VALLEY TOOL MFG BRUSH HOUND FX26 defender mulcher 8000 - 16000 lbs. excavators

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FX26 Defender Forestry Drum Mulcher for Excavators

The FX26 Defender Forestry Drum Mulcher for Excavators is a compact, powerful mulching attachment engineered to deliver exceptional performance on 8,000–16,000 lb compact and mini excavators. Weighing only 785 lbs, the FX26 combines rugged durability with efficient cutting capability, making it ideal for demanding vegetation management and land clearing applications.

Designed to operate on standard thumb circuits with hydraulic flows as low as 15–17 GPM, the FX26 provides professional mulching performance without requiring machine modifications. Its direct-drive system and high-momentum flywheel-style cutter drum store energy for consistent cutting power, allowing the attachment to efficiently shred brush, vines, grasses, and trees up to 6 inches in diameter.

Equipped with Quadco QUAD TOOTH® cutter knives, the FX26 offers long-lasting durability and easy maintenance. Each 1⅝” steel alloy knife features four usable cutting edges, maximizing tool life and minimizing downtime. The optimized drum design prevents vines from wrapping while maintaining consistent torque for smoother mulching performance.

Built with contractors and land managers in mind, the FX26 Defender is a reliable year-round tool for property maintenance, right-of-way clearing, view restoration, and wildfire defensible space management.

Built for Compact Excavators

The FX26 Defender is specifically engineered to bring high-performance mulching capability to smaller excavator platforms without sacrificing efficiency or durability.

Ideal Applications

• Property and land maintenance

• Right-of-way and fence line clearing

• Trail and path creation

• Vegetation control and brush management

• Wildfire defensible space clearing

• Clearing views and overgrowth

Key Features

Quadco QUAD TOOTH® Cutter Knives

• Easy-to-change 1⅝" steel alloy knives

• Four cutting positions per tooth for extended service life

Hydraulic Direct Drive System

• Increased torque and cutting efficiency

• Reduced maintenance compared to belt-driven systems

Compact but Powerful Cutting Performance

• Cuts grasses, vines, brush, and trees up to 6 inches

• Drum momentum improves shredding efficiency

Optimized for Mini Excavators

• Operates on 15–17 GPM auxiliary hydraulic flow

• No case drain required

Standard Equipment

• Chain discharge curtain for operator safety

• Integrated thumb saddle

• Bearing protection system

• Direct drive hydraulic motor

• Bolt-on mount capability

• 100" hydraulic hoses with fittings

• Auxiliary pressure set to 3350 PSI

Engineered for Performance and Reliability

The FX26 Defender uses a flywheel-style cutter drum design that stores energy and delivers consistent cutting power while reducing strain on the excavator’s hydraulic system. This design helps keep the machine from going into hydraulic relief while maximizing cutting efficiency and minimizing wear on drive components.

Whether you're clearing heavy brush, maintaining property, or creating wildfire defensible space, the FX26 Defender Forestry Mulcher delivers powerful performance, dependable durability, and easy maintenance in a compact excavator attachment.

Cutting Capacity: 0.5" – 6"
Weight: 785 lbs
Required Hydraulic Flow: 15–17 GPM
Compatible Excavators: 8,000–16,000 lbs