Ranch Axe Tree Shear Attachment - Maxx Attachments

📘 Overview

The Ranch Axe tree shear for skid steer loaders cuts trees up to 14" or 16" in diameter at near ground level and needs only 1,850 lbs of machine operating capacity to do it — the lowest requirement in the Maxx shear line, which puts it within reach of mid-size skid steers. It is the general land-clearing shear: fence lines, pasture reclamation, lot prep, and property cleanup. The 14" models use solid cast steel shearing arms that are 60% stronger than fabricated equivalents, while 16" models step up to fabricated A572 steel arms sized for larger timber. Arm style is the choice that matters most — standard arms are built for hardwood like mesquite, oak, hedge and locust, while open-end extended arms suit softwoods like cedar. All models carry 3/4" AR400 bolt-on replaceable milled knife blades, guarded hard line for hose protection, and universal skid steer coupler hooks with standard-flow flat face couplings.

⚙ Key Features of the Ranch Axe Tree Shear

• Solid cast steel shearing arms (14" models) — 60% stronger than fabricated steel arms, in both standard and extended configurations.
• Fabricated A572 steel arms (16" model) — sized to take larger-diameter trees than the 14" can handle.
• 3/4" AR400 bolt-on replaceable milled knife — high-tensile blade that swaps out with hand tools when worn.
• Near ground-level cutting — leaves a low stump so the ground stays workable for mowing and follow-up passes.
• Standard or extended arm options — standard for hardwood, open-end extended for softwood species like cedar.
• Optional brushguard — protects the machine and operator when working into standing brush.
• Guarded hard line — improves hose protection against the abrasive conditions of clearing work.
• Universal mount coupler hooks — fits most current skid steer loaders, with standard-flow flat face couplings supplied.
• Optional 5-gallon sprayer kit — applies herbicide to the cut surface to prevent regrowth.
• Twin 5" bore shear cylinders — 3" rod, 10" stroke, rated at 4,000 PSI.

🔑 Why Buy This Tree Shear?

• Fits machines other shears cannot — a 1,850 lb operating capacity minimum means mid-size loaders can run it, not just full-size machines.
• Match the arm to your species and cut faster — standard arms grip hardwood without slipping; extended open-end arms swallow bushy cedar in one bite instead of three.
• Blades bolt out in the field — replaceable AR400 knives mean a worn edge costs an hour, not a day at the shop.
• Low stumps mean no second pass — near ground-level cutting leaves ground that can be mowed or driven without follow-up grinding.
• Stop regrowth at the cut — the optional sprayer kit treats the stump surface as you work, which matters on cedar and other species that resprout.

📊 Ranch Axe Tree Shear for Skid Steer — Specifications

📋 Ranch Axe Tree Shear Models and Options

Five configurations are available on this listing:

• 14" Standard Arm — hardwood duty, no brushguard (model 3458D9)
• 14" Extended Arm — softwood and cedar, no brushguard (model 3460D9)
• 14" Standard Arm with Brushguard — hardwood duty, guarded (model 3466D9)
• 14" Extended Arm with Brushguard — softwood duty, guarded (model 3468D9)
• 16" Standard Arm with Brushguard — largest capacity, guarded (model 7180D2)

The 16" model is offered with standard arms only — there is no 16" extended-arm configuration.

🔗 What Is a Tree Shear Used For?

• General land clearing
• Hardwood removal — mesquite, oak, hedge, locust
• Softwood and cedar clearing with extended arms
• Pasture reclamation
• Fence line and right-of-way maintenance
• Property cleanup and lot prep

🚜 Which Machines Fit the Tree Shear?

Compatible with skid steer loaders and compact track loaders equipped with a Universal Quick Attach system, including:

Compatibility is determined by mount type, not brand — confirm your machine's quick attach configuration before ordering. This attachment requires a minimum machine operating capacity of 1,850 lbs and a minimum hydraulic flow of 15 GPM. The shear cylinder is rated at 4,000 PSI. Universal mount coupler hooks and standard-flow flat face couplings are supplied.

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