mount with Removable Pins","offer_id":45450306584755,"sku":null,"price":23388.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wain-Roy \/ TAG Style Mount","offer_id":45450306617523,"sku":null,"price":23500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/4407\/9795\/files\/brushhound-fx26-scaled.jpg?v=1762977056","url":"https:\/\/rippingitoutdoors.com\/products\/brush-hound-forestry-defender-mulcher-model-fx-26-cutting-width-26-machine-size-4-8-tons-for-excavators","provider":"Ripping It Outdoors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}