{"product_id":"18-30-tonne-rotating-excavator-tree-shear","title":"18–30 Tonne Rotating Excavator Tree Shear – 450mm Cut","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e18–30 tonne rotating excavator tree shear\u003c\/strong\u003e is the largest rotating shear in the range. It cuts hardwood up to 440mm thick in one motion, opens to 1153mm and turns through 360°, so you can handle big timber at any angle from the cab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike the fixed version, it uses a single hydraulic ram with a grab-to-cut action and a bolt-on, replaceable Hardox® HB500 blade. The jaw keeps hold of each stem after the cut, and the rotator lets you lay it down exactly where you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shear is supplied to fit your quick hitch or to pin straight onto the dipper with removable pins. Because the rotator needs its own hydraulic supply, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-a-quote\"\u003esend us your machine, hitch and hydraulic details\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering and we'll confirm the setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt for 18–30 tonne excavators\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBolt-on, radial, piston-driven 360° hydraulic rotator\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCuts hardwood up to 440mm in one motion, 450mm maximum cut diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBolt-on, replaceable Hardox® HB500 blade with a 25mm cutting edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle hydraulic ram with a quick, forgiving grab-to-cut action\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn the blade vertical to de-limb without remounting the shear\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDoubles as a hydraulic grab for timber, poles and fence posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupplied to fit your quick hitch or pin-on with removable pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e18–30 Tonne Rotating Tree Shear Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200-TSH-R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShear type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotating hydraulic tree shear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRotator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolt-on, radial, piston-driven, 360° hydraulic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExcavator size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–30 tonnes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum cut diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e450mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardwood cutting capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 440mm in one motion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum jaw opening\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1153mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClosed width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1563mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMast height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e920mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnit weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,520kg for the fixed shear; the rotator adds to this, so ask us for the exact figure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolt-on, replaceable Hardox® HB500, 25mm cutting edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum pressure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e320 bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHydraulic service\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShear runs off a double-acting hammer circuit; the rotator also needs a hydraulic supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMounting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuick hitch or pin-on with removable pins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a Rotating Tree Shear?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA fixed shear can only cut at the angle the dipper presents it. The rotator turns the whole shear through 360°, which pays off when you are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCutting leaning or angled stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorking in tight spots between trees, fences or buildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDe-limbing branches with the blade turned vertical\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLaying cut stems in line for stacking or collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCutting along boundaries without constantly repositioning the machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf most of your work is cutting at the base and you want to keep the cost down, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/18-30-tonne-excavator-tree-shear\"\u003e18–30 tonne fixed tree shear\u003c\/a\u003e uses the same shear without the rotator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis size is built for large machines and heavy timber:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLarge-scale land and site clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFelling larger trees within the shear's rated capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClearing heavy timber ahead of major earthworks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWoodland and forestry clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMoving and stacking heavy timber and poles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore You Cut\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheck whether the trees are covered by a Tree Preservation Order or sit in a conservation area, whether you need a felling licence, and that there are no active birds' nests before you start. Keep everyone well clear of the working area and watch for overhead lines. Our guide on \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-use-an-excavator-tree-shear\"\u003ehow to use an excavator tree shear\u003c\/a\u003e covers the checks and the cutting technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExcavator and Quick-Hitch Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMachine weight is only a starting point. Excavators in the same weight class can use different pin sizes, linkage widths and quick hitches, so please send us the following when you order:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcavator make and model\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMachine operating weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick hitch make and model, if you run one\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePin diameter and pin centres\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDipper width\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDetails or photos of your hammer circuit connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur guide on \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-measure-an-excavator-for-a-new-bucket\"\u003ehow to measure an excavator for a new bucket\u003c\/a\u003e shows how to take the pin measurements, which are the same for a shear. If you can't measure, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-a-quote\"\u003esend us photos of your hitch\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHydraulic Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shear's single ram runs off your excavator's existing double-acting hammer circuit, with a maximum working pressure of 320 bar. The rotator also needs a hydraulic supply, and the way that is arranged depends on your machine and hitch. Send us details or photos of your hydraulic connections before ordering, and don't assume hoses, couplings or installation parts are included unless they are listed on your quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery and Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach shear is supplied to suit your confirmed quick hitch or pins. Delivery is usually within 7 to 10 working days, although factory lead times can change this. If you need the shear for a fixed date, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-a-quote\"\u003econtact us before ordering\u003c\/a\u003e so we can confirm the current lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e18–30 Tonne Rotating Tree Shear FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose a rotating tree shear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rotator turns the shear through 360°, so you can match the blade to leaning or angled stems, cut in tight spots and de-limb without repositioning the machine or remounting the shear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the maximum cut diameter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maximum cut diameter is 450mm, and it cuts hardwood up to 440mm thick in one motion. For anything bigger, use a qualified tree surgeon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat hydraulics does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shear runs off a double-acting hammer circuit, with a maximum working pressure of 320 bar. The rotator also needs a hydraulic supply, and how that is arranged depends on your machine, so send us your hydraulic details and we'll confirm the setup before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my 18–30 tonne excavator?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine weight is the starting point, but excavators in the same class can use different pins, linkage widths and quick hitches. Send us your machine model, hitch details and pin measurements and we'll confirm fitment before the shear is supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it as a grab?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It doubles as a hydraulic grab for moving cut timber, positioning poles and placing fence posts, and the rotator makes it easy to lay timber in line for stacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOther Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a smaller machine, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-22-tonne-rotating-excavator-tree-shear\"\u003e10–22 tonne rotating tree shear\u003c\/a\u003e. Compare every size, fixed and rotating, in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/excavator-tree-shears\"\u003eexcavator tree shears\u003c\/a\u003e range. Clearing the ground afterwards? A \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/excavator-root-rakes\"\u003eroot rake\u003c\/a\u003e pulls out the roots and scrub once the stems are cut.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hardlife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66094732542301,"sku":"200-TSH-R","price":19908.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9049\/8653\/files\/18-30-tonne-rotating-excavator-tree-shear.webp?v=1790843778","url":"https:\/\/mammothattachments.com\/products\/18-30-tonne-rotating-excavator-tree-shear","provider":"Mammoth Attachments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}