Morbark M12R and M12RX Feedback?

[fastbub]

anybody have any experience or feedback about these models? I looked at them at the expo and liked their simple and seemingly robust design as well as the gas engine offerings. This might be the first piece of equipment I buy new and am not a big fan of all the emissions stuff on the newer diesels and the greater expense.

 

[flyingsquirrel25]

Was very unimpressed with the 12r when I demoed it (both of them). 130 gas and 74 hp Deere. The two knives vs 4 kills the efficiency of the machine. They are fairly robust but lacking in design. If you are in the 12" market try a 990 with the 89 horse gm. It was a delight to run after struggling with the 130 hp morbark.

 

[Treetopflyer]

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