Stabilizing Pads
Our stabilizing pads create a wider base during a dig, better distributing the weight than competitors’ spades so you can use more down pressure during a dig.
Tree spade trucks from BIG JOHN have helped nurseries, landscapers and tree moving professionals tackle big jobs since 1983. BIG JOHN set the standard with innovative truck mounted tree spades since our beginning and we continue to provide high quality spades for our customers around the world.
Designed with professional movers in mind, the BIG JOHN tree spade trucks can get the job done. Our line up of tree spade trucks can be customized to suit our customers needs. Our truck mounted tree spades offers the ultimate solution for hard-working equipment for trees up to 14 inches in diameter
From high-volume nurseries to landscaping and municipal needs, we offer truck mounted tree spades for just about any tree moving application. We also offer specialized models for the pecan industry and low-profile models.
Each tree spade truck is a fully contained, operator friendly, one-person system made in America. BIG JOHN truck mounted tree spades are known for their longevity and durability and their unparalleled ability to dig in tough conditions. The BIG JOHN truck mounted tree spades are designed to operate with ease.
Our stabilizing pads create a wider base during a dig, better distributing the weight than competitors’ spades so you can use more down pressure during a dig.
On-board water storage provides lubrication for tough digging conditions needed for unprepared digging conditions. Our standard hose attachment makes cleaning and maintaining your spade a snap as well as providing water during a long-distance move if needed.
Correct for trees that have a natural tilt with internal leveling pads that allow you to adjust the spade’s digging position before relocating the tree to its final destination
Gate hinges designed for stressful conditions, our skid steer spades feature heavy duty gate hinges that beat the competition for longevity.
Our blade edges are the toughest in the business, cutting through not only tough root systems but allowing you to dig in tough soil conditions. Dig in just about any conditions with ease and minimal annual maintenance.
Anyone can learn how to operate a BIG JOHN spade with minimal instruction and successfully dig a tree in a matter of minutes. Maintenance requirements are simple, quick, and affordable with a minimal time commitment to keep your spade at peak performance.
Made with top grade plastics for heavy duty use, our slide blocks dig for thousands of tree moves with ease and simplicity. Fewer moving parts, no bolts to rust, and no small plastic parts to keep track of make the simple design of BIG JOHN spades last decades longer.
Our towers are designed with steps along the inside of the spade to give canopy access during a dig instead of only after the dig when the tree is lowered to the deck.
See what others have to say about Truck Mounted Tree Spades and BIG JOHN Spades!
I would definitely recommend the Big John tree spades to anyone looking for a reliable, efficient and robust digging machine. The style and design of the Big John 90D proved to be way better and allowed for more down pressure in much harder ground than the other manufacturers’ spade.
Friendly service, straight to the point type. Check’m’out!
Amazing and reliable machines.
Big John has been the back bone of our company for 30 years now. They are high in quality, durability, dependability, and affordability. Great response from parts and service if needed. Still moving trees in north east Florida.
Quality built Tree Spades made by a American company with a proven track record since the 1970’s.
After owning 3 different manufacturers of Tree Spades I realized I needed to use the Big John brand so I could be more efficient No other manufacture offers the tree pod capability of taking multiple trees to the job site with 1 trip. Fuel is expensive and time isn’t cheap!
Fantastic company with people who care about your business and their products are first class with the service to back them up.
