Loftness Introduces Stump Grinder Attachment for Low-Flow Skid Steers, Excavators
Loftness has expanded its line of stump grinder attachments with the 24SG Stump Ax. Featuring a 24-inch cutting wheel, the new model is designed for use with low-flow skid steer loaders and excavators.
Similar to the original Stump Ax for higher flow power units, the 24SG has a rigid mount, allowing operators to work quickly by simply repositioning the power unit, rather than articulating the attachment itself. It also has an angled hitch and forward-reaching boom to provide visibility and control.
Visibility is further enhanced with Leonardi’s Phantom Wheel. This cutting wheel has cutouts, which create a see-through effect during operation. It is equipped with Tomahawk teeth, which offer some of the fastest grinding times in the industry.
Powered by a 110cc high-torque radial piston motor, the new Stump Ax is compatible with 17 to 35.9 GPM flow ranges and requires 30 to 80 hydraulic horsepower. It can be ordered with either a universal skid-steer mount or a custom excavator mount.
Loftness is an employee-owned company. It manufactures the VMLogix line of vegetation management equipment, which includes hydraulic oil coolers, the Kwik-Trim compact mechanical tree trimmer, and high-performance mulching heads for a variety of equipment, ranging from excavators, skid steer loaders and up to 375-horsepower prime movers. For more information on Loftness’ complete product line, visit www.loftness.com.
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