which tree pulling tools?

[ArlyA]

We are looking to purchase a tree pulling tool to lift buckthorn out and the below ones look reasonable and being considered. Anyone here use them? What do you like or dislike about it?

Thanks!

Compare Extractigator, Uprooter and Pullerbear

UPROOTER - Successive Weed Wrench, Plant Extracting Tool, Scotch Broom / Buckthorn / Privet Puller, Brush & Tree Uprooting Tool

Extractigator Broom, Buckthorn, Weed and Tree Puller

 

[rekees4300]

We are looking to purchase a tree pulling tool to lift buckthorn out and the below ones look reasonable and being considered. Anyone here use them? What do you like or dislike about it?

I've been battling Buckthorn for 20 years. All of those manual tools are labor-intensive and none of them will pull out large Buckthorn. Develop a long term eradication plan based on your situation then use a herbicide spray containing triclopyr. https://dnr.wi.gov/wnrmag/2017/10/Buckthorn.PDF

 

[ArlyA]

Thanks rakee. We bag the larger ones but the puller is of course for the smaller ones in our yard.

 

[i7win7]

I have the following tools
For small brush on hillsides
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For using tractor 3 point or front end loader
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Best tool

 

[ArlyA]

I can't make these links work.

I have the following tools
For small brush on hillsides
Amazon.com Page Not Found

For using tractor 3 point or front end loader
Amazon.com Page Not Found
Amazon.com Page Not Found

Best tool

 

[i7win7]

I have the following tools
For small brush on hillsides
Amazon.com : Brush Grubber BG-2 Steel Handled Brush Grubber : Lawn And Garden Towable Tools : Garden & Outdoor

For using tractor 3 point or front end loader
Amazon.com : Brush Grubber BG-8 Heavy-duty Brush Grubber : Lawn And Garden Towable Tools : Garden & Outdoor
Amazon.com : Brush Grubber BG-19 Heavy Duty Clump Grubber : Lawn And Garden Towable Tools : Garden & Outdoor

Best tool

Updated Amazon links

 

[abunchofidiots]

Piranha tooth bar on the front of the bucket works great for small brush and autumn olive.

 

[radios1]

this one looks really nice!. Intimidator | Tree & Post Puller | Danuser

 

[ArlyA]

Sadly, we don't own a tractor but are looking for tool reviews as listed in the original post. Here is what they look like

 

[kthompson]

You might was to consider "pallet clamp puller" for use with your Polaris if you need more power. Do a simple search but they are not for hand pulling.

 

[ArlyA]

We order a Pullerbear Grip XL21 model which will take 4 weeks to build and arrive. Yes, this is a family run business who builds them to order. If anyone cares to see a review of it, just let us know and I'll post a one after it goes into use.

Pullerbear Tree Puller - Extractigator and Weed Wrench Alternative

 

[mikester]

I've been thinking of making a small tree clamp attachment for my backhoe to yank small stuff from 0.25 to 1.00 inch diameter. I'm still thinking about the best jaw design for small skinny stuff, the last thing I want to do is pinch off the stem. I find when I pull stuff by hand I often strip off the bark instead of yanking things out by the roots.

Do any of you have good experiences with a clamp design that works well on the small stuff?

 

[i7win7]

I've been thinking of making a small tree clamp attachment for my backhoe to yank small stuff from 0.25 to 1.00 inch diameter. I'm still thinking about the best jaw design for small skinny stuff, the last thing I want to do is pinch off the stem. I find when I pull stuff by hand I often strip off the bark instead of yanking things out by the roots.

Do any of you have good experiences with a clamp design that works well on the small stuff?

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May not work on trees, good for wire and cables.

 

[5030]

I borrow my buddy's Case Magnum and drawbar pull. No tree can survive.

 

[CADplans]

I've been thinking of making a small tree clamp attachment for my backhoe to yank small stuff from 0.25 to 1.00 inch diameter.

At that small size, forget the stem,, simply touch a root with a tooth, the whole plant comes out,,

 

[mikester]

At that small size, forget the stem,, simply touch a root with a tooth, the whole plant comes out,,

I have small sucker trees, usually poplar or Green ash, growing right beside a full grown tree I want to keep. I cant pull by hand, cutting just prolongs the problem, and my 24 inch ditching bucket is too big for tight spots. Basically I want to get into tight spots and selectively yank small suckers. I wish the tree weeds would just fall out when touched...

 

[ArlyA]

I have small sucker trees, usually poplar or Green ash, growing right beside a full grown tree I want to keep. I cant pull by hand, cutting just prolongs the problem, and my 24 inch ditching bucket is too big for tight spots. Basically I want to get into tight spots and selectively yank small suckers. I wish the tree weeds would just fall out when touched...

We have invasive buck-thorn here and little shoots everywhere. This is the reason we are getting the Pullerbear tool.

 

[Sonny580]

On something THAT small, use a spade! ----- OR spray brush killer on them. If there that bad---nothing else will grow there anyway.

 

[mark02tj]

Hey ArlyA,

I have the Extractagator with the "Big Foot" base on it. Works very well on stuff about 1.5" and less. It will give you a workout, especially if you're an old fat guy like me! My only complaint is that the handle could be about 6" longer for a bit more leverage. I've had mine for several years though, so they may have a newer model out.

When I bought mine I looked at the Extractagator, the long handled Brush Grubber and another one similar to the Extractagator whose name escapes me now. Interestingly, I had found a website that compared all three and that person recommended the Extractagator.

I also have a Brush Grubber BG-8. That also works well hooked up to a tractor or a Jeep. I never tried it hooked up to the ATV that I owned for a short while, but have seen videos of people doing that. Again, it works well, but the constant on and off the pulling vehicle gets tiring. Definitely a lot quicker if you have a second person.

For the bigger stuff, I also have a Notch Tree Puller for the tractor.



EDIT: SORRY - didn't realize that this thread went to a second page and that you had already purchased something.

 

[ArlyA]

This is helpful Mark. Thanks. I will do a report on it after it goes into use. You are one of the few who use them here. :thumbsup:

Hey ArlyA,
I have the Extractagator with the "Big Foot" base on it. Works very well on stuff about 1.5" and less. It will give you a workout, especially if you're an old fat guy like me! My only complaint is that the handle could be about 6" longer for a bit more leverage. I've had mine for several years though, so they may have a newer model out.

When I bought mine I looked at the Extractagator, the long handled Brush Grubber and another one similar to the Extractagator whose name escapes me now. Interestingly, I had found a website that compared all three and that person recommended the Extractagator.

I also have a Brush Grubber BG-8. That also works well hooked up to a tractor or a Jeep. I never tried it hooked up to the ATV that I owned for a short while, but have seen videos of people doing that. Again, it works well, but the constant on and off the pulling vehicle gets tiring. Definitely a lot quicker if you have a second person.

EDIT: SORRY - didn't realize that this thread went to a second page and that you had already purchased something.