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Tree Spades

Stocker 60

Spade Height
59”
Spade Width
83”
Root Ball Depth
41”
Gate Opening
31”
Spade Weight
5800
Average Root Ball Weight
2600

Stocker 65

Spade Height
60”
Spade Width
88”
Root Ball Depth
40”
Gate Opening
37”
Spade Weight
6000
Average Root Ball Weight
3000

Stocker 72

Spade Height
60”
Spade Width
92”
Root Ball Depth
42”
Gate Opening
41”
Spade Weight
6200
Average Root Ball Weight
3800

Stocker 85

Spade Height
78”
Spade Width
97”
Root Ball Depth
48”
Gate Opening
54”
Spade Weight
11,000
Average Root Ball Weight
8000

Stocker 94

Spade Height
78”
Spade Width
101”
Root Ball Depth
55”
Gate Opening
60”
Spade Weight
12,300
Average Root Ball Weight
11,000

Spade Features:

  • 8 bladed patented digging head

  • Parker / Gresen V20 hydraulics

  • Clear view of tree

  • Built in leveling system

  • Truck idle at fender valve

  • Custom paint colors available

  • Pump choices include PTO manual or air shift or front of engine Hydraulic

  • No towers means more transplant versatility

  • Digging Hydraulics at digging head – best visibility of any spade

  • Cab mounted hydraulics simplifies digging head positioning without needing to get out of truck

  • Start of hydraulic pump on fender near hydraulic valve

  • 4 pin digging head mount allows for quick head changes

  • Customized tool box installations available

  • Camera option available for simple trailer hook-up   

  • No retraction of digging head required when lowering unit means faster digging

Hydraulic System

Stocker typically uses Gresen v-20 valves for our hydraulic applications.   Gresen has proven itself with consistent quality field performance with no breakdowns.  These valves have capacity to flow 20 gal. per minute hydraulic through them providing quick cycle time for the spade blades.

Our standard application hydraulic pump has a flow of 20 to 22 gal per minute  At around 1100 engine rpm.   You may chose any The hydraulic pump for your Stocker Spade and chose from PTO mounted pump manual shift or  PTO mounted air shift which comes in 2 choices, either having to press clutch in or not.
You may also chose a front of engine hydraulic Pump which is located behind front bumper. The Model and type of truck used usually dictates which type of hydraulic pumping system can be used. 

Water Tank

All Stocker units are supplied with fresh water tank to simplify digging and planting. Typically, tanks are 250 gallons but are dictated by the specific truck and space allowed.

Stockers use an electric water pump located on fender. We find that a normal dig uses 5 to 7 gal of water, which is used as a lubricant for the blades going through dirt. Stockers use sprayer nozzles which we feel are simple to clean and can be replaced easily if damaged.

Additional Options:

Frame Slide

The Stocker frame slide system is available as an option that allows your Stocker Tree Spade head to slide on the frame forward or backward up to 16 inches without the need to move yourt truck. By having the frame slide, the operator is able adjust a tree in fractions of or many inches without requiring the operator to go to the cab and make tricky vehicle movements. This saves time, as well as assists the planter in maintaining the best possible tree positioning. Additionally, in the event a vehicle were to get stuck in soft soil, the frame slide can assist in vehicle repositioning, saving the cost and time of calling a wrecker or further assistance.

Hitch plate

Stocker is happy to add a hitch plate to your Stocker Spade unit.  Our hitch plates can accommodate the Stocker tree Pod trailer or any other street legal trailer with a  hitch.

Back up Cameras

Get around objects quickly and easily hook up trailer if being used.

Air Controls in Cab

Make installation even quicker by the ability to lower and open the digging head without getting out of truck.

Custom Color Schemes:

Unlike manufacturers who only offer their spades in stuck-in-the-box ways with only one color choice, Stocker can manufacture your spade with your custom color schemes that meet your specific needs. Your business is unique, and Stocker is there to make your professional appearance carry throughout your vehicle, not just your cab door. We pride ourselves on producing spades that accomplish jobs which others cannot, and your tree moving equipment should stand out as a testament to that ability. Contact us to learn more about Stockers custom color option.