DR438 Tree Spade for Skid Steers | Industrial Tree Spade

Key Features

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Skidsteer Extension Adaptor

Depending on your skidsteer model, the wheel base may be too close to the hoses when the DR438 tilts all the way back. If this is the case, the D005198 extension adaptor protects the hoses by pushing out the spade away from the wheel base.

Part Number: D005198
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Skidsteer extention for safe hose routing

Anti Slip

Non slip step pads for easy entry.

TWO ADJUSTABLE STABILIZERS STANDARD FOR DR SERIES TREE SPADES

To quickly adjust to different root ball sizes in the field, the DR series tree spades are shipped standard with two adjustable stabilizers mounted on the skidsteer plate.

JIC Fittings

Secure hydraulic conectios and easy servicing.

Sleeved Hoses

All hoses are sleeved for operator and hose protection.

Powder Coat Finish

Heavy-duty construction and a durable powder-coated finish.

Lockable Latch

Easy, hands free lockable latch makes for a stronger and sturdier frame while spading trees.

Lifting Eye

Lifting eyes for easy storage and transport.

Semi Truncated Blades

The most utilitarian blade style that provides a narrower bottom cut for the root ball. These blades also provide greater soil penetration in clay with better compression to hold sandier soils.

Universal Skidsteer Adaptor

Bolt in Tractor Loader Adaptor

Note: Not included in Price of Spade

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Wide Range of Control Options

Increase the efficiency of your tree spade operation with the Controls line of remotes from Baumalight.

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HARDENED STEEL BUSHING

Spring Bushings made from high grade chrome-vanadium AISI 6150 spring steel on all main pivot points.

Greaseable Pins

Our grease pins are zinc plated to prevent corrosion which will allow for smoother operation of the units joints over their lifetime.

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SPECIFICATIONS – COMPARISON CHART

Model
Standard mount	Universal skidsteer	Universal skidsteer	Universal skidsteer	Universal skidsteer Warning	Universal skidsteer	Universal skidsteer	Universal skidsteer	Universal skidsteer
Tree Size (Evergreen)	3"	3"	3"	4"	5"	3.5"	4"	5"
Tree Size (Hardwood)	1.5"	2.5"	2.5"	3"	4"	3"	3.5"	4"
Root Ball Diameter	24"	30"	30"	40"	50"	34"	38"	44"
Root Ball Depth	23"	29"	29"	30"	43"	23"	27"	31"
Opening (Width)	20"	23"	60"	52"	47"	10"	17"	27"
Blade Angle (Degrees)	25°	25°	25°	25°	25°	25°	25°	25°
Number of Blades	3	3	3	4	6	4	4	4
Blade Thickness	1/4" Mild Steel	3/8" Mild Steel	3/8" Mild Steel	1/4" AR400	1/4" AR400	5/16" T1	5/16" T1	5/16" T1
Slides	Steel	Steel	Steel	Steel	Steel	Nylon	Nylon	Nylon
Blade Truncation	Semi	Semi	Semi	Full	Semi	Semi	Semi	Semi
Towers Swing Hinge	No	No	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Hydraulic Flow	5-20 (GPM)	5-20 (GPM)	5-20 (GPM)	5-20 (GPM)	5-20 (GPM)	5-25 (GPM)	5-25 (GPM)	5-25 (GPM)
Hydraulic Pressure	2900-4000 (PSI)	2900-4000 (PSI)	2900-4000 (PSI)	2900-4000 (PSI)	2900-4000 (PSI)	2900-4000 (PSI)	2900-4000 (PSI)	2900-4000 (PSI)
Weight	1100	1356	1550	1934	3238	2480	2500	2950
Weight with Root Ball	1400	1865	2050	3134	5785	2865	3410	4150

Product Pricing

Control Options

With multiple choices available, the Controls line from Baumalight gives you both the power and freedom to control your tree spade. Whether you choose a fixed wired, wireless or AUX Baumalight has you covered. We also can custom connect to your existing electrical plug on your boom to connect to your build in cab controls.

Wired Control

Control all the digging and swinging actions from the seat of your carrier with hand held remote control using the power of your 12 volt plug.

Wireless Control

For the ultimate in convenience, the wireless controller option gives you the ability to move freely around the spading operation for the most precise insertion and extraction points available.

Auxiliary Electrical Connection

Baumalight now offers a more direct and simple way of connecting to your skidsteer’s auxiliary electrical connection. Simply connect the hydraulics and plug in the electrical. Now you can control the attachment from inside your cab.

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Model	For Use With	Connection Type	Required Live Pins
D003427	ST324 & ST330	AUX	Live-2
D003428	SS330	AUX	Live-3
D003429	ST440 , DR434 , DR438 & DR444	AUX	Live-5
D003449	ST650	AUX	Live-7

How it Works

Step 1

Find the new location for your tree. Position the spade at a defined direction, say North. Engage blades and scoop your hole.

Step 2

Align the spade with the tree in the same direction chosen for the hole—in this case, North.
Open blade, move forward to position tree in the center of the dig area. Engage blades until they meet.

Step 3

Lift the tree up and transport to the new hole. Note: In harder earth, the spades may cause glazing on the hole walls. Before the new tree is placed, this surface needs scuffing in order for the new roots to penetrate.

Step 4

TREE MOVING BEST PRACTICES

When to Move

Trees can be planted any time of year, watering becomes more important if moved in a dry season. Although moving trees in the spring or fall has previously been seen as the optimal time, this is only because it is typically cooler and wetter during these times. When moving a tree outside of this, simply be sure the tree is well watered for several days before hand.

Preparation

Tree

Make sure the trees are well watered 2-3 days before moving.

Mark the trees orientation so it may be transplanted in the same direction reducing the risk of sunscalding.

Secure any low hanging branches that may be damaged during transplant.

Hole

Location - find a suitable location that meets the environmental requirements of the specimen.

Create the hole in which the specimen will be relocated.

Prepare the hole based on the soil condition. If the soil has a large clay content rough up the sides for easier root penetration. If the soil is sandy add appropriate nourishment, and if the soil is dry water the hole.

Aftercare

Keep well watered to help establish roots.

Apply mechanical supports if required to help stabilize the tree for one to two years while the specimen re-establishes.

Tips

Keep your tree spade in good operating condition and wellmaintained. Sharp blades will reduce damage to root systems.

Try to replant your specimen within two hours. This will help reduce shock.

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Spade School

Position the tree spade around the tree to be moved ensuring it is resting on the ground and that the spades are spaced evenly around the tree. Failure to accurately position the spade may result in unnecessary trauma to the tree.

Depth Illustration

Dig in with each spade 3 inches down then 2 inches back until frame rests on ground. Move to the next spade working around the tree. This keeps the spades aligned with less disruption to the roots and keeps the tree straight. Keep working the spades in until they are fully extended.

Note: Frame must remain on ground or root ball size will be decreased.

When all spades are fully extended, wiggle the root ball in the hole slightly increasing the pocket sides and releasing additional root mass. Raise the unit, lifting the tree out of the hole. Depending on the extent of the root growth some manual root pruning may be required to free the tree.

Place the tree in the hole and reverse the process by raising the spades around the tree a little at a time until the tree is resting comfortably in its new home.

Depth Illustration

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