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Description
Paladin / FFC built
Bi-directional drum
Universal skid steer plate
Overview
The FFC Preparator is a soil conditioner attachment that tills, grooms and clears in one pass — a bi-directional drum works soil up to 2.5" deep while collecting rocks from 1" to 20" in diameter. Two working widths: the 66" LAF3566-0022 at 1,445 lbs with 300 inside teeth and 0.38 yd³ struck capacity, and the 76" LAF3576-0022 at 1,565 lbs with 340 inside teeth and 0.46 yd³. Both need 10–25 GPM at 2,000–3,500 PSI on a machine under 9,000 lbs lift capacity.
Key Features of the FFC Preparator Soil Conditioner
- Bi-directional drum tills up to 2.5" deep, so it works soil in either travel direction rather than only on the pull.
- Picks up rocks 1" to 20" in diameter — a far wider range than a rake, which is what lets it clear ground a landscape rake would leave.
- Follows ground contour while picking up rocks and debris, so undulating ground is levelled rather than skimmed.
- Tills and fluffs as it grooms, producing a seedbed rather than just a flat surface.
- 300 or 340 inside teeth depending on width, plus 10 outside teeth on both.
- Includes 104" hoses with ½" quick disconnects, ready to plumb to the auxiliary circuit.
Why a Soil Conditioner Attachment for Skid Steer Site Prep
- Eliminates the need for extra machines. Tilling, levelling and rock removal normally take separate passes with separate tools.
- Seedbed in one pass. Because it fluffs while it grooms, it works as a seedbed preparation attachment in its own right rather than needing a finishing tool behind it.
- Handles what a rake cannot. Rocks up to 20" are outside the range of most collecting rakes — this is the tool for genuinely rough ground.
- Two widths on the same hydraulic requirement. Anyone choosing a skid steer soil conditioner attachment is trading coverage against machine size, not against flow.
FFC Preparator Specifications
| Specification | 66" — LAF3566-0022 | 76" — LAF3576-0022 |
|---|---|---|
| Working width | 66 in | 76 in |
| Overall width | 74 in | 84 in |
| Weight | 1,445 lbs | 1,565 lbs |
| Struck capacity | 0.38 yd³ | 0.46 yd³ |
| Teeth (inside) | 300 | 340 |
| Teeth (outside) | 10 | 10 |
| Hydraulic flow | 10 – 25 GPM | 10 – 25 GPM |
| Operating pressure | 2,000 – 3,500 PSI | 2,000 – 3,500 PSI |
| Tilling depth | Up to 2.5 in | Up to 2.5 in |
| Rock size collected | 1 – 20 in | 1 – 20 in |
66" or 76" — Which Preparator Width?
Both widths run the same 10–25 GPM circuit and the same machine limits, so this is a coverage decision. The 66" unit has an overall width of 74" and carries 300 inside teeth; the 76" unit is 84" overall with 340 teeth and 21% more struck capacity. On residential lots the narrower unit is easier to work between obstacles; on open ground the wider one covers more per pass for 120 lbs more attachment weight.
Preparator or AutoRake — Which Tool Does Your Ground Need?
We stock both, and they are not interchangeable. The FFC AutoRake is a collecting rake: it grooms the surface and picks up debris from ¾" to 6" into a hopper. The Preparator is a powered soil conditioner: a driven drum tills 2.5" deep and lifts rock up to 20" while levelling. On ground already near grade the AutoRake finishes faster. On rough, compacted or stony ground the Preparator does work the AutoRake cannot, and many crews run the Preparator first and the AutoRake behind it for final clean-up.
Which Machines Fit the FFC Preparator?
This soil conditioner skid steer attachment mounts on a universal skid steer plate, so fitment is determined by hydraulics and machine size rather than by brand.
| Machine requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Auxiliary hydraulic flow | 10 – 25 GPM |
| Operating pressure | 2,000 – 3,500 PSI |
| Loader lift capacity | Under 9,000 lbs |
| Machine operating weight | Under 11,000 lbs |
| Mount | Universal skid steer plate |
All replacement hydraulic hoses and fittings must have a minimum rated working pressure of 4,000 PSI. Confirm your quick attach configuration and available auxiliary flow before ordering — if you are unsure, contact eskidsteer.com at (866) 757-8337.
Preparator Questions, Answered
What does a soil conditioner attachment actually do?
The FFC Preparator tills soil up to 2.5" deep with a bi-directional drum, levels and grooms the surface, and collects rocks from 1" to 20" in diameter — all in the same pass, producing a seedbed ready for planting. It replaces a separate tiller, rake and rock picker.
Can it be used as a soil conditioner attachment for garden prep?
Yes. Tilling to 2.5 inches while removing rock from 1 to 20 inches is exactly what garden and bed preparation needs, and the drum leaves a fluffed surface rather than a compacted one.
Is this the same as a general soil preparation attachment?
The Preparator is a powered soil preparation attachment — the difference from a passive box or drag tool is the driven bi-directional drum, which tills to depth and lifts rock instead of pushing it along.
How deep does the Preparator till?
The bi-directional drum tills up to 2.5 inches deep.
What size rocks will it pick up?
The Preparator collects rocks from 1 inch to 20 inches in diameter, a considerably wider range than a collecting landscape rake.
How much hydraulic flow does the Preparator need?
It requires 10 to 25 GPM at 2,000 to 3,500 PSI. It ships with 104" hoses and ½" quick disconnects.
Will the Preparator fit my skid steer?
It mounts on a universal skid steer plate and suits machines with a loader lift capacity under 9,000 lbs and an operating weight under 11,000 lbs.
What is the difference between the 66" and 76" Preparator?
The 66" LAF3566-0022 weighs 1,445 lbs with 300 inside teeth and 0.38 yd³ struck capacity. The 76" LAF3576-0022 weighs 1,565 lbs with 340 inside teeth and 0.46 yd³. Both use the same hydraulic circuit.
Is a soil conditioner the same as a landscape rake?
No. A landscape rake grooms and collects surface debris; a soil conditioner attachment for skid steer use also tills to depth with a powered drum and handles far larger rock, up to 20 inches.
Do I need a bobcat soil conditioner attachment specifically?
No. The Preparator uses a universal skid steer mounting plate, so it fits Bobcat and other makes with a standard quick attach — what matters is flow, pressure and lift capacity.
How is shipping calculated?
Shipping is calculated at checkout — simply add the item to your cart, enter your delivery address, and the shipping charge will be displayed before you complete your order.
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