Morton Equipment MDE Koala K550 Tree Shear

MDE Koala K550 Excavator Tree Shears

MDE Koala 550 Excavator Tree Shears

The Koala 550 Tree Shear is the largest and most powerful model in the Koala range, designed for heavy-duty applications with large excavators. Built for maximum cutting capacity and durability, it is the ultimate tool for tackling the toughest forestry, agricultural, and land-clearing tasks.

• High-Strength Build: Constructed with an ultra-heavy-duty Hardox® chassis and reinforced arms to handle extreme workloads and demanding environments.
• Replaceable Blade: Features MDE's advanced replaceable wing-style blade, ensuring quick maintenance and an extended operational lifespan.
• Hydraulic Efficiency: Delivers exceptional cutting power through seamless integration with excavator hammer lines, making it ideal for large-scale projects.
• Safe Operation: Engineered for operator safety, providing controlled cutting and precise placement of even the largest trees.

Koala 550 Applications
• Felling large trees and clearing dense forestry quickly and efficiently.
• Managing large-scale forestry harvesting operations.
• Clearing utility corridors, including powerlines, roadsides, and waterways.
• Preparing extensive agricultural land for planting or redevelopment.
• Handling heavy-duty landscaping for industrial and commercial projects.
• Clearing infrastructure areas such as highways, railways, and large construction sites.

Why Buy a Koala Tree Shear?
1. Bolt on replaceable blade — change it out fast if bent or worn, keep downtime to a minimum.
2. Built Tough, Backed by Hardox® — MDE is Hardox® In My Body certified, ensuring unmatched strength, durability, and performance in every product.
3. Excavator rated, triple sealed hydraulic cylinders — superior protection from contamination, reduced maintenance, and reliable power in the harshest conditions.
4. Bolt On Replaceable Hitch — Easily swap hitches to match various machines.
5. Serviceable design — all key components are replaceable, including bushings, sleeves, pins, and blade, all with easy-access greasing.
6. Proven durability — MDE has over a decade of production and real-world experience.
7. Manufactured in Northern Ireland, by MDE Machinery.

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