Stump Grinder advice

Smoker62 · Dec 7, 2017

I have a Carlton 4012 with the 35 Briggs. Good machine but want to upgrade or change , not necessarily for bigger power , but yes always nicer to have .Just a newer machine , less hrs etc. I only have two wheel drive , would like 4 . I also would like the backfill blade.
These are just reasons why , not asking for opinions on that.

Would like to get away from belt drive machines but not sure who offers what . I know the bigger Carlton belts are big bucks. I have replaced a drive belt and a polychain on mine , not cheap either. Plus a set of pillow block bearings already. Been looking at all the different brands and models but getting a bit overwhelmed with all thats out there. I demoed a Toro 38 and was impressed with it but no plow blade option. Diesel would be nice as well if they will start in cold Wi winters. Do the Kubotas or Yanmars come with block heaters . Thanks !

dontbthatguy · Dec 12, 2017

I love my 4012 44hp diesel.

My next machine will be a 5014 44hp diesel with all the bells and whistles. I cant beat the maneuverability of that machine and the power it packs.

Smoker62 · Dec 13, 2017

I am looking at a Rayco 45 x next week. Have a demo setup. Will have my 4012 for comparison.

Stump Grinder52 · Dec 14, 2017

If your demoing a diesel there will no comparison.A 4012 with a diesel,razor wheel and wireless remote is a different machine .

Smoker62 · Dec 14, 2017

Yeah, I understand that. I meant from an operator control comparison , not so much grinding performance. I am not sure of the swing out control panel and a few other features . Ergonomics mostly , and not the wireless, I do not have that .

I run a six tooth Alpine Rhino wheel . Should have went with the Alpine Rocktech wheel though.

Stump Grinder52 · Dec 14, 2017

Smoker62,I'm not bragging,but once you get the wireless remote mastered,you can grind 25/30 % faster,guys with these types of machines can pipe in ,i think they will agree.You can't take a bigger bite,although with a diesel you can, you have so much more torque over a gas powered unit.I's so fast,up down in and out at the touch of your finger tips,some times i slow down so customers don't get mad when your done so quick.They don't understand you payed big money for that technology.