Kodiak 700

Grapple Saw

The Kodiak 700 Grapple Saw is built for precision tree felling and sectioning, designed to handle demanding work with confidence and safety. Featuring an advanced grapple and saw system, it delivers controlled cutting of large-diameter trees while reducing risks in high-stakes environments. Operators secure the tree firmly with the powerful grapple before activating the saw, ensuring cleaner cuts and minimising the danger of uncontrolled falls. Engineered for strength, reliability, and operator safety, the Kodiak 700 is the ultimate choice for professional tree management.
  • High-Strength HARDOX® Construction – Made with durable HARDOX® steel for a lighter, stronger frame that delivers exceptional wear resistance and longevity.
  • Precision Hydraulic Grapple – Equipped with a powerful hydraulic cylinder for a secure, controlled grip on trees, ensuring safer, cleaner cuts.
  • Advanced Saw Technology – Features automatic chain tensioning, bar retraction, and self-lubrication for reliable, low-maintenance cutting performance.
  • Versatile Mounting Options – Includes bolt-on adapter plates compatible with excavators, telehandlers, and cranes for flexible, easy installation.
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Kodiak 700 Specification

Metric Imperial
ModelKodiak 700
Vehicle Weight14t - 30t
Cutting Diameter700mm
Weight1,200kg
Grapple Opening1,240mm
Hydraulic Flow100L
Oil Pressure280 bar
Chain Size404
Mounting PlatformExcavators, Telehandlers, Cranes
ModelKodiak 700
Vehicle Weight30,865lbs - 66,139lbs
Cutting Diameter27 ½ inch
Weight2,645lbs
Grapple Opening48 ¾ inch
Hydraulic Flow26.42gal
Oil Pressure280 bar
Chain Size404
Mounting PlatformExcavators, Telehandlers, Cranes
*All technical details are approximate and subject to change as part of continuous product development

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Kodiak 700 Applications

  • Urban Tree Felling – Safely remove trees in residential and built-up areas with precise, controlled cutting.
  • Roadside Maintenance – Effectively manage overhanging branches and clear trees along highways and access roads.
  • Dangerous Tree Removal – Handle unstable or hazardous trees with improved safety and control to reduce fall risks.
  • Utility Corridor Clearing – Maintain clear pathways around powerlines, pipelines, and other critical infrastructure.
  • Land Management & Preparation – Support land development projects by felling and sectioning trees for efficient clearing.
  • Forestry Operations – Improve harvesting productivity with clean cuts and reduced damage to surrounding vegetation.

Optional Extras For Kodiak Grapple Saws

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360° Rotation

Rotate the Kodiak Grapple Saw to work at those awkward angles. This optional extra will allow the operator to:

  • Cut overhanging branches easier
  • Manoeuvre the tree shear in uneven terrain
  • Cut the tree as low as possible
  • Stack tree in piles neatly

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Why Buy a Kodiak Grapple Saw?

  1. Saw suspension
  2. Bottom dropbox — protect & untangle the chain bar)
  3. Auto bar retract
  4. Automatic chain tensioner
  5. Automatic saw lubrication
  6. Torqued hinge points
  7. Built Tough, Backed by Hardox® — MDE is Hardox® In My Body certified, ensuring unmatched strength, durability, and performance in every product.
  8. Encased protected hydraulics — reduces risk of damaging hydraulic systems.
  9. Bolt On Replaceable Hitch — Easily swap hitches to match various machines.
  10. Serviceable design — all key components are replaceable, including bushings, sleeves, pins, and blade, all with easy-access greasing.
  11. Quick and easy to set up — auxiliary pipes / hammer lines.
  12. Proven durability — MDE has over a decade of production and real-world experience.
  13. Manufactured in Northern Ireland, by MDE Machinery.

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