RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher
RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher Overview
The RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher is built to handle serious land clearing work. As part of the RDM Series excavator forestry mulchers, this rotary disc mulcher is designed to efficiently channel power from your machine while reducing unnecessary wear and downtime.
Exceptional Speed of the RDM Series Excavator Forestry Disc Mulchers
Contractors running RDM series excavator forestry mulchers report up to a 40% increase in productivity when clearing trees, shrubs, and stumps.
Key Benefits of the RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher
Durability
Built for demanding forestry excavator work, the RDM58EX forestry disc mulcher is constructed from high-strength materials to withstand tough land-clearing conditions.
No Extra Power Pack Needed
Our advanced RDM technology efficiently channels power to the attachment, eliminating the need for costly additional hardware.
Operator Visibility and Safety
The design of the RDM58EX allows operators to clearly see the cutting teeth as they engage the material, helping avoid foreign objects and improving safety while running the disc mulcher.
Productivity
The 58-inch forestry disc can handle trees up to 18 inches in diameter, depending on the hydraulic flow of your carrier.
Key Features of the RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher
The RDM58EX excavator forestry disc mulcher is built to match your existing thumb and quick coupler on 30–50 ton excavators.
Unique to the RDM series, this feature allows operators to dig, move, and reposition material without removing the excavator disc mulcher.
The combination of a 58-inch-diameter cutting disc, direct-drive design, and reduction shroud creates a system that carries inertia through the cut. This system forces the material into the fixed cutting teeth for consistent mulching of trees, shrubs, and stumps.
Designed to act like a vacuum, the reduction shroud pulls material into the cutting teeth. Its system increases production and produces finer mulch, making these forestry disc mulchers highly efficient in heavy clearing conditions.
Power is routed directly to a heavy-duty bearing box that transfers energy to the disc mulcher, eliminating unnecessary components and maximizing durability.
Built from Weldox 700 and T-1 steel, this forestry disc is designed for high-impact work, handling dense undergrowth and trees up to 18 inches in diameter without binding or clogging.
The heavy-duty mounting system is strong enough to lift and reposition your excavator when needed, built for demanding excavator forestry applications.
Our proprietary system efficiently channels power from the excavator directly into the mulching disc, maximizing performance without requiring additional hydraulic systems.
Choose from beaver teeth, carbide thumbnail teeth, or carbide bullet teeth, giving operators the flexibility to match the cutting style required for different forestry jobs.
The custom-built bearing box is fully tested before shipping, ensuring the mulcher RDM series delivers reliable performance in the field.
Built by contractors who know what equipment faces in the field, the RDM58EX is a heavy-duty forestry attachment for excavators. It tackles steep slopes and demanding land-clearing jobs where other disc mulchers fall short. From standing timber to thick brush, this forestry disc mulcher keeps production moving.
RDM52EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher Specifications
90 to 110 GPM
Up to 6,000 PSI
Bent axis piston hydraulic motor (European with 1-year warranty); Anti-Cavitation mounted directly on the hydraulic motor, ensuring better protection and cleaner hose mounting
Oil bath bearing box, synthetic oil, bearings are self-aligning, heat-treated 5-inch shaft, Direct Drive System with no pulleys.
Made of Weldox 700 T-1 steel (30% stronger than mild steel), 1 1/4 inch thick, 58 inches in diameter.
(25) Beaver Teeth, (52) Carbide Thumbnail Teeth, (8) Carbide Bullet Teeth
Manufactured for your mounting system; pin mount or quick coupler
Case Drain Line Required, MIN. 5/8” (Not Included)
Requires 1” hydraulic hose rated for 5,000 PSI. (Hoses are not included)
RDM Series is designed with a built-in digging spade feature that has replaceable teeth, allowing for digging, movement of material, and aiding in the movement of the excavator
30 to 50 ton machines
4,200 to 6,400 lbs Pending Mounting System)
Productive up to 18 inches in diameter, depending on hydraulic flow
Disclaimer – Specifications may change at any time.
Tooth Configuration
5 inside the shroud, 12 on perimeter, & 8 on top of disc. The Beaver Tooth has straight edges, is durable, and can be re-sharpened right on the blade. TIP: Rotating beaver teeth increases wear life.
24 teeth at the bottom of the disc & 24 teeth on top of the disc. The Carbide Thumbnail Tooth is designed for durability and is placed at the bottom of the cutting disc to handle the tough environment.
8 on the bottom of the disc. The Carbide Bullet Tooth is a medium-efficiency extension cutting tooth that holds up well in rocks and helps grind stumps further in the ground. The use of extension teeth, like the Carbide Bullet Tooth, can result in material being thrown greater distances
RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher FAQs
What Glass Front Window is Recommended with RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulchers?
We recommend an approved polycarbonate window when operating any mulching attachment, including the RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher. Additionally, we recommend enhanced safety guarding, such as cab guards and steel front window screens, to protect your equipment and operator. Contact us for recommendations.
What is Not Included in My RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher?
Equipment not included with your RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher are case drain lines, optional equipment upgrades, hydraulic quick couplers, freight costs, installation or setup costs, or hydraulic hoses.
Are There Any Safety Precautions for the RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher?
Running a forestry disc mulcher means respecting the machine’s power and keeping safety first on every job site. When operating the RDM58EX excavator forestry disc mulcher, follow these basic precautions:
- Do not operate this disc mulcher on an open cab machine.
- Do not use this excavator forestry attachment on a carrier with a tempered glass front window.
- Never run the mulcher while anyone is within 300 feet of the machine.
The RDM58EX excavator disc mulcher is designed for serious forestry work: clearing trees, shrubs, and stumps along slopes, riverbanks, and rights-of-way. Keeping proper distance and using the right carrier helps ensure the job gets done safely and efficiently.
Get a Quote for the RDM58EX Excavator Forestry Disc Mulcher
Are you looking for a forestry disc for sale or a heavy-duty disc mulcher? The RDM58EX is built for contractors looking for the best disc mulcher for large excavators. Get a quote today to start on your journey towards 40% increased productivity in land clearing.