Model 36

1″ – 3″ Trees

Application: Skid Steers

Inside Frame | Outside Frame | 3 or 4 Bladed

The Model 36" BIG JOHN nursery digger is light weight and hosts cold formed straight blades. It’s made to move trees 1” to 3” in diameter and comes complete with electric valve bank and wireless remote control.

Joining the BIG JOHN family means getting exceptional customer service for the life of your spade as well as customized options suited to your nursery needs. We offer wireless remote or cable controls to make operating your spade easier and faster for different conditions.

Available in pointed, semi-truncated, or truncated blades:

Spade Shapes

Specifications

SPECS 36 36-3ON 36-4ST 36-3IN
Tree Trunk Diameter 1″ – 3″ 1″ – 3″ 1″ – 3″ 1″ – 3″
Root Ball Width (Adjustable) 36″ 36″ 36″ 36″
Root Ball Depth (Adjustable) 29 3/4″ 30″ 23″ 30″
Root Ball Weight 795 lbs 800 lbs 935 lbs 800 lbs
Total Machine Weight 1,900 lbs 1,900 lbs 2,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Blade Tower Height (down position) 57″ 75 7/8″ 55 3/4″ 73″
Gate Opening 13″ 24″ 16″ 30″
Opening Width 111 1/2″ 75 7/8″ 88″ 113″
Number of Spades 4 3 4 3
Hydraulic Gate Lock Yes Yes Yes Yes
Adjustable Mechanical Pads No Yes Yes Yes
Spade Material AR400 AR400 AR400 AR400
Drive System (Minimum GPM) 10 – 16 GPM 10 – 16 GPM 10 – 16 GPM 10 – 16 GPM
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