Skid Steer, Tractor & Excavator Attachment Frequently Asked Questions

Choosing the right attachment starts with understanding your machine, your application, and the specifications that matter most.

Schweitzer Farms & Sales offers attachments for skid steers, mini skid steers, tractors, excavators, and other compact equipment. Our inventory includes buckets, grapples, brush cutters, forestry attachments, tillage equipment, snow equipment, pallet forks, post-hole diggers, trenchers, tree pullers, tree shears, material-handling equipment, and more.

If you know what job you need to accomplish but aren't sure which attachment is right, contact Schweitzer Farms & Sales at (402) 946-7771.
1. What types of attachments does Schweitzer Farms & Sales sell?

Schweitzer Farms & Sales sells attachments for skid steers, mini skid steers, tractors, excavators, and other compact equipment.

Our product categories include buckets, grapples, brush cutters, forestry attachments, tree shears, tree pullers, stump buckets, pallet forks, post-hole diggers, trenchers, rotary tillers, land levelers, snow equipment, hay bale attachments, material-handling equipment, and more.

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2. What equipment can run our attachments?

Our inventory includes attachments designed for:

  • Skid steers
  • Compact track loaders
  • Mini skid steers
  • Tractors
  • Excavators
  • Mini excavators
  • Other compatible compact equipment

Compatibility varies by attachment. Always verify the machine's specifications before purchasing.
3. How do I know which attachment is right for my machine?

Start with four pieces of information:

  1. Your machine's make and model
  2. Rated operating capacity or operating weight
  3. Auxiliary hydraulic flow and pressure
  4. The job in which you need the attachment to perform

Attachment weight, mounting configuration, hydraulic requirements, and machine capacity should all be considered before purchasing.

If you are unsure, please call us at (402) 946-7771.
4. Do you sell attachments for contractors?

Yes. Many of our attachments are suited for construction, excavation, landscaping, utility, site preparation, land clearing, and material-handling applications.
5. Do you sell attachments for farmers and ranchers?

Yes. Our inventory includes agricultural and material-handling equipment for applications such as hay handling, tillage, land maintenance, grading, brush clearing, fencing, and material handling.
6. Do you sell attachments for landscaping companies?

Yes. Landscaping contractors can use attachments such as grapples, brush cutters, trenchers, augers, grading attachments, buckets, pallet forks, and other tools to increase the versatility of their equipment.
7. Can one attachment perform multiple jobs?

Some attachments are specifically designed to perform multiple functions.

For example, certain specialty buckets and grapples can combine material handling with additional processing or clearing capabilities. The CMP Mini Hydra Bucket is an example of a multifunctional mini skid steer attachment designed for general-purpose bucket work as well as material processing.
8. Do skid steer attachments fit all skid steers?

No.

Although many skid steers use a standardized quick-attach mounting system, hydraulic flow, hydraulic pressure, attachment weight, operating capacity, electrical requirements, and other specifications can differ between machines.

Always verify compatibility before purchasing.
9. What information do I need to determine skid steer attachment compatibility?

Provide:

  • Machine manufacturer
  • Machine model
  • Rated operating capacity
  • Operating weight
  • Auxiliary hydraulic flow
  • Hydraulic pressure
  • Quick-attach type
  • Standard-flow or high-flow configuration
  • Intended application

Providing this information before purchasing can help prevent an expensive compatibility problem.
10. What is the difference between standard-flow and high-flow attachments?

The primary difference is the amount of hydraulic flow required by the attachment.

Standard-flow attachments operate within the auxiliary hydraulic range of standard-flow machines.

High-flow attachments require substantially greater hydraulic flow and are typically used for more hydraulically demanding applications.

Always compare the attachment manufacturer's required GPM and PSI with your machine's specifications.
11. Can I use a high-flow attachment on a standard-flow skid steer?

Not necessarily.

A high-flow attachment may require more hydraulic flow than a standard-flow machine can provide.

Using an attachment outside its specified hydraulic range can reduce performance and potentially damage equipment.

Always verify the manufacturer's hydraulic requirements.
12. Does attachment weight matter?

Yes.

Attachment weight affects the machine's available lifting capacity, balance, stability, transportability, and overall performance.

A larger attachment is not automatically better. The attachment should be appropriately matched to the machine.
13. What is the difference between a root grapple and a brush grapple?

A root grapple is generally designed with a structure that allows the operator to separate or collect soil, roots, rocks, and vegetation while handling larger debris.

A brush grapple is generally optimized for collecting and transporting brush and vegetation.

The best configuration depends on the material and application.

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14. What is the best skid steer attachment for clearing brush?

Common options include:

  • Brush cutters
  • Rotary cutters
  • Forestry mulchers
  • Grapples
  • Tree shears
  • Tree pullers
  • Stump grinders

The correct choice depends on whether you need to cut vegetation, mulch it, remove it, or process the remaining stumps and roots.
15. What is a skid steer brush cutter used for?

Brush cutters are designed to cut vegetation such as grass, brush, weeds, and small trees depending on the attachment and manufacturer's specifications.

Schweitzer Farms & Sales' inventory includes brush cutters ranging from standard-duty configurations to heavy-duty and high-flow models.

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16. What is a forestry mulcher?

A forestry mulcher is a hydraulically powered attachment designed to process vegetation, brush, trees, and woody material into smaller pieces.

Forestry mulchers are generally used for demanding vegetation-management and land-clearing applications.

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17. What is the difference between a brush cutter and a forestry mulcher?

A brush cutter primarily cuts vegetation.

A forestry mulcher processes vegetation and woody material into mulch.

The right choice depends on the size and type of vegetation and the desired finished result.
18. What attachment is best for removing trees?

Several attachments may be appropriate depending on tree size and site conditions.

Options include:

  • Tree shears
  • Tree pullers
  • Grapples
  • Forestry saws
  • Brush cutters
  • Forestry mulchers

For larger trees, hydraulic flow, attachment weight, machine horsepower, and operating capacity become especially important.

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19. What attachments are available for mini skid steers?

Schweitzer Farms & Sales offers mini skid steer attachments including:

  • Buckets
  • Grapples
  • Root grapples
  • Boom poles
  • Hydraulic attachments
  • Brush and land-clearing equipment
  • Other compact-equipment attachments

The current inventory includes mini skid steer grapples and specialized products such as the Mini Hydra Bucket.

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20. Are mini skid steer attachments interchangeable?

Not necessarily.

Mini skid steers can use different mounting systems and have substantially different hydraulic and lifting capabilities.

Verify the attachment mounting configuration and machine specifications before purchasing.
21. What tractor attachments does Schweitzer Farms & Sales sell?

Our tractor and 3-point inventory includes equipment for:

  • Tillage
  • Grading
  • Land maintenance
  • Hay handling
  • Material handling
  • Landscaping
  • Agricultural applications

Available products vary by inventory.

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22. How do I know if a 3-point attachment fits my tractor?

Verify:

  • Tractor horsepower
  • Three-point hitch category
  • Lift capacity
  • PTO requirements, if applicable
  • Hydraulic requirements
  • Implement weight
  • Intended application
23. Does Schweitzer Farms & Sales sell excavator attachments?

Yes.

The site offers attachments for excavators and mini excavators, including specialized equipment for demolition, material handling, forestry, and other applications.

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24. How do I choose an excavator attachment?

Start with:

  • Excavator make and model
  • Operating weight
  • Hydraulic flow
  • Hydraulic pressure
  • Mounting configuration
  • Attachment weight
  • Intended application

For hydraulic attachments, matching the attachment to the excavator's hydraulic system is particularly important.
25. Do you ship attachments?

Yes. Freight requirements and costs vary depending on the product and destination.
26. Can I get a freight quote before ordering?

Yes.

Because attachment dimensions, weight, destination, and delivery requirements affect freight costs, contact Schweitzer Farms & Sales for assistance with shipping.