If you run a wheel loader and you're spending serious money renting dedicated mulching machines or brush cutters, there's a better way. The Forax Loader Mounted Implement Boom and Mulcher Arrangement turns your existing loader into a fully capable vegetation management machine — without replacing what you already own.
At Forestry Pro Supply, we carry equipment built for real land clearing work. This boom-and-mulcher system is one of the most practical attachments we've seen for contractors, municipalities, utility crews, and forestry operators who need reach, power, and flexibility from a single machine.
What Is a Loader Mounted Mulcher Boom?
A loader mounted mulcher boom is a hydraulic implement boom that attaches directly to your wheel loader's existing coupler. Instead of requiring a dedicated carrier or skid steer, the boom plugs into your loader's hydraulic system and gives you an articulating arm — up to 22 feet of reach — with a mulching or brush-cutting head on the end.
The concept is simple: you already have a powerful machine sitting in your yard. Why not make it do more?
Forax Loader Boom: Key Specifications
Here's what the Forax system brings to the job site:
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reach | 22 feet |
| Weight | 2,800 lbs |
| Cutting Width | 72 inches |
| Head Options | Mulcher or Brush Cutter |
| Oil Flow Requirement | 25–30 GPM |
| Carrier Requirements | 30,000–35,000 lbs with hydrostatic drive |
The 22-foot reach is a standout number. That kind of horizontal extension lets operators clear roadside vegetation, fence lines, ditch banks, and overgrown right-of-ways without repositioning the machine constantly. Combined with a 72-inch cutting head, you're clearing serious ground with every pass.
Why This Attachment Makes Sense for Wheel Loader Operators
It Mounts to Your Existing Loader Coupler
No custom fabrication, no exotic mounting systems. The Forax boom mounts to a standard loader coupler, which means the swap between your bucket and the boom arm is fast and straightforward. Downtime between tasks stays minimal.
It Uses Your On-Board Loader Hydraulics
This is where the Forax design really earns its value. The system taps into hydraulics you already have — no auxiliary power unit, no separate engine, no added fuel cost. Your loader's existing oil flow (25–30 GPM) drives the boom and the cutting head simultaneously.
One Operator, One Joystick
Single joystick control means one person handles the entire operation with one hand. The boom is highly maneuverable and the operator has excellent sightlines to the cutting head at all times. That combination makes precision work — clearing near fences, structures, or waterways — genuinely manageable rather than a guessing game.
Quick Coupler Head Changes
The Forax system uses a quick coupler that lets you swap between the mulcher head and the brush cutter head without tools and without significant downtime. If your jobs vary between heavy mulching work and lighter brush cutting, you don't need two separate setups — just one attachment with two heads.
Mulcher Head vs. Brush Cutter Head: Which Do You Need?
Mulcher Head — Best for sites where you want material processed and left on the ground. The mulcher grinds woody material into chips, which decompose naturally and reduce hauling costs. Ideal for right-of-way clearing, pipeline corridors, and reforestation prep work.
Brush Cutter Head — Best for cutting and knocking down vegetation without full mulching. Faster on lighter material, well suited for maintaining growth along roads, fence lines, and utility corridors.
If you're not sure which head fits your operation, call us at Forestry Pro Supply and we'll help you spec the right setup for your typical job conditions.
Ideal Applications for the Forax Loader Boom
- Roadside vegetation management — Municipalities and county road crews can clear shoulders, ditches, and sight lines efficiently
- Utility right-of-way maintenance — Keep power line and pipeline corridors clear without sending in separate equipment
- Forestry site prep — Clear competing vegetation before planting or harvesting operations
- Fence line clearing — Get into tight areas with extended reach without moving the machine as often
- Wetland and riparian buffer maintenance — The boom's reach keeps the carrier machine on solid ground while the head works near water
Carrier Requirements: Is Your Loader Compatible?
The Forax loader boom is designed for carriers in the 30,000–35,000 lb class with hydrostatic drive. That weight range puts it squarely in the mid-size to large wheel loader category — machines common among contractors, municipalities, and forestry operations.
Hydrostatic drive is a firm requirement. It gives the operator fine-speed control at low ground speeds, which is exactly what you need when running an articulating boom attachment in precise vegetation management work.
If you're unsure whether your machine meets the hydraulic flow or weight requirements, reach out to the team at Forestry Pro Supply and we can verify compatibility before you commit.
Why Buy From Forestry Pro Supply?
At Forestry Pro Supply, we specialize in equipment built for demanding outdoor work — forestry, land clearing, site prep, and vegetation management. We carry attachments and implements from manufacturers who build for real production environments, not weekend hobby use.
When you buy through us, you get:
- Expert pre-purchase guidance — We help you match equipment to your specific carrier and application
- Support after the sale — We're not a drop-ship operation; we stand behind what we sell
- Industry-focused inventory — Everything we carry is selected for professionals who depend on their equipment to perform
Bottom Line
If you operate a wheel loader in the 30,000–35,000 lb class and you're doing any kind of brush clearing, roadside maintenance, or vegetation management, the Forax Loader Mounted Implement Boom and Mulcher is worth a serious look. It leverages equipment you already own, cuts down on the number of machines you need on site, and puts a 22-foot reach with a 72-inch cutting head at your fingertips — all controlled from one joystick.