Transplanting trees can be tricky. If you work in landscaping, wholesale tree nurseries, municipal parks, or forestry, you probably face many challenges to protect your trees’ roots and structure. That’s why finding reliable, efficient, and safe equipment is essential to maintaining healthy trees and beautiful environments.

At Big John Manufacturing, we understand this challenge and are here to help. With almost five decades of experience, we provide top-tier tree transplanting equipment for sale in Minnesota that meets the highest standards. With our durable and innovative machines, you can move trees safely, ensuring they thrive in their new locations. Let’s get started!

Model 40 skid steer tree spade

A Full Lineup of Tree Moving Equipment Sales in Minnesota

From digging to transport, Big John Manufacturing provides the tools professionals trust to get the job done right:

Tree Spades

Our tree spades are designed for strength, precision, and ease of use. They handle trees of all sizes while protecting the root system and ensuring successful transplants.

Attachments

Get more from your equipment with our durable attachments. Whether working in tight spots or on large properties, these tools help you adapt quickly and boost efficiency.

Accessories

Keep your operations running smoothly with performance-enhancing accessories. From hydraulic controls to tool kits, we offer everything you need to optimize your setup.

Tree Pods

Our heavy-duty tree pods make tree transport safer and more stable. They reduce shock and protect the root ball during transit, giving your trees a better chance to thrive.

Big John Manufacturing: Ready to Equip You

Big John Manufacturing offers tree-moving equipment that caters to your needs. Whether you're in landscaping, wholesale nurseries, or municipal forestry, our products are designed to simplify your work while delivering excellent results. We deliver:

  • Healthier Trees, Better Results: Our equipment protects root systems, improving tree survival rates after transplanting.
  • Versatile Machines for Every Job: We offer a wide range of tree transplanter machines in Minnesota, suited for different tree sizes and soil types.
  • Built to Last: Tough, reliable construction means fewer breakdowns and long-term value.
  • Support You Can Count On: Our expert team provides ongoing service to keep your equipment running strong.

How to Get Started

  1. Identify the type of trees and project requirements you have.
  2. Contact Big John Manufacturing to discuss the best tree transplanter for your needs.
  3. Receive, set up, and start transplanting your trees safely and efficiently.

Equip Yourself with The Best

Choosing the wrong equipment can compromise tree health and cost you time and money. Big John Manufacturing can help you avoid that! We understand the unique demands of businesses like yours and provide transplanting equipment for sale in Minnesota that makes your operations easier. Experience the difference today!

Features on all Models

Control your skid steer tree spade with ease inside the skid steer with cabled controls or from anywhere with a wireless remote that allows for easy operation.

Gate hinges designed for stressful conditions, our skid steer spades feature heavy duty gate hinges that beat the competition for longevity.

Add on stabilizers or other optional features to make your skidsteer tree spade more robust with an extra valve section for add-on hydraulic components.

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 blades are cold-formed from AR400 steel, making them durable and strong for all kinds of digging conditions and maintain their integrity for decades. The blades are also fluted to distribute the stress of digging better in tough conditions.

Get the level of digging speed you need with adjustable valve bodies on all our skid steer tree spades. Slow spades down for safety with new operators or speed up for seasoned spade users for efficiency.

Features on all Models

Control your skid steer tree spade with ease inside the skid steer with cabled controls or from anywhere with a wireless remote that allows for easy operation.

Gate hinges designed for stressful conditions, our skid steer spades feature heavy duty gate hinges that beat the competition for longevity.

Add on stabilizers or other optional features to make your skidsteer tree spade more robust with an extra valve section for add-on hydraulic components.

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 blades are cold-formed from AR400 steel, making them durable and strong for all kinds of digging conditions and maintain their integrity for decades. The blades are also fluted to distribute the stress of digging better in tough conditions.

Get the level of digging speed you need with adjustable valve bodies on all our skid steer tree spades. Slow spades down for safety with new operators or speed up for seasoned spade users for efficiency.

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