Browse 57+ equipment for tree service professionals.
STIHL
The MS 500i is STIHL's first chainsaw with electronically controlled fuel injection. It delivers instant throttle response with no carburetor to adjust, and puts out more power per pound than any other STIHL saw. Built for professional fallers and arborists who need top-end performance.
$1,100 - $1,300
STIHL
The MS 261 C-M is the workhorse of many tree service operations. It hits the sweet spot between power and weight for everyday climbing and ground work. The M-Tronic system automatically adjusts fuel mixture so it runs clean in any weather.
$600 - $700
STIHL
The MS 201 TC-M is STIHL's top-of-the-line arborist climbing saw. It weighs under 8 pounds and has a top-handle design built for one-handed use in the canopy. Most professional climbers consider it the best climbing saw available.
$700 - $800
Husqvarna
The 572 XP is Husqvarna's most powerful professional chainsaw. It can run bars up to 32 inches and has enough power for large hardwood removals. The X-Torq engine runs cleaner and uses less fuel than previous models.
$900 - $1,100
Husqvarna
The T540i XP is Husqvarna's battery-powered top-handle climbing saw. It runs off the same 40V battery platform as their other pro tools and delivers performance close to a gas climbing saw. No exhaust fumes in the canopy is a real advantage on long climbing days.
$500 - $650
Husqvarna
The 550 XP Mark II is Husqvarna's answer to the STIHL MS 261. It is a mid-size professional saw that handles well for both ground work and light climbing. AutoTune keeps the carburetor dialed in automatically so it runs right every time you pick it up.
$650 - $750
ECHO
The CS-590 is a popular mid-range saw for tree service companies that need a reliable ground saw without the price tag of a pro-level STIHL or Husqvarna. It has a 59.8cc engine and handles 18-20 inch bars well for general tree work.
$350 - $430
Bandit Industries
The 2090XP is one of the most popular hand-fed chippers in the tree service industry. It takes 18-inch diameter material and can run all day without slowing down. Most tree service companies that run a Bandit stay with the brand for their entire fleet.
$55,000 - $75,000
Vermeer
The BC1800XL is Vermeer's flagship hand-fed chipper with an 18-inch capacity. It uses Vermeer's EcoIdle system to save fuel during idle and has a SmartFeed system that adjusts feed rate based on engine load. A solid choice for crews doing heavy residential work.
$55,000 - $70,000
Morbark
The Beever M18R is a compact 18-inch capacity chipper that punches above its weight class. It has a smaller footprint than competing 18-inch machines, which makes it easier to tow through residential neighborhoods. The feed system is aggressive and handles crooked limbs well.
$50,000 - $68,000
Bandit Industries
The 1590XP is a 15-inch capacity chipper that hits the sweet spot for smaller tree service companies. It costs less than an 18-inch machine, uses less fuel, and handles the majority of residential tree work. A lot of crews start with a 1590 and add a larger chipper later.
$40,000 - $55,000
Rayco
The RG100X is a full-size self-propelled stump grinder with a 100hp engine. It handles large stumps quickly and can cut 20 inches below grade. The tracks give it good traction on slopes and soft ground where wheeled machines get stuck.
$85,000 - $110,000
Vermeer
The SC852 is a mid-size self-propelled stump grinder that fits through a 36-inch gate. It has an 85hp engine and can cut 18 inches below grade. The narrow profile makes it the go-to machine for backyard stumps where larger grinders cannot access.
$70,000 - $90,000
Carlton Professional
The SP7015 is Carlton's flagship self-propelled stump grinder with a 70hp diesel engine. Carlton machines are known for aggressive cutting performance and this model handles stumps up to 36 inches in diameter efficiently. Popular with dedicated stump grinding operations.
$55,000 - $72,000
Rayco
The RG37 is a compact handlebar stump grinder that fits through a standard gate and handles most residential stumps. At 37hp, it has enough power for medium-size stumps while being small enough for one operator to load on a trailer. A good starter machine for crews adding stump grinding to their services.
$18,000 - $24,000
Altec Industries
The AT40G is one of the most common bucket trucks in tree service fleets. It gives 40 feet of working height mounted on a standard Class 5 chassis. The articulating boom with a fiberglass upper makes it versatile for reaching over obstacles and into tight canopy spaces.
$75,000 - $120,000
Altec Industries
The LR760E is a 60-foot rear-mount aerial device built for tree work. The overcenter design lets the bucket reach past the front of the truck, which is critical for working near buildings and over fences. This is the truck most mid-to-large tree companies run as their primary aerial.
$150,000 - $220,000
Terex Utilities
The XT Pro 60 is a 60-foot aerial lift from Terex with their HiRanger brand heritage. It provides solid reach for tall tree work and the telescopic upper boom gives precise bucket positioning. Well-suited for utility and tree service operations that need a reliable mid-range aerial.
$140,000 - $200,000
Silky Saws
The Zubat 330 is one of the most popular hand saws among professional arborists. The 13-inch curved blade cuts fast on the pull stroke and the rubber grip handles hours of use without causing hand fatigue. Most climbers keep one on their saddle at all times.
$55 - $70
Silky Saws
The Hayauchi is a telescoping pole saw that extends up to 21 feet. It lets climbers and ground crews prune limbs at height without a ladder or climbing the tree. The blade cuts fast and clean, and the locking mechanism holds solid at full extension.
$200 - $260
Felco
The Felco 2 is the original bypass pruner and still the most popular model. It cuts clean up to 1-inch diameter branches and every part is replaceable, from the blade to the spring to the handle. A lot of arborists have been using the same Felco 2 for over a decade with just blade replacements.
$55 - $65
Petzl
The ZIGZAG PLUS is a mechanical Prusik for tree climbing that works on double rope technique (DdRT). It gives smooth ascent and descent with one-handed operation. A lot of climbers have switched from traditional friction hitches to the ZIGZAG because it is easier on the body during long days.
$250 - $290
DMM International
The DMM Rigging Hub is a central attachment point for multi-leg rigging setups in tree work. It replaces the old method of using a single large carabiner for multiple slings and gives each connection its own loading axis. Cleaner rigging, fewer tangles, better load distribution.
$180 - $220
Protos (Pfanner)
The Protos Integral is the helmet most professional arborists wear. It combines head protection, hearing protection, and a mesh face shield in one integrated unit. The ventilation system keeps your head cool and the fit is adjustable enough to work with different head shapes.
$250 - $320
Petzl
The VERTEX VENT is a ventilated helmet designed for tree climbing and work at height. It has mounting points for Petzl headlamps and face shields, and the CenterFit adjustment system keeps it stable during dynamic movements in the canopy.
$90 - $120
ECHO
The CS-2511T is ECHO's lightweight top-handle climbing saw. At 5.6 pounds dry, it is one of the lightest gas climbing saws on the market. It does not have the raw power of the STIHL 201 but it costs significantly less and handles pruning work well.
$350 - $420
STIHL
The MS 362 sits between the MS 261 and the MS 500i in STIHL's pro lineup. It has enough power for 20-24 inch bars and handles large removals where the 261 runs out of steam. Plenty of tree services run the 362 as their primary ground saw.
$800 - $950
Husqvarna
The 3120 XP is Husqvarna's biggest chainsaw at 118.8cc. It is built for milling large logs and felling the biggest trees. Not something most tree service companies use daily, but when you need to run a 36-inch bar or larger, this is the saw for the job.
$1,800 - $2,100
Vermeer
The BC700XL is a compact 7-inch capacity chipper that tows behind a pickup truck. It handles brush and small limbs for residential work. Good for landscape companies adding basic chipping capability or as a secondary chipper for a tree service fleet.
$18,000 - $25,000
Bandit Industries
The 12XPC is a 12-inch capacity chipper that bridges the gap between small brush chippers and full-size commercial machines. It handles most residential tree work and costs less to operate than an 18-inch chipper. A practical choice for growing companies.
$28,000 - $38,000
Rayco
The RG165T is a large track-mounted stump grinder with 160hp. It handles the biggest stumps and cuts deep below grade for development sites. The track drive gives it stability on steep grades and soft soil where wheeled machines struggle.
$140,000 - $175,000
Vermeer
The SC292 is a compact handlebar stump grinder that fits through a 29-inch opening. It is one of the narrowest stump grinders on the market, making it ideal for accessing stumps through narrow gates, side yards, and other tight spaces common in residential work.
$14,000 - $19,000
Fecon
The Bull Hog BHP270 is a skid steer mounted mulching head that handles trees up to 8 inches in diameter. It turns standing trees and brush into mulch in a single pass. Widely used for land clearing, right-of-way maintenance, and lot clearing by tree service companies.
$22,000 - $30,000
Timberwolf Manufacturing
The TW-6 is Timberwolf's commercial log splitter with a 6-second cycle time. It handles rounds up to 25 inches in diameter and operates both horizontally and vertically. Tree service companies that sell firewood use it to process large volumes efficiently.
$3,500 - $4,500
Arborjet
The TREE I.V. is Arborjet's trunk injection system for delivering insecticides, fungicides, and nutrients directly into trees. It uses a pressurized micro-infusion method that gets product into the tree's vascular system quickly with minimal drilling damage.
$800 - $1,200
Petzl
The SEQUOIA SRT is a tree climbing harness designed for both single rope technique (SRT) and double rope technique. It has wide waist and leg straps for comfort during long climbing days and multiple attachment points for positioning and work lanyards.
$400 - $480
Teufelberger
The xStatic is a popular 11.7mm climbing line for double rope technique. It has low elongation for efficient climbing and a firm hand that works well with mechanical devices. One of the top-selling professional climbing lines in North America.
$200 - $280
Samson Rope
The Voyager is a 12.5mm climbing line built for double rope technique. It has a soft hand that is easy to grip and works well with traditional friction hitches. The braided cover resists abrasion and holds up through heavy use.
$180 - $250
STIHL
The BR 800 X MAGNUM is STIHL's most powerful backpack blower. Tree service crews use it to clean up job sites fast after removals and chipping. It moves the most air of any STIHL blower and clears heavy debris piles in minutes.
$700 - $800
Husqvarna
The 580BTS is Husqvarna's top-end backpack blower for commercial use. It puts out 908 cfm and handles heavy cleanup after tree jobs. The X-Torq engine gives it good fuel economy for a blower this powerful.
$550 - $650
STIHL
The HT 135 is a professional gas-powered pole saw with a reach of about 15 feet. It handles limbs up to 8 inches in diameter from the ground, which saves climbers time on pruning jobs. The power-to-weight ratio is good enough for all-day use.
$600 - $700
Rotobec
The Rotobec Elite 520 is a hydraulic log grapple mounted on knuckleboom loaders. Tree service companies use it to pick up logs and brush during removals and load them onto chip trucks. It handles logs up to about 20 inches in diameter and rotates 360 degrees.
$5,000 - $7,500
Portable Winch
The PCW5000 is a gas-powered capstan winch used for pulling trees in a controlled direction during felling. It gives the crew a mechanical pulling force of up to 2,200 lbs, which is often the difference between a safe fell and a tree going the wrong way.
$1,600 - $1,900
National Crane
The NBT30H is a 30-ton boom truck that many tree service companies use for crane-assisted removals. It mounts on a standard commercial truck chassis and can set up in tight residential spaces. The boom extends to 102 feet, which covers most residential tree heights.
$200,000 - $320,000
Southco Industries
Southco makes forestry truck bodies (chip boxes) that mount on standard commercial chassis. These are the dump bodies you see on the back of tree service trucks that hold wood chips. Their bodies are built with steel construction and range from 11 to 14 feet.
$8,000 - $14,000
DMM International
The Pinto Rig is a large rigging pulley designed for lowering heavy wood sections during tree removals. It handles up to 50kN and the wide sheave reduces rope wear. Most tree service companies keep at least one Pinto in their rigging kit.
$130 - $160
Notch Equipment
The Omni-Block 2.6 is a versatile rigging pulley with a swivel that allows it to auto-align with the load direction. It handles 36kN and works well as both a redirect and a lowering block. The swivel prevents rope twist during long lowering operations.
$180 - $220
Yale Cordage
The XTC-12 is a 12-strand braided rigging line used as a bull rope for lowering large wood sections. It is strong, lightweight, and easy to splice. A 3/4-inch diameter XTC-12 breaks at over 20,000 lbs, which handles most residential tree rigging.
$200 - $350
Arborwear
The Ascender pants have chainsaw protection meeting UL Class A standards and are cut specifically for tree climbing. They stretch where you need flexibility and have reinforced knees and seat panels. One of the few chainsaw pants designed with climbing in mind rather than ground-based logging.
$200 - $260
Pfanner
Pfanner's Gladiator Extreme chainsaw pants offer Class 1 protection (20 m/s) and are built for daily use in tree care. The Cordura outer fabric is tough and the fit allows full range of motion for climbing. Among European arborists, these are the standard.
$250 - $330
Buckingham Manufacturing
The ErgoVation is a climbing saddle designed for arborists who do a lot of spur climbing. It has a floating bridge that reduces fatigue during extended time on spurs and the leg straps adjust for different body positions in the tree.
$350 - $420
Bobcat Company
The SG60 is a skid steer stump grinder attachment that turns a Bobcat into a stump grinding machine. It handles stumps up to 6 inches below grade and works well for clearing lots where there are multiple stumps. Cheaper than buying a dedicated stump grinder for occasional use.
$7,000 - $10,000
Caterpillar
The HM518 is a heavy-duty forestry mulching head for CAT skid steers and compact track loaders. It handles trees up to 10 inches in diameter and turns them into ground-level mulch in a single pass. Used for land clearing and lot preparation by tree service companies.
$25,000 - $35,000
STIHL
The MS 194 T is STIHL's entry-level professional top-handle saw. It weighs just 7.3 pounds and costs about half of the MS 201 TC-M. It works well for light pruning and is a good backup climbing saw. Some crews keep one on the truck for quick small jobs.
$380 - $430
Vermeer
The SC382 is a mid-range self-propelled stump grinder that fits through a 38-inch gate. It has a 37hp engine and handles most residential stumps. The AutoSweep feature moves the cutter head back and forth automatically, reducing operator fatigue on big stump jobs.
$24,000 - $32,000
Corona Tools
The RazorTOOTH RS 7120 is a folding pruning saw with a 7-inch blade. It fits in a pocket or saddle pouch and handles small pruning cuts quickly. Many climbers carry one as a backup to their primary saw for quick cuts that do not justify starting a chainsaw.
$15 - $22
Notch Equipment
The Big Shot is a slingshot-style throw line launcher that attaches to a standard pole saw shaft. It launches a throw weight and line into tree canopies up to 80 feet high. Faster and more accurate than hand-throwing, and a lot of climbers consider it essential gear.
$55 - $70