Baumalight Tree Spade Dual Hinged 6 Blade | Model ST650 | 50" Root Ball Diameters | 5 - 20 GPM | For Skid Steers

Product Description

Baumalight Tree Spade Dual Hinged 6 Blade | Model ST650 | 50" Root Ball Diameters | 5 - 20 GPM | For Skid Steers

Description

The Baumalight ST650 Tree Spade is engineered for professionals and serious landowners who demand power, precision, and plant survival. With its dual-hinged 6-blade design, the ST650 forms a perfect 50" root ball and dives 43" deep into the soil—making it ideal for transplanting trees up to 5" in diameter with minimal branch or root damage.

Built for skid steers, telehandlers, tractors, and wheel loaders, this tree spade is your go-to attachment for landscaping, nursery work, property development, or reforestation. Whether you're running a commercial operation or enhancing your own land, the ST650’s rugged construction and intelligent design deliver unmatched transplant success and long-term reliability.

Key Features

• Dual-Hinged Frame Design Hugs the tree for precision spading and protects lower branches during the dig.
• 6 Hardened Semi-Truncated Blades Cleanly cut 50" root balls while penetrating clay or sandy soils with ease.
• Universal Skid Steer Mount Compatible with most skid steers for seamless hookup and operation.
• Heavy-Duty AR400 Steel Construction Built to survive rugged jobsites, seasons, and heavy workloads.
• Hydraulic Flow Range 5–20 GPM Compatible with a wide range of skid steers and hydraulic systems.
• Transplants Trees Up to 5" Diameter Suitable for evergreens and hardwoods, perfect for reforestation or nursery use.
• Multiple Control Options Choose from electric, wireless, manual, or AUX hydraulic controls to match your equipment.
• Powder-Coated Finish Provides corrosion resistance for extended durability in harsh environments.
• Greaseable Zinc-Plated Pins Reduced wear and smoother movement for a longer equipment lifespan.
• Cylinders Push for Maximum Efficiency Optimized cylinder design boosts force for cleaner, quicker digging.
• Semi-Truncated Blades Excellent soil compression in sandy conditions and penetration in compact clay.
• Sleeved Hydraulic Hoses Extra protection for longevity and reduced downtime.
• Heavy-Duty JIC Fittings Secure hydraulic connections and easier maintenance.
• Integrated Lifting Eye Simplifies storage, lifting, and transportation.
• Optional Stabilizers and Outriggers Available Customize your setup for root ball sizes and equipment balance.

Detailed Specifications

Specification Details Brand Baumalight Model ST650 Root Ball Diameter 50 inches Root Ball Depth 43 inches Tree Size (Evergreen) Up to 5 inches Tree Size (Hardwood) Up to 4 inches Hydraulic Flow Required 5 20 GPM Hydraulic Pressure 2,900 4,000 PSI Number of Blades 6 (Dual-Hinged) Blade Style Semi-Truncated, AR400 Steel Blade Angle 25° Mount Type Universal Skid Steer Adapter Weight (Unit Only) 3,288 lbs Weight (With Root Ball) 5,785 lbs Control Options Available Electric, Manual, Wireless, AUX Hydraulic Minimum Equipment Weight 8,000 13,000 lbs (varies by equipment type) Recommended Compatibility Skid Steers, Telehandlers, Tractors, Wheel Loaders, Backhoes

 

Tree Spade Control Options

Feature Electric Controls Aux Connection Wireless Controls Manual Controls Control Type Wired Electric Hydraulic Aux Wireless Remote Manual Wire Length 20 ft Requires Harness 20 ft No Wire Required Live Pin Requirement N/A N/A 1 Pin 7 Pin Tree Size (Evergreen) Up-to 5" Up-to 5" Up-to 5" Up-to 5" Tree Size (Hardwood) Up-to 4" Up-to 4" Up-to 4" Up-to 4" Minimum Equipment Weight 8,000-13,000 lbs (varies by equipment type) 8,000-13,000 lbs (varies by equipment type) 8,000-13,000 lbs (varies by equipment type) 8,000-13,000 lbs (varies by equipment type)

 

Comparison Chart

Feature ST324 ST330 Tree Size (Evergreen) 3" 3" Tree Size (Hardwood) 1.5" 2.5" Root Ball Diameter (inches) 24" 30" Root Ball Depth 23" 29" Opening (Width) 20" 23" Number of Blades 3 3 Hydraulic Flow (GPM) 5-20 5-20 Weight 1100 1356 Weight with Root Ball (lbs) 1400 1865

 

Feature SS330 ST440 Tree Size (Evergreen) 3" 4" Tree Size (Hardwood) 2.5" 3" Root Ball Diameter (inches) 30" 40" Root Ball Depth 29" 30" Opening (Width) 60" 52" Number of Blades 3 4 Hydraulic Flow (GPM) 5-20 5-20 Weight 1550 1934 Weight with Root Ball (lbs) 2050 3134

 

Feature ST650 Tree Size (Evergreen) 5" Tree Size (Hardwood) 4" Root Ball Diameter (inches) 50" Root Ball Depth 43" Opening (Width) 47" Number of Blades 6 Hydraulic Flow (GPM) 5-20 Weight 3288 Weight with Root Ball (lbs) 5785

 

Manual & Documents

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General Warranty Info:

• Ripping It Outdoors works closely with our manufacturers to supply and support your products warranty needs as best as possible!
• The majority of products come with a manufacturer represented warranty against manufacturing defects for at least a 12 month period after the date of sale.
• Expendable components and "wear parts" including but not limited to blades, knives, teeth, oil, chain sprockets, skid shoes, knife mounting discs, and similar components are usually excluded from manufacturer warranties.
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