Description
Perfect Match for the RIPPA RS20
The ARTER RK5014W is a professional-grade forestry drum mulcher designed for skid steers and compact track loaders. Engineered for land clearing, right-of-way maintenance, vegetation management, and forestry applications, the RK5014W transforms brush, saplings, and standing timber into fine mulch while maintaining excellent visibility and maneuverability. Its compact 50-inch working width makes it ideal for operating in confined areas where larger mulchers cannot access.
Key Features
50″ Working Width
Compact enough for tight access areas while providing exceptional productivity for commercial land-clearing operations.
Forestry Drum Rotor
The 14-inch diameter rotor is equipped with 25 replaceable carbide teeth designed to efficiently process brush, saplings, and trees into fine mulch.
Standard-Flow Compatible
Designed to operate on standard-flow skid steers, making forestry mulching accessible without requiring an expensive dedicated high-flow machine.
Fine Mulch Production
Drum-style mulching produces smaller, more uniform material than disc mulchers, reducing cleanup and leaving a professional finished appearance.
Heavy-Duty Construction
Built with a reinforced steel housing and commercial-grade components for demanding land-clearing and forestry environments.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | RK5014W |
| Working Width | 50 in |
| Rotor Diameter | 14 in |
| Number of Teeth | 25 |
| Hydraulic Flow Requirement | 15–35 GPM |
| Maximum Hydraulic Pressure | 5,000 PSI |
| Continuous Cutting Capacity | 6 in |
| Intermittent Cutting Capacity | 8 in |
| Attachment Weight | 1,500 lbs |
| Overall Length | 54.5 in |
| Overall Width | 63.5 in |
| Overall Height | 55.2 in |
| Mounting System | Universal Skid Steer Quick Attach |
| Drive System | Hydraulic Drum Drive |
Recommended Applications
- Forestry Mulching
- Land Clearing
- Property Development
- Trail Construction
- Utility Corridors
- Right-of-Way Maintenance
- Farm & Ranch Management
- Vegetation Control
- Site Preparation
Perfect Match for the RIPPA RS20
The ARTER RK5014W pairs exceptionally well with the RIPPA RS20 Skid Steer Loader. The RS20’s Kubota diesel engine and high-capacity hydraulic system provide the hydraulic flow and pressure needed to maximize mulching performance in demanding vegetation management applications.
Together, the RIPPA RS20 and ARTER RK5014W create a highly productive forestry package capable of processing brush, saplings, and trees up to 6 inches continuously and up to 8 inches intermittently while maintaining excellent maneuverability and operator control.
Why Choose a Drum Mulcher?
Compared to rotary brush cutters and disc mulchers, drum mulchers produce finer material, reduce debris throw, and leave a cleaner finished surface. This makes them ideal for property development, trail systems, fire mitigation projects, and professional vegetation management.
