MS972 Heavy Duty Fixed Tooth Mulcher for Skidsteer

The MS972 Baumalight brush mulcher is much like our MS960 only wider featuring a 72” rotor and 84” path width.
It has the same teeth and like the MS960 also has replaceable wear plates and a very short frame which brings the weight closer to the skidsteer allowing very productive mulching with a smaller track machine or wheeled skidsteer.
Operating a Brush Mulcher from a skid steer is probably the most comfortable way for vegetation management as your work is directly in front of you and new skidsteers are very operator comfort focused.
See our brush cutting size chart to see what limb size this heavy duty skidsteer mounted forestry mulcher can handle.

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SOLD BY EQUIPMENT DEALERS

All Baumalight products are sold through our network of equipment dealers. For you, this means better product support, after-sales service, maintenance and product warranty from your local, trusted dealership Click here to find a local dealer.

An exception is that we sell directly to Equipment Rental Stores of most sizes. Click here for more info.

Local Support
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SERVICE AND INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS & RIGHT TO REPAIR

Baumalight offers customers a series of helpful service & instructional videos and supports the right to repair. These videos show you how to perform your own trouble shooting and repairs which can save you a lot of down time because many things can be fixed on the spot by end users. Also, after the warranty period is over, a lot of money can be saved if you can do things yourself following simple instructions on trouble shooting, maintenance and repairs.

CLICK THE VIDEO TO LEARN MORE

Service And Instructional Videos

REPLACEABLE BOLT-IN LINER

Save time by easily replacing the AR400 steel wear plates on the MS972 without needing to remove the rotor.

Replaceable bolt in wear plates

Integrated push bar

When push comes to shove, the integrated push bar helps control

Integrated push bar

Directional felling hook

Built into the pusher bar, the directional felling hook will directionally control wayward trees, sprawling clumps and low hanging limbs.

Directional felling hook

ADJUSTABLE SKID SHOES

Adjustable skid shoes allow the operator to adjust the cutting height for optimal clearing performance.

Adjustable skid shoes

ROLL BACK TO FELL STANDING TREES

The MS972’s frame is angled so that you can roll back the Brushy Mulcher, pulling back the pusher bar so that you can fully engage the mulching head. This allows the operator to use the mulching head to fell standing trees.

ROLL BACK TO FELL STANDING TREES

SPRING LOADED HOSE SUPPORT

Take full advantage of the forward curl and roll back of the MS972 without risking expensive damage to the hoses. Unique to the Baumalight Brush Mulcher, the spring loaded hose support prevents the hoses from falling into harm’s way during forward curl.

Spring loaded hose support

CURVED HOSE BRACKET

The new curved host bracket provides better support of the hose while reducing the risk of pinching or chafing.

Curved hose bracket

ARMOURED AND SLEEVED

Baumalight hoses are sleeved for the operator and hose protection. A pivoting arm is also standard with a greasable pin keeping the slack out of the way which protects the hoses from dangerous pinching and strain.

Armoured and sleeved

CENTERED ADJUSTABLE HOSE SUPPORT

To accomodate for different skidsteers that have the couplers on different sides, the MS972's hose support is positioned close to the centre of the mulching head and has an adjustable hose.

Centered adjustable hose support

ADJUSTABLE BELT TENSIONER

The adjustable belt tensioner ensures the proper tension of your belts, with no extra idler wheel that could wear out. Simply loosen the bolts and raise the motor mount to tighten the belt.

Adjustable belt tensioner

OPTIONAL TWO-SPEED MOTOR

To maximize the rotor speed and torque to account for changing mulching material, the MS972 is available with a variable two-speed motor option.

BENT AXIS PISTON MOTORS ARE A STANDARD OPTION

Our industry leading bent axis piston motors make the most use of your hydraulic flow and pressure for your brush clearing needs.

Bent axis piston motor

PRESSURE GUAGE

Large PSI pressure guage for maintaining the optimal flow that gives you a clear indication of the most efficient brush mulching performance.

Pressure guage

CASE DRAIN – VENT TO ATMOSPHERE

To prevent pressure relief activation on the motor seal, the MS972 comes with a case drain line and a vent to atmosphere relief valve. In the event there is a spike in pressure in your hydraulic lines, the case drain will relieve the pressure and drain it back into the return line and back to the tank. If the connection of the case drain (third line) is missed or if the line is blocked, then the case drain will vent to notify you. A properly installed case drain protected by a vent to atmosphere relief valve will save the work of replacing your shaft seal and save you from down time of unexpected maintenance. To learn more CLICK HERE about the case drain line.

Case drain burst disk

Wire Protection Kit

If you are mulching and you catch some old fence wire, it can really cause damage to the unit if the wire slips over the edge of the rotor and gets wrapped around the shaft. The wire can get bunched against the bearings, causing major damage. Our wire protection kit contains a welded raised area on the end of the rotor that protects the shaft and prevents wire from getting in.

Wire protection kit

Chain Curtain

The rear of the unit is guarded by a 3/8” thick chain curtain so standing brush enters and mulched debris exits.

Chain curtain

heavy duty frame

Now completely redesigned for the 900 series Brush Mulcher, the heavy duty steel frame is constructed with T1 alloy tool steel sheet metal.

Heavy duty frame

HEAVY DUTY SKIDSTEER PLATE

Also redesigned for the 900 Series Brush Mulcher, the skidsteer plate is constructed with heavy duty steel with lots of gusseting and reinforcements.

Heavy duty skidsteer plate

Powdered Coated

Our powder coat finish is much tougher than conventional paint to stand up to the rigors of mulching and helps prevent rusting.

Powdered coated

STEP GRIP IN FRAME

The powder coated frame has multiple anti-slip pads and laser cut steps, giving the operator a secure footing for easy entry and exit from the cab.

Step grip in frame

6 FREE TEETH

All MS972 Brush Mulchers come with a free set of 6 replacement teeth. These replacement teeth can be convenienty stored in the enclosed spare tool compartment.

6 FREE TEETH

ENHANCED operator VISIBILITY

The improved design of the MS972 mulcher head now allows the operator better visibility to the area you are mulching.

Enhanced operator visibility

IMPROVED WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

To improve the weight management of the Brush Mulcher, the MS972 is now designed with the rotor closer to the carrier. This unique design feature allows for smaller carriers to be able to manage a larger mulcher.

Improved weight management

EASY ACCESS GREASE FITTINGS

Reduce your regular maintenance time by easily greasing the bearings on the MS972 from outside the frame. No tools required.

Easy access grease fittings

SOLD BY EQUIPMENT DEALERS

All Baumalight products are sold through our network of equipment dealers. For you, this means better product support, after-sales service, maintenance and product warranty from your local, trusted dealership Click here to find a local dealer.

An exception is that we sell directly to Equipment Rental Stores of most sizes. Click here for more info.

Local Support
Top 55% Bottom 45%

SERVICE AND INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS & RIGHT TO REPAIR

Baumalight offers customers a series of helpful service & instructional videos and supports the right to repair. These videos show you how to perform your own trouble shooting and repairs which can save you a lot of down time because many things can be fixed on the spot by end users. Also, after the warranty period is over, a lot of money can be saved if you can do things yourself following simple instructions on trouble shooting, maintenance and repairs.

CLICK THE VIDEO TO LEARN MORE

Service And Instructional Videos

REPLACEABLE BOLT-IN LINER

Save time by easily replacing the AR400 steel wear plates on the MS972 without needing to remove the rotor.

Replaceable bolt in wear plates

Integrated push bar

When push comes to shove, the integrated push bar helps control

Integrated push bar

Directional felling hook

Built into the pusher bar, the directional felling hook will directionally control wayward trees, sprawling clumps and low hanging limbs.

Directional felling hook

ADJUSTABLE SKID SHOES

Adjustable skid shoes allow the operator to adjust the cutting height for optimal clearing performance.

Adjustable skid shoes

ROLL BACK TO FELL STANDING TREES

The MS972’s frame is angled so that you can roll back the Brushy Mulcher, pulling back the pusher bar so that you can fully engage the mulching head. This allows the operator to use the mulching head to fell standing trees.

ROLL BACK TO FELL STANDING TREES

SPRING LOADED HOSE SUPPORT

Take full advantage of the forward curl and roll back of the MS972 without risking expensive damage to the hoses. Unique to the Baumalight Brush Mulcher, the spring loaded hose support prevents the hoses from falling into harm’s way during forward curl.

Spring loaded hose support

CURVED HOSE BRACKET

The new curved host bracket provides better support of the hose while reducing the risk of pinching or chafing.

Curved hose bracket

ARMOURED AND SLEEVED

Baumalight hoses are sleeved for the operator and hose protection. A pivoting arm is also standard with a greasable pin keeping the slack out of the way which protects the hoses from dangerous pinching and strain.

Armoured and sleeved

CENTERED ADJUSTABLE HOSE SUPPORT

To accomodate for different skidsteers that have the couplers on different sides, the MS972's hose support is positioned close to the centre of the mulching head and has an adjustable hose.

Centered adjustable hose support

ADJUSTABLE BELT TENSIONER

The adjustable belt tensioner ensures the proper tension of your belts, with no extra idler wheel that could wear out. Simply loosen the bolts and raise the motor mount to tighten the belt.

Adjustable belt tensioner

OPTIONAL TWO-SPEED MOTOR

To maximize the rotor speed and torque to account for changing mulching material, the MS972 is available with a variable two-speed motor option.

BENT AXIS PISTON MOTORS ARE A STANDARD OPTION

Our industry leading bent axis piston motors make the most use of your hydraulic flow and pressure for your brush clearing needs.

Bent axis piston motor

PRESSURE GUAGE

Large PSI pressure guage for maintaining the optimal flow that gives you a clear indication of the most efficient brush mulching performance.

Pressure guage

CASE DRAIN – VENT TO ATMOSPHERE

To prevent pressure relief activation on the motor seal, the MS972 comes with a case drain line and a vent to atmosphere relief valve. In the event there is a spike in pressure in your hydraulic lines, the case drain will relieve the pressure and drain it back into the return line and back to the tank. If the connection of the case drain (third line) is missed or if the line is blocked, then the case drain will vent to notify you. A properly installed case drain protected by a vent to atmosphere relief valve will save the work of replacing your shaft seal and save you from down time of unexpected maintenance. To learn more CLICK HERE about the case drain line.

Case drain burst disk

Wire Protection Kit

If you are mulching and you catch some old fence wire, it can really cause damage to the unit if the wire slips over the edge of the rotor and gets wrapped around the shaft. The wire can get bunched against the bearings, causing major damage. Our wire protection kit contains a welded raised area on the end of the rotor that protects the shaft and prevents wire from getting in.

Wire protection kit

Chain Curtain

The rear of the unit is guarded by a 3/8” thick chain curtain so standing brush enters and mulched debris exits.

Chain curtain

heavy duty frame

Now completely redesigned for the 900 series Brush Mulcher, the heavy duty steel frame is constructed with T1 alloy tool steel sheet metal.

Heavy duty frame

HEAVY DUTY SKIDSTEER PLATE

Also redesigned for the 900 Series Brush Mulcher, the skidsteer plate is constructed with heavy duty steel with lots of gusseting and reinforcements.

Heavy duty skidsteer plate

Powdered Coated

Our powder coat finish is much tougher than conventional paint to stand up to the rigors of mulching and helps prevent rusting.

Powdered coated

STEP GRIP IN FRAME

The powder coated frame has multiple anti-slip pads and laser cut steps, giving the operator a secure footing for easy entry and exit from the cab.

Step grip in frame

6 FREE TEETH

All MS972 Brush Mulchers come with a free set of 6 replacement teeth. These replacement teeth can be convenienty stored in the enclosed spare tool compartment.

6 FREE TEETH

ENHANCED operator VISIBILITY

The improved design of the MS972 mulcher head now allows the operator better visibility to the area you are mulching.

Enhanced operator visibility

IMPROVED WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

To improve the weight management of the Brush Mulcher, the MS972 is now designed with the rotor closer to the carrier. This unique design feature allows for smaller carriers to be able to manage a larger mulcher.

Improved weight management

EASY ACCESS GREASE FITTINGS

Reduce your regular maintenance time by easily greasing the bearings on the MS972 from outside the frame. No tools required.

Easy access grease fittings

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Model No. MS348 MS548 MS560 MS572 MS960 MS972 MS1160
Path Width 60" 62" 75" 87" 75" 84" 75"
Rotor Width 48" 48" 60" 72" 60" 72" 60"
Minimum carrier weight 3,000 4,000 5,500 6,000 7,000 7,500 7,000
Cutting Depth Level 1.5" Above to 1" Below Grade 1.5" Above to 1" Below Grade 1.5" Above to 1" Below Grade 1.5" Above to 2" Below Grade 1.5" Above to 2" Below Grade 1.125" Above to 2.375" Below Grade
Holder Style Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed
Tool Style High Speed Teeth Carbide Tipped Bolt In Carbide Tipped Bolt In Carbide Tipped Bolt In Double Tipped Double Tipped Sharpenable Planer
Tooth Part number H3000 P5000 P5000 P5000 R9000 R9000 P11000
Number of cutters 60 72 92 112 38 43 31
Rotor Diameter (tool tips) 15" 15" 15" 15" 18.5" 18.5" 19.3"
Rotor Weight (with tools) 230 lbs 480 lbs 575 lbs 700 lbs 860 lbs 1,105 lbs 860 lbs
Case Drain Not important See motor options Critical Critical Critical Critical Critical
Hydraulic Couplers Included Not Included Not Included Not Included Not Included Not Included Not Included
Unit Shipping Weight 950 lbs 1491 lbs 2115 lbs 2266 lbs 2975 lbs 3115 lbs 2800 lbs

Model No. MS348 MS548 MS560 MS572 MS960 MS972 MS1160
Path Width 60" 62" 75" 87" 75" 84" 75"
Rotor Width 48" 48" 60" 72" 60" 72" 60"
Minimum carrier weight 3,000 4,000 5,500 6,000 7,000 7,500 7,000
Cutting Depth Level 1.5" Above to 1" Below Grade 1.5" Above to 1" Below Grade 1.5" Above to 1" Below Grade 1.5" Above to 2" Below Grade 1.5" Above to 2" Below Grade 1.125" Above to 2.375" Below Grade
Holder Style Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed
Tool Style High Speed Teeth Carbide Tipped Bolt In Carbide Tipped Bolt In Carbide Tipped Bolt In Double Tipped Double Tipped Sharpenable Planer
Tooth Part number H3000 P5000 P5000 P5000 R9000 R9000 P11000
Number of cutters 60 72 92 112 38 43 31
Rotor Diameter (tool tips) 15" 15" 15" 15" 18.5" 18.5" 19.3"
Rotor Weight (with tools) 230 lbs 480 lbs 575 lbs 700 lbs 860 lbs 1,105 lbs 860 lbs
Case Drain Not important See motor options Critical Critical Critical Critical Critical
Hydraulic Couplers Included Not Included Not Included Not Included Not Included Not Included Not Included
Unit Shipping Weight 950 lbs 1491 lbs 2115 lbs 2266 lbs 2975 lbs 3115 lbs 2800 lbs

MAXIMUM BRUSH CUTTING SIZES

(Brush Diameter in Inches)

900 Series

MOTOR PSI CASE DRAIN 20
GPM
25
GPM
30
GPM
35
GPM
40
GPM
45
GPM
50
GPM
55
GPM
60
GPM
65
GPM
70
GPM
75
GPM
RPM 1450 1800 2100
C930
Bent Axis Piston
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical 3.5"
4"
4.5"
5.5"
4.5"
5"
5.5"
6"
5.5"
6"
6.5"
7"
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--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
RPM 1500 1800 2100
C940
Bent Axis Piston
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical --
--
--
--
4.25"
4.75"
5.25"
5.75"
6.25"
6.5"
6.75"
7"
6.5"
7"
7.5"
8"
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--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
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--
--
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--
--
--
--
--
--
--
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--
RPM 1600 1875 2140
C950
Bent Axis Piston
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical --
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
5.5"
6"
6.5"
6.75"
7"
7.5"
8"
8.5"
7.5"
8"
8.5"
9"
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--
--
--
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--
--
--
--
--
--
RPM 1400 1630 1830 2030
C970
Bent Axis Piston
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical --
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
5.5"
6"
7.5"
8"
6"
6.5"
7"
7.5"
7.5"
8"
8.5"
9"
8"
8.5"
9"
9.5"
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--
--
--
--
RPM Adjustable
D97X2
Two speed
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical 4.25"
5"
5.5"
6.75"
5.5"
6.25"
6.75"
7.5"
7.75"
8"
8.5"
8.75"
8.75"
9.25"
10"
10.5"
9.25"
10"
10.5"
11.25"
10.25"
11"
11.5"
12.25"
11.25"
12"
12.5"
13.25"
12.25"
13"
13.5"
14.25"
13.25"
14"
14.5"
15.25"
14.25"
15"
15.5"
16.25"
15.25"
16"
16.5"
17.25"
16.25"
17"
17.5"
18.25"

Learn More About Case Drains

Learn More About Motor Types

Double brush size for “stop and chew” cutting for skidsteer models ONLY
NOTICE: Max GPM value must NEVER be exceeded on roller-vane motors or failure will occur, Piston motors run much faster before failure will occur
NOTICE: Above GPM values are under load flow estimates

1100 Series

MOTOR PSI CASE DRAIN 20
GPM
25
GPM
30
GPM
35
GPM
40
GPM
45
GPM
50
GPM
55
GPM
60
GPM
65
GPM
70
GPM
75
GPM
RPM 1450 1800 2100
C1130
Bent Axis Piston
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical 4.5"
5"
5.5"
6.5"
5.5"
6"
6.5"
7"
6.5"
7"
7.5"
8"
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RPM 1500 1800 2100
C1140
Bent Axis Piston
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical --
--
--
--
6.25"
6.75"
7.25"
7.75"
8.25"
8.5"
8.75"
9"
8.5"
9"
9.5"
10"
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RPM 1600 1875 2140
C1150
Bent Axis Piston
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical --
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
8.5"
9"
9.5"
9.75"
10"
10.5"
11"
11.5"
10.5"
11"
11.5"
12"
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--
RPM 1400 1630 1830 2030
C1170
Bent Axis Piston
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical --
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
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--
9.5"
10"
11.5"
12"
10"
10.5"
11"
11.5"
11.5"
12"
12.5"
13"
12"
12.5"
13"
13.5"
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RPM 1400 1570 1750 1900
C1190
Bent Axis Piston
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical --
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
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10"
10.5"
11"
11.5"
12.5"
13"
13.5"
14.5"
14"
14.5"
15"
15.5"
14.5"
15"
15.5"
16.5"
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RPM Adjustable
D117X2
Two speed
2500
3000
3500
4000
Critical 5.5"
6.25"
6.75"
8"
7.75"
8.25"
9"
9.5"
10.5"
11.25"
11.5"
12"
12.5"
13"
13.5"
14.25"
13"
13.75"
14.25"
15"
14.25"
15"
15.5"
16.25"
15.5"
16.25"
16.75"
18"
17.5"
18"
18.75"
19.25"
18"
18.75"
19.25"
20.5"
19"
19.75"
20.25"
21.5"
20"
20.75"
21.25"
22.5"
21"
21.75"
22.25"
23.5"

Learn More About Case Drains

Learn More About Motor Types

Double brush size for “stop and chew” cutting for skidsteer models ONLY
NOTICE: Max GPM value must NEVER be exceeded on roller-vane motors or failure will occur, Piston motors run much faster before failure will occur
NOTICE: Above GPM values are under load flow estimates

UNDERSTANDING MOTOR TYPES

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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT HYDRAULIC MOTOR FOR YOUR BRUSH MULCHER

The most important part of choosing the right Brush Mulcher is pairing the correct motor option to your equipment. Choosing the right style of motor will make a huge difference in your performance and mulching capability. Watch our motor options video where we explain how to use our charts to determine which motor is right for you. Then click the link below to learn more about our 3 types of motors.

THREE TYPES OF MOTORS

Roller-vane gerotor motors

ROLLER-VANE GEROTOR MOTORS

Bent axis piston motors

BENT AXIS PISTON MOTORS

Hydraulic Flow & Pressure Hydraulic Flow & Pressure