Reliable Truck-Mounted Tree Spades for Superior Performance

When it comes to farming and landscaping, the efficiency and reliability of your equipment can make all the difference. At Big John, we offer truck-mounted tree spades that are meticulously designed to deliver outstanding performance for all your tree transplanting needs. Whether you’re managing a small project or undertaking a large-scale operation, our tree spades are built to provide the durability and efficiency required to ensure your job is done right the first time.

Why Choose Big John’s Tree Spades?

Our truck-mounted tree spades are engineered with precision, ensuring that each piece of equipment is capable of handling even the most demanding tasks. These spades are not just tools; they are the backbone of any successful tree transplanting project, offering:

  • Reliability: Count on our equipment to perform consistently under varying conditions, ensuring that your projects stay on schedule.
  • Efficiency: Designed to optimize the tree transplanting process, our spades help you move trees quickly and safely, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
  • Durability: Built to last, our spades are made from high-quality materials that can withstand the rigors of heavy use, providing you with a long-term investment.

  • 45D

    3″ – 4″ Diameter

    Application: Trucks

  • 55D

    5″ – 6″ Diameter

    Application: Trucks

  • 65D

    6″ – 7″ Diameter

    Application: Trucks

  • 80D

    Up to 10″ Diameter

    Application: Trucks

  • 90DAG

    10″ – 12″ Diameter

    Application: Trucks

  • 90DLP

    10″ – 12″ Diameter

    Application: Trucks

  • 90D

    10″ – 12″ Diameter

    Application: Trucks

  • 100D

    12" – 14" Diameter

    Application: Trucks

Simple, Durable, Versatile

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.

BIG Promises from BIG JOHN

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.

Explore Our Range of Tree Spades

Big John offers a diverse lineup of tree spades to accommodate different project needs, from smaller landscaping jobs to large-scale tree moving operations. Here’s a look at our available models:

  • 45D: Ideal for trees with a diameter of 3″ to 4″. This model is perfect for smaller, more precise jobs where maneuverability is key.
  • 55D: Suited for trees with a diameter of 5″ to 6″, offering a balance between size and power.
  • 65D: Handles trees with a diameter of 6″ to 7″, making it a versatile choice for medium-sized projects.
  • 80D: Capable of transplanting trees up to 10″ in diameter, this model is designed for more substantial landscaping tasks.
  • 90DAG: For trees with a diameter of 10″ to 12″, offering heavy-duty performance for demanding jobs.
  • 90DLP: Another model for trees with a diameter of 10″ to 12″, providing flexibility in application.
  • 90D: Also suitable for trees with a diameter of 10″ to 12″, this model is a staple for large-scale operations.
  • 100D: The largest in our lineup, this spade is built for trees with a diameter of 12″ to 14″, making it the ultimate solution for moving large, mature trees.

BIG Promises from BIG JOHN

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.

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.

Proven results from Proud BIG JOHN Owners

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.

Stephen Jones

Friendly service, straight to the point type. Check’m’out!

Robert Dobbins

Amazing and reliable machines.

Lukáš Kaprál

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.

Keith Kirker

Quality-built Tree Spades made by an 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 manufacturer offers the tree pod capability of taking multiple trees to the job site with 1 trip. Fuel is expensive and time isn’t cheap!

Fred Heckman

Fantastic company with people who care about your business and their products are first class with the service to back them up.

Bryon Rahn