For fast, efficient, and well-executed forestry mulching operations, you should use cutting-edge equipment. A high-quality forestry mulcher allows you to handle large-scale projects with ease, particularly when shredding woody plants or large-diameter tree trunks—even on rugged terrain. How do you choose the ideal forestry mulcher for each project? Selecting the right mulcher depends on several factors, including vegetation density, the size of the site, and the power of the carrier machine. Between an MFH, MFM, and MFL mulcher, which would be the best tool for your forestry work?
MFH mulcher: the equipment for heavy-duty forestry projects
The MFH mulcher is primarily designed for large-scale and heavy-duty forestry projects. Equipped with a fixed-hammer rotor, which provides both reliable and precise cuts, it is compatible with hydraulic excavators from 25 to 40 tons. You can use it for mowing grass or brush, as well as shredding trees and stumps with a diameter of up to 550 mm at pressures ranging from 220 to 450 bar.
The MFH mulcher is known for its power. While being particularly lightweight, it is capable of absorbing maximum power. Its weight has been reduced by 30% compared to other competing models, without compromising robustness. This professional-grade tool is the right choice for shredding dense vegetation and for any intensive forestry work.
Key benefits
Robustness is one of the main strengths of this mulcher. It has all the capabilities required for intensive operations thanks to its maximum performance. Its lightweight design significantly reduces fuel consumption, while also ensuring excellent maneuverability. It comes with advanced options, such as a tilt of up to 60°, allowing precise work on sloped terrain. Built with particularly resistant materials, it guarantees long-lasting durability.
MFM mulcher: for medium to heavy forestry work
The MFM mulcher is specifically designed for hydraulic excavators weighing 14 to 25 tons. It can shred wood up to 450 mm in diameter. It operates under pressures ranging from 200 to 420 bar, with a hydraulic flow between 100 and 200 L/min. It is equipped with a protective wear plate, strengthening its durability and resistance against shocks and abrasion.
This equipment is ideal for medium-sized wood shredding projects. It is equally well-suited for orchard and brush maintenance. Featuring a triple reverse helical rotor profile, it delivers perfectly uniform mulching. Depending on the type of branches to be processed, you can choose fixed carbide hammers or sharp steel hammers. Its reinforced frame provides direct support with the excavator, optimizing stability and ensuring excellent shock absorption. It also includes a support foot with an integrated clamp, offering greater balance and control.
Advantages
This mulcher offers a good balance between power and lightness. Its size has been reduced by 30% compared to standard models. In addition to being easy to handle and robust, it delivers high performance. Its versatility is also noteworthy: while specifically designed for medium forestry mulching, it can also handle heavier projects when required.
MFL mulcher: ideal for light to medium maintenance work
The MFL mulcher is designed for small tractors and hydraulic excavators weighing about 8.5 to 15 tons. It operates at pressures ranging from 200 to 420 bar with a hydraulic flow of 80 to 170 L/min. Thanks to its integrated debris shield, the operator is protected from flying debris during forestry operations.
To adapt to various forestry tasks, it comes with several advanced options. These allow customization of the mulcher to specific needs. On sloped terrain, its tilt of up to 60° provides excellent maneuverability. The left and right opening of its rotor ensures adaptability to different projects. Its support foot with integrated clamp enhances stability and consistency.
Key strengths of the MFL mulcher
This mulcher is recommended for forestry professionals looking for a device that combines reliability and cost efficiency. It can perform intensive shredding of trees or brush up to 350 mm in diameter. Its unique hammer profile ensures uniform cuts. Its robust design enables it to work efficiently on all types of terrain—flat, sloped, or rugged.