Baumalight Fixed Tooth Mulcher | Model MX948R | Rotor Width 48" | Machine Size 6-20 Tons | For Excavators

Product Description

Baumalight Fixed Tooth Mulcher | Model MX948R | Rotor Width 48" | Machine Size 6-20 Tons | For Excavators

DESCRIPTION

Take control of dense underbrush, thick vegetation, and stubborn tree stumps with the Baumalight MX948R Brush Mulcher a fixed-tooth forestry mulcher engineered for excavators from 12 to 30 tons. With a 48” rotor width, 70” cutting path, and 27 heavy-duty double carbide teeth, this unit transforms your excavator into a high-performance land clearing machine.

Whether you're a forestry contractor, utility crew, municipal worker, or landowner, the MX948R delivers unmatched durability and power for land reclamation, site prep, right-of-way clearing, and wildfire mitigation. Built from AR400 high-strength steel with replaceable wear plates and an optional two-speed motor, it's designed to thrive in punishing environments while minimizing downtime.

Key Features

• 48” Fixed-Tooth Rotor: Ideal for grinding trees, stumps, and thick brush with maximum control and aggression.
• 70” Cutting Path: Wide mulching swath improves efficiency and reduces job time.
• 27 Double-Tipped R9000 Teeth: Industrial-grade carbide teeth chew through hardwood and regrowth effortlessly.
• Replaceable AR400 Liner Plates: Bolt-in wear liners for extended frame life and easy maintenance.
• Adjustable Belt Tensioner: Tool-free tension adjustment using a lift-mount system no idler wheel required.
• Excavator Compatibility (12–30 Ton): Built for both tracked and wheeled excavators.
• Bent Axis Piston Motor (Standard): Delivers high torque and hydraulic efficiency.
• Case Drain with Vent-to-Atmosphere: Extends motor life by preventing seal damage from backpressure.
• Integrated Root Rake Teeth: Aggressive rake teeth dig, clear, and push with force perfect for debris and rocks.
• Chain Curtain: 3/8” thick curtain contains discharge and improves operator safety.
• 6 Spare Teeth Included: Stored onboard in a protective compartment always ready for quick changes.
• Wire Protection Kit: Prevents wire from wrapping into rotor ends and damaging internals.
• Overtorque Protection System: Relief valve protects motor and hydraulic system from pressure surges.
• Powder-Coated AR400 Steel Body: Corrosion-resistant, abrasion-tough exterior for extreme conditions.
• Hydraulic Flow Database: Quickly match to over 1,000 excavator models for optimal pairing.

Detailed Specifications

Feature Specification Model MX948R Compatibility Tracked Excavators: 12–30 TonWheeled Excavators: 15–33 Ton Connection Code A03 Cutting Path Width 70" Rotor Width 48" Rotor Diameter (Tool Tips) 18.5" Rotor Shaft Size 2" Rotor Weight (with Teeth) 617 lbs Cutting Style Double-Tipped Carbide Holder Style Fixed Tooth Number of Teeth 27 (R9000) Cutting Depth Level Motor Type Bent Axis Piston (Optional Two-Speed Available) Case Drain Requirement Critical Overtorque Protection Yes – Relief Valve Integrated Root Rake Yes – Replaceable Scraper Teeth Wire Protection Kit Included Unit Weight 2,838 lbs Construction Material AR400 Steel with Replaceable Liners Finish Powder Coated Included Extras 6 Spare Teeth, Onboard Storage

 

Comparison Chart

Feature MX230 MX330 Connection Code A02 A02 Path Width 38" 38" Rotor Width 30" 30" Min Tracked Excavator Size 2 Ton 3 Ton Min Wheeled Excavator Size 4 Ton 5 Ton Max Tracked Excavator Size 6 Ton 8 Ton Max Wheeled Excavator Size 8 Ton 10 Ton Cutting Depth Level Level Holder Style Swing Fixed Cutting Style Flail High Speed Teeth Tooth Part # F2000 H3000 Number of Cutters 22 36 Rotor Shaft Size 1.5" 2" Rotor Diameter (Tool Tips) 17.25" 15" Rotor Weight (with Tools) 125 lbs 175 lbs No. of Motors 1 1 Case Drain Not Important Not Important Unit Weight 500 lbs 750 lbs

 

Feature MX530 MX530R Connection Code A02 A02 Path Width 40" 40" Rotor Width 30" 30" Min Tracked Excavator Size 4 Ton 4 Ton Min Wheeled Excavator Size 6 Ton 6 Ton Max Tracked Excavator Size 12 Ton 12 Ton Max Wheeled Excavator Size 14 Ton 14 Ton Cutting Depth 1.5" Above to 1" Below 1.5" Above to 1" Below Holder Style Fixed Fixed Cutting Style Carbide Tipped Bolt In Carbide Tipped Bolt In Tooth Part # P5000 P5000 Number of Cutters 44 44 Rotor Shaft Size 2" 2" Rotor Diameter (Tool Tips) 15" 15" Rotor Weight (with Tools) 300 lbs 300 lbs No. of Motors 1 1 Case Drain See Motor Options See Motor Options Unit Weight 1036 lbs 1166 lbs

 

Feature MX548R MX948R Connection Code A03 A03 Path Width 62" 70" Rotor Width 48" 48" Min Tracked Excavator Size 7 Ton 12 Ton Min Wheeled Excavator Size 9 Ton 15 Ton Max Tracked Excavator Size 20 Ton 30 Ton Max Wheeled Excavator Size 22 Ton 33 Ton Cutting Depth 1.5" Above to 1" Below Level Holder Style Fixed Fixed Cutting Style Carbide Tipped Bolt In Double Tipped Carbide Tooth Part # P5000 R9000 Number of Cutters 72 27 Rotor Shaft Size 2" 2" Rotor Diameter (Tool Tips) 15" 18.5" Rotor Weight (with Tools) 408 lbs 617 lbs No. of Motors 1 1 Case Drain Critical Critical Unit Weight 2167 lbs 2838 lbs

 

Feature MX960R MX1160R Connection Code A03 A03 Path Width 90" 90" Rotor Width 60" 60" Min Tracked Excavator Size 18 Ton 18 Ton Min Wheeled Excavator Size 21 Ton 21 Ton Max Tracked Excavator Size 33 Ton 33 Ton Max Wheeled Excavator Size 36 Ton 36 Ton Cutting Depth Level Level Holder Style Fixed Fixed Cutting Style Double Tipped Carbide Sharpenable Planer Teeth Tooth Part # R9000 P11000 Number of Cutters 38 31 Rotor Shaft Size 2" 2" Rotor Diameter (Tool Tips) 18.5" 18.5" Rotor Weight (with Tools) 860 lbs 872 lbs No. of Motors 1 1 Case Drain Critical Critical Unit Weight 2910 lbs 2925 lbs

 

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