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The Werk-Brau FHX Defender Forestry Mulcher transforms standard-flow skid steers and track loaders into powerful forestry and land-clearing machines. Engineered for demanding applications, the FHX Series is ideal for heavy brush removal, property maintenance, right-of-way clearing, wildfire fuel reduction, and defensible-space management. Its high-performance cutting system handles material up to 10 inches intermittently and 6 inches continuously. The 2-inch Quadco Quad Tooth® cutter knives are rotatable to four positions for extended service life, while the Hardox 400 liner provides excellent wear resistance. A high-power timed belt system improves torque and efficiency, and the electronically balanced cutter drum delivers smooth, vibration-reduced operation. With multiple cutting widths and hydraulic-flow configurations, the FHX provides versatile performance for demanding skid steer and track loader applications.
Key Features
Heavy-Duty Forestry Mulching Designed for demanding land clearing and vegetation management, the FHX Defender handles heavy brush and trees up to 10 inches intermittently, making it suitable for challenging forestry applications.
54-Inch Cutting Width The FHX66 model provides a 54-inch cutting width with a 66-inch overall width, offering a practical configuration for compatible skid steers and track loaders.
78-Inch Cutting Width The FHX86 model delivers a 78-inch cutting width and 86-inch overall width for applications requiring broader coverage and increased productivity.
17-70 GPM Hydraulic Flow Engineered for standard-flow skid steers and track loaders, with hydraulic requirements ranging from 17 to 70 GPM, depending on model configuration.
Quadco Quad Tooth Knives Equipped with 2-inch Quadco Quad Tooth® cutter knives made from one-piece alloy steel and rotatable through four positions for extended usability.
Hardox 400 Wear Liner The Hardox 400 liner provides enhanced wear resistance and structural durability when processing demanding brush and vegetation.
High-Power Timed Belt The timed belt drive system increases cutting efficiency, power transfer, and torque while its self-aligning design helps reduce maintenance requirements.
True Shaft Technology An electronically balanced cutter drum with serviceable hubs helps provide smooth operation and reliable performance while minimizing vibration during mulching.
12.75-Inch Cutter Drum Features a robust 12.75-inch cutter drum operating at up to 2,000 RPM, with a 0.75-inch drum thickness for demanding cutting applications.
10-Inch Cutting Capacity Built to process heavy grasses, vines, brush, and trees up to 10 inches intermittently, supporting efficient vegetation and fuel-reduction work.
Adjustable Brush Bumper The adjustable brush/tree bumper helps push vegetation directly into the cutting path for improved material positioning and mulching efficiency.
Heavy-Duty Hydraulic System Designed for demanding hydraulic applications with pressure requirements up to 4,500 PSI, depending on model configuration.
Multiple Model Options Available in FHX66 and FHX86 configurations, allowing users to select a cutting width and hydraulic-flow specification suited to their compatible machine.
Standard-Flow Loader Compatible Specifically engineered for skid steers and track loaders, providing a versatile attachment solution for land clearing and property maintenance.
USA-Made Construction The FHX Defender is proudly made in the USA, combining heavy-duty construction with purpose-built forestry mulching engineering.
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 96 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.
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.
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!
TENT is easy to put up , material is tuff as told....only complaint is that i wish the bottom had about 3 to 4 inches overlap towards the inside so i could install a 2 x4 or something to help hold the tent down in high winds we have here in virginia thanks
Hi, my name is Ken. I’ve had a great experience with Ripping It Outdoors. I purchased a Forax Hp40 Mulcher for my mini excavator. Kayla Patterson is who I dealt with from the beginning until I received it at my house. She has been wonderful to work with and looking forward to working with her with any other orders I purchase. Kayla answered any questions I had and kept me updated throughout the whole process, can’t say it enough just a wonderful person to work with!!
These are great feeders if you don’t have any feral hogs but if the hogs tear off the wiring harness from the timer to the feeder motor, you’re disabled. Then, if you ask for help from Outback, they refer you to the dealer but really you’re on your own for parts and repairs.
I have three Outback feeders that work as designed. They’re 13 years old and have always served well but this feeder misses the mark by a very high margin. I’d NEVER buy this product again.
Feeders need to be dependable and this unit is not.
This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors. Fortunately I got Dillion as a representative and everything from sales to shipping was spot on..
Thanks Dillion for your help!!
The only thing is when hooking up the actuator on my ATV. The wire is long going to the plug in. What has happened in the past about this. Is their video showing the usage of the control?