Running the entire length of the mulching attachment, steel deflector chains improve safety by reducing flying debris.
BATTLE AX® – 20 SERIES
10,000-20,000 lb Excavators
The 20 Series Battle Ax is optimized for use on excavators ranging from 10,000 to 20,000 pounds. It features the popular depth gauge design and Loftness® exclusive two-stage cutting chamber. This maximizes performance and gives you the ability to create some of the smallest particle sizes in the industry. And it’s all backed by Loftness’ superior customer support and large dealer network.
The Tilt Hitch accessory allows you to hydraulically tilt your mulching head up to 45 degrees to the left or right. This ability can help take the productivity of your 20 Series to the next level.
The Battle Ax rotor design uses built-in depth gauges to control cutting depth, like raker teeth on a chainsaw.
Two shear bars allow the Battle Ax to produce a finer mulch with fewer passes. The primary shear bar is adjustable for controlling particle sizes.
The cutting teeth are mounted to the rotor with a single bolt. They can be easily reversed, replaced or removed on the jobsite using a common hex socket.
Choose from 4-point beaver teeth, Quadco reversible planer teeth or Double Carbide Teeth.
The 20 Series Battle Ax features a 45cc high-pressure gear motor for excavators with hydraulic systems ranging from 15 to 35.9 gallons per minute and up to 4,100 PSI (20 to 70 hydraulic horsepower). This reliable motor turns the rotor from 1,700 to 2,300 RPM.
A three-groove banded belt system efficiently transfers power to the rotor.
Rotor ends are machine turned to mate with close tolerance, machined anti-wrap rings, which minimize debris in the bearing chamber.
The Battle Ax is constructed of high-strength steel to withstand some of the toughest operating conditions.
The spade hook is a useful tool for positioning material to be mulched. A hydraulic thumb is also optional for added versatility.
A variety of mounts are available for attaching the Battle Ax to any make of excavator. Pin-on and pin grabber styles are available.
The Battle Ax comes standard with an industry-leading 2-year warranty.
Reversible with ultra-sharp, heat-treated steel knife edges, the Quadco planer blades effortlessly slice through trees and vegetation, as opposed to shredding and tearing. They can be rotated on site for a fresh cutting edge, or sharpened to maintain efficiency.
Constructed of heat-treated steel, the reversible beaver teeth have four points, which help them pick up material from the ground. They are more cost effective than planer blades, but offer less slicing performance.
Carbide cutting teeth are highly durable for withstanding tough operating conditions, such as rocky terrain. The Battle Ax rotor is designed to work well with these teeth, whereas ring-style rotors tend to have difficulty picking up material when using carbides.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model | 31BX20 | 41BX20 | 51BX20 |
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Cutting Width | 31" (0.8 m) | 41" (1 m) | 51" (1.3 m) |
Recommended Excavator Weight Range (in Pounds) | 10K-15K | 15K-20K | 15K-20K |
Overall Width | 46.25" (1.2 m) | 56.25" (1.4 m) | 66.25" (1.7 m) |
Number of Teeth | 20 | 26 | 32 |
Weight (without mount) | 879 LBS (398.7 kg) | 1,084 LBS (491.7 kg) | 1,218 LBS (552.5 kg) |
Crated Weight | 978 LBS (443.6 kg) | 1,183 LBS (536.6 kg) | 1,317 LBS (597.4 kg) |
Hydraulic Horsepower Range | 20-70 Hydraulic HP | 25-70 Hydraulic HP | 25-50 Hydraulic HP |
Hydraulic Flow Range | 15-35.9 GPM | 15-35.9 GPM | 15-35.9 GPM |