Hi, I'm brand new to the forum although I've been reading for a few weeks now. We just bought 2 acres of land that I want to start clearing to build a house. The land is completely wooded with mostly 12" diameter and smaller trees. There is also about 2/3 acre with very thick undergrowth, vines, thicket type stuff. The rest of the land isn't as thick. I want to pick and choose the trees I take down as there are a ton of dogwoods i want to save.
I'm planning to buy a tractor (maybe in the 25-30hp range?) w/a FEL to clear this land. My question is:
1.) Is this size tractor enough?
2.) What are the techniques to use to clear the 12" and smaller trees AND to clear all the vines and thicket w/a FEL?
3.) Should I buy a backhoe?
The vines and thicket run from the ground up about 7'-8'. I know it would make more sense to hire a CAT to clear it all, but I want to do it myself and I want to have a good reason to buy a tractor. Any suggestions on what type of tractor are welcome as well.
I'm planning to buy a tractor (maybe in the 25-30hp range?) w/a FEL to clear this land. My question is:
1.) Is this size tractor enough?
2.) What are the techniques to use to clear the 12" and smaller trees AND to clear all the vines and thicket w/a FEL?
3.) Should I buy a backhoe?
The vines and thicket run from the ground up about 7'-8'. I know it would make more sense to hire a CAT to clear it all, but I want to do it myself and I want to have a good reason to buy a tractor. Any suggestions on what type of tractor are welcome as well.