





Product Description
Paladin Tree Spade | Root Ball 32"–44" | Cutting Angle 25° | 31" Digging Depth | 10 GPM | For Skid-Steer Loaders
DESCRIPTION
The Paladin Model 4425 Tree Spade is a robust transplanting tool designed for skid-steer loaders working in landscaping, nursery, and urban forestry environments. Built to cleanly extract and preserve root balls ranging from 32" to 44", this unit facilitates tree relocation, replacement, and basket-ready prep with minimal disruption to surrounding terrain. With options for three blade profiles (15°, 25°, and 30° cone series), and equipped with a standard joystick control, operators enjoy precision and simplicity when operating the hydraulic valve system. Overlapping blades ensure clean root cuts, and adjustable legs maintain consistent ball depth across varied soil conditions. Compatible with machines delivering 10 GPM hydraulic flow at 2250 PSI, this CE-certified spade delivers reliable results for seasoned professionals and landscape contractors alike.
Key Features
- Blade Configuration Options: Choose between three specialized profiles—15° truncated with undercutter for deeper extraction, 25° modified truncated for balanced root ball shaping, and 30° cone model for aggressive soil penetration and compact ball formation.
- Root Ball Range: Transplants trees with 32" to 44" ball sizes.
- Clean Root Cutting: Overlapping blades for smooth root separation.
- Adjustable Legs: Control digging depth to match species and soil.
- Hydraulic Joystick Control: Standard electric controller operates spade hydraulics.
- Wide Gate Design: 33" opening to easily engage tree trunks.
- Compact Transport Mode: Blade folding and low profile enables easy hauling.
- CE Certified Option Available: Conforms to European safety and operational standards.
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Machine Compatibility: Built for standard flow SSLs rated at 10 GPM.
Detailed Specifications
Specification | Value |
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Part Number | 4425 |
Model Name | Tree Spade |
Manufacturer | Paladin |
Machine Type | Skid-Steer Loader |
Industry | Construction / Landscaping |
Cutting Angle | 25° |
Digging Depth | 31" |
Frame Height | 22.5" |
Overall Height (Blades Open) | 64.5" |
Overall Height (Blades Closed) | 69" |
Shipping Height (Blades Removed) | 38" |
Overall Width (Gate Open) | 107" |
Overall Transport Width | 56.3" |
Overall Length (Gate Open) | 68" |
Transport Length (Gate Closed) | 69.5" |
Maximum Gate Opening | 33" |
Blade Count | 4 |
Ball Diameter Range | 32"–44" |
Tree Diameter (Trunk Caliper) | 3"–4.5" |
Ball Weight | 1200–1500 lbs |
Attachment Weight (With Blades) | 1875 lbs |
Hydraulic Flow Requirement | 10 GPM |
Minimum Operating Pressure | 2250 PSI |
Certification Option | CE Certified |
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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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