I asked same question when they started post still waiting for an answer I need 10-12 and a buddy the same. The started this post hot and heavy and then fizzled out.
Not sure truck was posted yesterday on Hudson Valley NY craigslist put it on the buzz in case some one was interested in truck. has more details on CL.
I use a rake with my thumb I can carry, load logs, pick up brush and feed chipper, move rocks. Stumps etc. push trees over rip out stumps the list goes on more versatile then a grapple.
Took bucket off years ago I'm a tree guy not an excavator. I have a mini which goes on most residential jobs but I do use it also when needed. It's great for small land clearing and lg storm damage. You can take out material and feed it directly in chipper.
For what I've used it for I think an excavator around the 10k size is best for all around tree work it can pick up a decent size log and has the power and reach to push lg trees over. It can be pulled with a pick up.