MechMaxx SGR1500 Stump Grinder vs MechMaxx TSG61 PTO Stump Grinder

Last updated: November 3, 2026

The MechMaxx SGR1500 Stump Grinder rates 3.7 among walk-behind stump grinders; the MechMaxx TSG61 PTO Stump Grinder rates 3.5 among PTO ones. The MechMaxx SGR1500 Stump Grinder costs $1,540 less ($1,559 vs $3,099).

MechMaxx SGR1500 Stump Grinder vs MechMaxx TSG61 PTO Stump Grinder

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.

Scores side by side

These two sit in different type classes (walk-behind and PTO), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Factor weightMechMaxx SGR1500 Stump GrinderMechMaxx TSG61 PTO Stump Grinder
Overall rating3.7/53.5/5
Price 25%77 $1,55938 $3,099
Depth 20%80 10 in below grade100 12 in below grade
Height or wheel 10%50 12 in above grade40 24 in cutter wheel
Power 10%96 420 cc engine43 tractors up to 60 hp
Teeth 10%50 8 teeth18 16 teeth
Features 15%30 swings across the stump100 slip clutch, hydraulic swing, parking stand
Warranty 10%33 1-year warranty33 1-year warranty

Specifications

MechMaxx SGR1500 Stump GrinderMechMaxx TSG61 PTO Stump Grinder
Cutting
TypeWalk-behindPTO, 3-point hitch
Depth below grade10 in12 in
Height above grade12 in18 in
Cutter wheel12 in24 in
Teeth816
Power
EngineDucar 420cc-
Displacement420 cc-
Engine power15 hp-
Electric startNo-
Tractor-35 to 60 hp
Hitch category-1 and 2
Slip clutch-Yes
Build
Swings across stumpYes-
Hydraulic swing-Yes
Tow barNo-
Parking stand-Yes
Weight265 lb635 lb
Warranty1 year1 year

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