Looking to purchase a dedicated mulching unit bigger and more productive than a track skid fitted with a hydraulic mulcher. Any opinions would be much appreciated.
Look at a lamtrac. Check out their site http://www.lamtrac.com/ In my opinion it is one of the better mulchers available.
DON"T buy a Rayco machine (any model) they will blow the bank balance and your mind.They are JUNK:cussing
Have you considered an excavator? They require half the daily maint. of tracked crawlers and can run off the excavator or if you require more production they can be fitted with powerpacks.
dedicated mulcher Samson, As you probably know you are in one of the harshest environments for mulching to the the slopes, elevation, rocky terrain, etc. A Fecon FTX148L is definately going to be your best bet. Make sure you get it with the deep sump oil pan to get the best use on slopes. The fecon mulching head is by far the most durable and will hold up to the rocks better than any other brand. Durability in your environment is up time. The FTX148L has loader arms, the most available power of any machine in its class and the lowest fuel consumption as well. The performance will amaze you. I know Power Motive Corp in Denver and Grand junction have them in stock and rent them as well as sell them. Maybe rent one for a month and then make your decision. Good luck!