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A finish mower cuts grass. A brush cutter takes down saplings, briars and overgrowth that has been left alone for years. Our Brush Cutters collection covers Quick Attach units for three different machines: a 3-point tractor hitch, a full-size skid steer, and a mini skid steer, with cutting capacity from 1.5 inches up to 10.

Capacity is what separates these. The 3-point Quick Cut handles vegetation to 1.5 inches, which covers pasture, ditches and fence lines. The Mega Mower X takes material up to 10 inches, which is small tree territory, with an open front deck and a push bar so you can drive into standing growth and lay it down.

On a skid steer, hydraulic flow decides which model fits. The standard flow Mega Mower X runs 15 to 25 GPM through a direct drive hydraulic motor. The high flow version uses a piston motor on 25 to 42 GPM and requires a case drain, so confirm your machine has one before ordering.

For a tractor, the 3-point units run off the PTO at 540 RPM. The Quick Cut needs 18 to 60 HP depending on width, and the heavier Brush Thrasher wants 35 to 75 HP on a CAT 1 or CAT 2 hitch. If you want material reduced to mulch rather than cut and dropped, see our Forestry Mulchers, and our brush cutter versus mulcher guide explains the trade-off.

Key Advantages of Our Brush Cutters

  • Three Machine Types: 3-point tractor, full-size skid steer and mini skid steer, all from Quick Attach.
  • Up to 10-Inch Capacity: The Mega Mower X handles small trees, not just brush and grass.
  • Carbide Teeth for Stumps: Twelve carbide-tipped teeth on the Mega Mower X grind at stumps as you pass.
  • Slip Clutch Protection: The 3-point Quick Cut protects your tractor's driveline from sudden impacts.

How to Choose a Brush Cutter

Choosing the right brush cutter comes down to four things:

  • Your Machine: Tractor 3-point, skid steer, or mini skid steer. That decision makes most of the others for you.
  • Hydraulic Flow or PTO HP: Skid steer models need 10 to 16 GPM on the mini, 15 to 25 standard flow, or 25 to 42 high flow with a case drain. Tractor models need 18 to 75 PTO HP depending on deck size.
  • Cutting Capacity: 1.5 inches covers pasture and fence lines. 10 inches is land clearing and small trees.
  • Deck Build: 10 gauge on the lighter 3-point unit, 7 gauge on the mini, and a quarter inch on the heavy Brush Thrasher.

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Quick Product Comparison

Product Name Machine Cutting Width Capacity Requirement
Quick Attach 3-Point Brush Mower Tractor, CAT 1 & Quick Hitch 48 to 72 in. 1.5 in. 18 to 60 PTO HP
Quick Attach Brush Thrasher Tractor, CAT 1 & 2 60 to 78 in. Heavy duty, 1/4 in. deck 35 to 75 PTO HP
Quick Attach Brush Buster Mini Mini skid steer 43.75 in. 7 gauge deck 10 to 16 GPM
Quick Attach Mega Mower X, Standard Flow Skid steer 66 to 78 in. 10 in. 15 to 25 GPM
Quick Attach Mega Mower X, High Flow Skid steer, high flow 72 or 78 in. 10 in. 25 to 42 GPM, case drain

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Why Choose Brush Cutters from Log Bear Works?

  • Quick Attach brush cutters for tractors, skid steers and mini skid steers
  • Full manufacturer warranty included on every attachment
  • Free shipping and a 30-day money back guarantee
  • Expert support from real people in the USA who can match a cutter to your machine, by phone or live chat

Frequently Asked Questions

What size brush cutter do I need for my machine?
Start with the machine, because it decides almost everything else. On a mini skid steer the Brush Buster Mini is the fit at 43.75 inches and 10 to 16 GPM. On a full-size skid steer the Mega Mower X comes in 66, 72 and 78-inch decks, standard flow at 15 to 25 GPM or high flow at 25 to 42 GPM. On a tractor, the 3-point Quick Cut runs 48 to 72 inches on 18 to 60 PTO HP, and the heavier Brush Thrasher runs 60 to 78 inches on 35 to 75 PTO HP. Send us your machine model and we will confirm the right one.

How thick a sapling will a brush cutter actually cut?
It varies more across this collection than anything else. The 3-point Quick Cut is rated to 1.5 inches, which covers pasture, ditches, fence lines and light brush. The Mega Mower X is rated to 10 inches, which is small tree territory rather than mowing. Rated capacity assumes a reasonable approach speed and sharp blades, so treat it as a ceiling rather than a cruising number, and slow down as material gets close to the limit.

Standard flow or high flow: which Mega Mower X do I need?
Check your skid steer's auxiliary hydraulic output. Under 25 GPM you want the standard flow model, which uses a direct drive hydraulic motor at up to 4,500 psi. At 25 GPM and above the high flow version uses a piston motor rated to 4,661 psi and delivers noticeably more blade energy, which is what holds ground speed through heavy material. The high flow model requires a case drain line, so confirm your machine has one before ordering.

What is the difference between a brush cutter and a forestry mulcher?
A brush cutter cuts material and drops it. A mulcher reduces it to chips and leaves it on the ground as ground cover. Brush cutters are faster over open ground and cost less, which makes them the right tool for pasture, trails, fence lines and recurring maintenance. A mulcher is what you want when the debris cannot be left lying in pieces. See our Forestry Mulchers for that side of the work.

Do the 3-point models run off the PTO or the tractor's hydraulics?
The two 3-point models are PTO driven at 540 RPM, unlike our 3-point log splitters which run off tractor hydraulics. The Quick Cut includes a slip clutch driveline, which absorbs sudden impacts from hidden stumps and rocks instead of passing that shock into your tractor's driveline. Match the hitch as well as the horsepower: the Quick Cut is CAT 1 and Quick Hitch compatible, and the Brush Thrasher covers CAT 1 and CAT 2.

Will a brush cutter handle hidden stumps and rocks?
Up to a point, and the build is what decides it. The Mega Mower X carries twelve carbide-tipped teeth on the underside that grind at stumps as you pass, plus wire catchers to keep fence wire out of the bearing. The 3-point Quick Cut uses a slip clutch to protect the driveline. Neither is indestructible, so walk unfamiliar ground first where you can, and approach anything solid slowly rather than at speed.

Can I use a brush cutter on a slope?
Yes, with normal loader and tractor precautions. Work up and down a grade rather than across it where possible, keep the deck low enough to stay stable, and remember that a 470 to 1,600 lb attachment out front changes how the machine behaves. Wet grass on a slope is where operators get into trouble, so slow down and give yourself room to stop.