A plain Kohler grinder at a fair price. Buyers who want key start or a tow bar should look at the PowerKing or DK2.
WoodSplitterDirect $1,791
For a buyer with hills or long walks between stumps. The drive saves effort, but cutting reach is the same as the cheaper PK0803-EH.
- 9 inDepth below grade
- 429 ccPower
- 9Teeth
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Self-propelled drive moves 300 lb across a yard for you
- Dual brakes lock each wheel for pivot grinding
- Electric start, tow bar and spare teeth included
- Only 10 in above and 9 in below grade
- Costs about $480 more than the push version
The PowerKing PK0803 family
Every PowerKing PK0803 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Depth below grade | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| PowerKing PK0803-EH Stump Grinder | 9 in | 3.6/5 | $2,045 |
| PowerKing PK0803-SP Stump Grinder (this one) | 9 in | 3.5/5 | $2,524 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 7 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | PK0803-SP |
|---|---|
| Cutting | |
| Type | Walk-behind |
| Depth below grade | 9 in |
| Height above grade | 10 in |
| Teeth | 9 |
| Power | |
| Engine | Kohler Command Pro CH440 |
| Displacement | 429 cc |
| Engine power | 14 hp |
| Electric start | Yes |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Build | |
| Tow bar | Yes |
| Weight | 304 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Alternatives in this type
For a homeowner on a budget with a few modest stumps. It is light and cheap, but expect slow going on large ones.
WoodSplitterDirect $969A rental-grade grinder for someone with many stumps or a small tree business. Most homeowners will not get value from the price.
Amazon $6,599.95Compare
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