MechMaxx SG30PRO PTO Stump Grinder
#1 in PTOFull review
The pick for a 40 to 100 hp tractor and a lot of stumps. It cuts deep and wide for under $3,000.
Amazon $2,999$2,999
The MechMaxx SG30PRO PTO Stump Grinder is the better stump grinder overall, rated 4.0 to 3.2. The MechMaxx SG30PRO PTO Stump Grinder leads on depth, power and height or wheel. The Bilt Hard TRG-1254 PTO Stump Grinder wins on price. The Bilt Hard TRG-1254 PTO Stump Grinder costs $1,599.01 less ($1,399.99 vs $2,999).
Bilt Hard TRG-1254 PTO Stump Grinder
#8 in PTOFull review
A low-cost 24 in grinder for a compact tractor. Confirm the PTO shaft has a slip clutch before you rely on it.
Amazon $1,399.99$1,399.99
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the MechMaxx SG30PRO PTO Stump Grinder for depth (10 in below grade vs 6 in below grade), power (tractors up to 100 hp vs tractors up to 45 hp) and height or wheel (30 in cutter wheel vs 24 in cutter wheel).
- Choose the Bilt Hard TRG-1254 PTO Stump Grinder for price ($1,399.99 vs $2,999).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every PTO stump grinder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | MechMaxx SG30PRO PTO Stump Grinder | Bilt Hard TRG-1254 PTO Stump Grinder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Price 25% | 40 $2,999 | 100 $1,399.99 |
| Depth 20% | 100 10 in below grade | 43 6 in below grade |
| Height or wheel 10% | 100 30 in cutter wheel | 40 24 in cutter wheel |
| Power 10% | 100 tractors up to 100 hp | 21 tractors up to 45 hp |
| Teeth 10% | 100 44 teeth | 71 34 teeth |
| Features 15% | 50 slip clutch | 20 parking stand |
| Warranty 10% | 33 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| MechMaxx SG30PRO PTO Stump Grinder | Bilt Hard TRG-1254 PTO Stump Grinder | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Type | PTO, 3-point hitch | PTO, 3-point hitch |
| Depth below grade | 10 in | 6 in |
| Cutter wheel | 30 in | 24 in |
| Teeth | 44 | 34 |
| Power | ||
| Tractor | 40 to 100 hp | 15 to 45 hp |
| Hitch category | 1 and 2 | 1 |
| Slip clutch | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Parking stand | - | Yes |
| Weight | 641 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |