I would recommend a pre def Bandit with a Cummins. I see a lot of chippers and these things just go and go and go. No re-gen, not a lot of electronics. Something like this
https://www.treetrader.com/listing/for-sale/234203489/2002-bandit-1890hd-towable-wood-chippers-forestry-equipment
Thanks for the tribute Ryan. I worked with him briefly in Mendocino and I remember how analytical he was in approaching the work. He was a true professional. He watched me hang up a big bull pine at 3pm on a Friday and treated a younger, less experienced arb with calm care, which I appreciate to...
I just got quoted a new sk800 at 37.5k and the sk900 at 39k. A friend of mine bought his tx1000 last year for 40k. Different ballpark machines than the Chinese made but it seems like around 40k is standard from any of the big well known manufacturers.
Can’t say enough good things about this guy. Honest, hardworking, loyal, skilled. All around shrewd tree worker. Would be a major asset to any company. Rebuilds a mean 660. Will run circles around 20 year olds. Roping, felling, operating, climbing yada yada yada, this guy can do it all. Treats...
Good prompt sale. Beautiful condition in original packaging. Thanks @Tony for the reminder that they don’t make these puppies anymore and to grab one up if you can.
I hope the business is making money too, if not then it’s not sustainable for anyone, contractor included. You are assuming the owner is getting taken for a ride. I’m not going to go down the rabbit hole of reasons why this guy could be making this much because I don’t know, but I can think of a...