Express Steel 6' John Deere Rake | Width 72" | 25-55 HP | For Tractors
DESCRIPTION
Transform your land with ease using the Express Steel 72" John Deere Rake the ultimate solution for precision landscaping, soil preparation, and surface leveling. Whether you're a property owner tackling backyard improvements or a contractor managing large scale grading projects, this American-made rake is built to deliver unmatched durability and performance in the toughest soil and gravel conditions.
Compatible with John Deere Quick Attach systems, this 72-inch landscape rake is ideal for tractors, UTVs, and ATVs in the 25–55 HP range. It features 58 welded-on AR400 steel teeth, a rugged frame, and superior build quality using premium US steel all painted in signature John Deere green for a professional finish.
From smoothing seed beds to breaking up compacted dirt, the Express Steel 72" rake is your go-to attachment for clean, consistent results with every pass. Built tough for real-world use, it handles everything from residential landscaping to demanding commercial jobs.
Key Features
Heavy-Duty Construction Built from 2x2” structural tubing and 1/4" thick steel for long-term durability
58 AR400 Steel Teeth Welded-on for maximum strength and consistent soil penetration
72-Inch Working Width Covers large areas quickly while delivering smooth, even results
Quick Attach Compatibility Designed for John Deere QA systems for fast, secure hook-up
Ideal for Tractors, ATVs & UTVs Works seamlessly with 25–55 horsepower machines
Perfect for Gravel, Dirt & Seed Beds Smooths, levels, and loosens various terrain types
Precision Land Leveling Excellent for creating clean, flat surfaces before seeding or construction
Breaks Up Compacted Soil Ideal for rejuvenating old lawns or preparing garden beds
USA-Made Quality 100% manufactured in the United States using premium American steel
Corrosion-Resistant Finish Painted John Deere green for a clean look and weather resistance
Low-Maintenance Design Welded teeth and solid frame reduce the need for frequent servicing
Commercial-Grade Durability Built to withstand daily use in farm, landscaping, and rental fleets
Fast Ground Prep Efficiently preps land for sod, seed, or gravel fill with fewer passes
Residential or Commercial Use Perfect for contractors, landscapers, and large property owners
Ready for Freight Delivery Ships securely on a pallet; forklift or loading equipment recommended
Detailed Specifications
Specification
Details
Brand
Express Steel
Model
ES81072
Attachment Type
Landscape Rake
Mount Compatibility
John Deere Quick Attach (QA)
Width
72 inches
Hydraulic / Horsepower
25–55 HP (Tractor, UTV, ATV Compatible)
Teeth
58 Welded-on AR400 Hardened Steel Teeth
Frame Construction
2" x 2" Square Tubing, 1/4" Thick
Gussets
3/16” Formed Steel
Weight
500 lbs
Dimensions (LxWxH)
72" x 60" x 30"
Finish
John Deere Green Powder Coat
Made In
United States
Use Case
Landscaping, Soil Prep, Grading, Leveling
Shipping Format
Ships on Pallet (LTL Freight)
Unload Requirement
Forklift or Equipment Required
Manuals & Documents
General Warranty Info:
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The majority of products come with a manufacturer represented warranty against manufacturing defects for at least a 12 month period after the date of sale.
Expendable components and "wear parts" including but not limited to blades, knives, teeth, oil, chain sprockets, skid shoes, knife mounting discs, and similar components are usually excluded from manufacturer warranties.
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 107 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.