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Designed and manufactured in Germany for over 50 years, Optimal is the world-wide leader in the industry with spades ranging in size from 14 – 98 inches. Premium Tree Spades Built to Perform in Nevada's Soils & Climate Buy once. Use for decades. Optimal Tree Spades are engineered for high transplant success and built for real commercial workloads. SHOP SPADES Tree Spades Built for Nevada Landscapers, Nurseries & Contractors Nevada’s arid climate, rocky desert soils, and wide temperature extremes require equipment that performs consistently in demanding real-world conditions. From hard, compacted ground to sandy and low-moisture environments, Optimal Tree Spades are engineered with precise blade geometry and rugged construction to produce clean, intact root balls and maximize transplant success rates across a wide range of landscapes. We don’t just sell these machines — we use them daily in our own production nursery operations, giving you real-world insight and support from professionals who rely on this equipment every day. BROWSE NOW WHY OPTIMAL TREE SPADES? Longevity Optimal Tree Spades are built for decades of service. Many customers are still operating machines purchased over 20 years ago that continue to perform daily in demanding nursery and landscape environments. Higher Transplant Success Precise blade geometry and consistent root ball formation help protect root systems during extraction and relocation. The result is stronger transplant survival rates and healthier tree establishment. Real Support From Real Users Our team operates a 30-year field production nursery and uses Optimal equipment daily. We support all Optimal Tree Spades — regardless of age — and provide practical guidance based on real operational experience. Why Optimal Spades Perform Well in Nevada Nevada presents unique transplant challenges including rocky desert terrain, caliche and compacted soils, extreme heat, and limited natural moisture. Optimal blade designs create uniform, structurally sound root balls that maintain integrity in dry, hard, and low-moisture soil conditions commonly found throughout the state. Optimal spades are used successfully across: Production nurseries, Municipal tree programs, Commercial landscape contractors, & Tree relocation specialists. Learn More Get Matched With The Right Tree Spade Selecting the proper tree spade involves more than just tree size. Machine compatibility, soil density, and job frequency all impact long-term performance. Our team helps evaluate: • Tree diameter & root ball sizing • Carrier machine specifications • Soil type & terrain • Production vs. relocation applications CONTACT US “They have helped us multiple times troubleshooting our optimal 880. Super knowledgeable and very nice to talk to a real person who knows the parts and equipment. Would recommend!" - Grayden M. Emily I. Invest In Equipment That Pays Off For Decades Optimal Tree Spades deliver reliability, transplant success, and long-term durability trusted by commercial nurseries and professional contractors worldwide. View Available Models

Tree Spades Built for Landscapers, Nurseries & Contractors. Fit for diverse soil conditions, humidity levels, and wide variety of native and ornamental tree species demand equipment that performs reliably in real-world environments. Premium Tree Spades Built to Perform in Connecticut's Soils & Climate Buy once. Use for decades. Optimal Tree Spades are engineered for high transplant success and built for real commercial workloads. SHOP SPADES Tree Spades Built for Connecticut Landscapers, Nurseries & Contractors Connecticut’s varied soil conditions, seasonal weather shifts, and diverse mix of native and ornamental tree species require equipment that performs consistently in real-world New England environments. From rocky upland soils to coastal loam and dense clay, Optimal Tree Spades are engineered with precise blade geometry and durable construction to produce clean, intact root balls and improve transplant success rates across a wide range of conditions. We don’t just sell these machines — we use them daily in our own production nursery operations, giving you real-world insight and support from professionals who rely on this equipment every day. BROWSE NOW WHY OPTIMAL TREE SPADES? Longevity Optimal Tree Spades are built for decades of service. Many customers are still operating machines purchased over 20 years ago that continue to perform daily in demanding nursery and landscape environments. Higher Transplant Success Precise blade geometry and consistent root ball formation help protect root systems during extraction and relocation. The result is stronger transplant survival rates and healthier tree establishment. Real Support From Real Users Our team operates a 30-year field production nursery and uses Optimal equipment daily. We support all Optimal Tree Spades — regardless of age — and provide practical guidance based on real operational experience. Why Optimal Spades Perform Well in Connecticut Connecticut presents unique transplant challenges including rocky soils, dense clay deposits, seasonal freeze-thaw cycles, and a diverse range of hardwood and ornamental tree species. Optimal blade designs create uniform, stable root balls that maintain structural integrity in wet, compacted, and cold-weather soil conditions commonly found throughout the region. Optimal spades are used successfully across: Production nurseries, Municipal tree programs, Commercial landscape contractors, & Tree relocation specialists. Learn More Get Matched With The Right Tree Spade Selecting the proper tree spade involves more than just tree size. Machine compatibility, soil density, and job frequency all impact long-term performance. Our team helps evaluate: • Tree diameter & root ball sizing • Carrier machine specifications • Soil type & terrain • Production vs. relocation applications CONTACT US “They have helped us multiple times troubleshooting our optimal 880. Super knowledgeable and very nice to talk to a real person who knows the parts and equipment. Would recommend!" - Grayden M. Emily I. Invest In Equipment That Pays Off For Decades Optimal Tree Spades deliver reliability, transplant success, and long-term durability trusted by commercial nurseries and professional contractors worldwide. View Available Models

Designed and manufactured in Germany for over 50 years, Optimal is the world-wide leader in the industry with spades ranging in size from 14 – 98 inches. Shop Now Optimal 650 O/S Tree Spade Digs 20″-26″ Weight 935 lbs Width 45″ The OPTIMAL 650 o/s has all the great features of it’s larger siblings. Many nurseries produce most of their plants for harvest at 1 1/2″-2 1/2″ diameter. For these nurseries the OPTIMAL 650 o/s offers: • The ultimate in reliability – Can dig thousands of plants per year. • Great speed – Up to 500 plants per day. • Two gates – Dig the right or left row/ hydraulically locking frame. • Exterior frame – More room for evergreens, shrubs and multi-stems. • Great OPTIMAL rootball – More roots / less soil, no stripped trees, less freight, hand dug appearance. • 4 blades not three – Round rootball not triangular, stronger blades / stronger digging / locust redbud no problem. • Save ground, chemicals, time and money – No need to widely space your plants with the compact OPTIMAL 650 o/s. Manual PDF Brochure Contact us for more information about this tree spade equipment! (251) 490-9871

Tree Spades Built for Landscapers, Nurseries & Contractors. Fit for diverse soil conditions, humidity levels, and wide variety of native and ornamental tree species demand equipment that performs reliably in real-world environments. Premium Tree Spades Built to Perform in New Mexico's Soils & Climate Buy once. Use for decades. Optimal Tree Spades are engineered for high transplant success and built for real commercial workloads. SHOP SPADES Tree Spades Built for New Mexico Landscapers, Nurseries & Contractors New Mexico’s arid climate, rocky soils, and wide elevation changes require equipment that performs consistently in real-world Southwestern conditions. From hard desert ground to sandy and clay-based soils in higher elevations, Optimal Tree Spades are engineered with precise blade geometry and durable construction to produce clean, intact root balls and maximize transplant success rates across a wide range of environments. We don’t just sell these machines — we use them daily in our own production nursery operations, giving you real-world insight and support from professionals who rely on this equipment every day. BROWSE NOW WHY OPTIMAL TREE SPADES? Longevity Optimal Tree Spades are built for decades of service. Many customers are still operating machines purchased over 20 years ago that continue to perform daily in demanding nursery and landscape environments. Higher Transplant Success Precise blade geometry and consistent root ball formation help protect root systems during extraction and relocation. The result is stronger transplant survival rates and healthier tree establishment. Real Support From Real Users Our team operates a 30-year field production nursery and uses Optimal equipment daily. We support all Optimal Tree Spades — regardless of age — and provide practical guidance based on real operational experience. Why Optimal Spades Perform Well in New Mexico New Mexico presents unique transplant challenges including rocky desert terrain, caliche and compacted soils, extreme temperature swings, and limited natural moisture. Optimal blade designs create uniform, structurally sound root balls that maintain integrity in dry, hard, and moisture-variable soil conditions commonly found throughout the state. Optimal spades are used successfully across: Production nurseries, Municipal tree programs, Commercial landscape contractors, & Tree relocation specialists. Learn More Get Matched With The Right Tree Spade Selecting the proper tree spade involves more than just tree size. Machine compatibility, soil density, and job frequency all impact long-term performance. Our team helps evaluate: • Tree diameter & root ball sizing • Carrier machine specifications • Soil type & terrain • Production vs. relocation applications CONTACT US “They have helped us multiple times troubleshooting our optimal 880. Super knowledgeable and very nice to talk to a real person who knows the parts and equipment. Would recommend!" - Grayden M. Emily I. Invest In Equipment That Pays Off For Decades Optimal Tree Spades deliver reliability, transplant success, and long-term durability trusted by commercial nurseries and professional contractors worldwide. View Available Models

Designed and manufactured in Germany for over 50 years, Optimal is the world-wide leader in the industry with spades ranging in size from 14 – 98 inches. Shop Now Optimal 1800 Tree Spade Digs 60″-71″ Weight 5280 lbs Width 106″ The Optimal 1800 is specially designed to transplant larger trees with up to a 71″ diameter rootball. With its four specially designed concave spades, the 1800 ensures a maximum transplant success rate. It comes standard with telescoping spade cylinders which greatly reduce the working height of the machine. The 1800 is easily adapted to articulating wheel loaders, crawler loaders, truck mounts and other large capacity power units. Optimal 1800 Features: • Telescoping spade cylinders equals greatly reduced working height • More lateral roots equals better survival rate • Electric over hydraulic individual blade controls • Plastic bearing surface • Hydraulic gate lock with safety switch • Adjustable rootball pads dig from 71-61 inch rootball • Machine is Special Order Manual PDF Brochure Contact us for more information about this tree spade equipment! (251) 490-9871

Designed and manufactured in Germany for over 50 years, Optimal is the world-wide leader in the industry with spades ranging in size from 14 – 98 inches. Shop Now Optimal 2500 Tree Spade Digs 63″-98″ Weight 13970 lbs Width 128″ The Optimal 2500 is specially designed to transplant larger trees with up to a 98″ diameter rootball. With its five specially designed concave spades, the 2500 ensures a maximum transplant success rate. It comes standard with telescoping spade cylinders which greatly reduce the working height of the machine. The 2500 is designed to be truck mounted and to transport trees in the best way to ensure survivability and reduce wind damage. Optimal 2500 Features: • Telescoping spade cylinders equals greatly reduced working height • More lateral roots equals better survival rate • Electric over hydraulic individual blade controls • Plastic bearing surface • Hydraulic gate lock with safety switch • Machine is Special Order and designed for the specific truck PDF Brochure Contact us for more information about this tree spade equipment! (251) 490-9871

Designed and manufactured in Germany for over 50 years, Optimal is the world-wide leader in the industry with spades ranging in size from 14 – 98 inches. Shop Now Optimal 1100 Tree Spade Digs 36″-46″ Weight 2039 lbs Width 52″ The Optimal 1100 is one of our most popular models. It is capable of digging up to a 46 inch rootball and down to a 36 inch rootball. This makes the 1100 the perfect choice for 3½ – 4½ inch caliper trees. One of the reasons for the 1100’s popularity is its ability to dig a fairly large 46 inch rootball using a smaller power unit. The Model 1100 will run easily on a 2,500 pound lift skid-steer and can also be mounted on tractors, excavators, wheel loaders, etc. The 1100 comes standard with electric hydraulic controls with individual blade control, universal mounting bracket, and lift pads for digging smaller rootballs. Optimal 1100 Features: • Zero grease fittings • Compact – digs a 4.5 inch tree with a 2500 pound lift, skid steer with no counter weight • Electric over hydraulic individual blade controls • Easily adjustable blades • Dual opening gates • Lift pads for digging smaller root balls Manual PDF Brochure Contact us for more information about this tree spade equipment! (251) 490-9871

Designed and manufactured in Germany for over 50 years, Optimal is the world-wide leader in the industry with spades ranging in size from 14 – 98 inches. Shop Now Optimal 36.25 Tree Spade Digs 26″-36″ Weight 2068 lbs Width 71″ The OPTIMAL 36.25 is part of the New OPTIMAL “T” line of tree spades. It is a 36 inch, 25 degree truncated spade. Rootball range is from 26″ to 36″. The spade uses the standard 25 truncated basket which is readily available from all basket suppliers. The 36.25 comes standard with electric hydraulic controls, individual blade control, universal mounting bracket and lift pads for digging smaller rootballs. Optimal 36.25 Features: • 4 Blade, inside frame machine for superior digging in hard conditions. • Dual opening swing arms. • Easily adjustable blades. • Proven Reliability. Manual PDF Brochure Contact us for more information about this tree spade equipment! (251) 490-9871

Designed and manufactured in Germany for over 50 years, Optimal is the world-wide leader in the industry with spades ranging in size from 14 – 98 inches. Shop Now Optimal 350 Tree Spade Digs 12″-14″ Weight 331 lbs Width 27″ Manual PDF Brochure Contact us for more information about this tree spade equipment! (251) 490-9871

Designed and manufactured in Germany for over 50 years, Optimal is the world-wide leader in the industry with spades ranging in size from 14 – 98 inches. Shop Now Optimal 1700 Tree Spade Digs 55″-65″ Weight 5291 lbs Width 71″ The Optimal 1700 is specially designed to transplant larger trees with up to a 65″ diameter rootball. With its four specially designed concave spades, the 1700 ensures a maximum transplant success rate. It comes standard with telescoping spade cylinders which greatly reduce the working height of the machine. The 1700 is easily adapted to articulating wheel loaders, crawler loaders, truck mounts and other large capacity power units. Optimal 1700 Features: • Telescoping spade cylinders equals greatly reduced working height • More lateral roots equals better survival rate • Electric over hydraulic individual blade controls • Plastic bearing surface • Hydraulic gate lock with safety switch • Adjustable rootball pads dig from 55-65 inch rootball • Machine available from stock Manual PDF Brochure Contact us for more information about this tree spade equipment! (251) 490-9871

Designed and manufactured in Germany for over 50 years, Optimal is the world-wide leader in the industry with spades ranging in size from 14 – 98 inches. Optimal Tree Spade Products We carry spade models for every size rootball, soil type, and size of machine you might need. Mounting brackets, hydraulic hoses length, hydraulic connections, and control harness length are customized to fit your machine. Optimal Tree Spades are sold “Ready to dig ” so these factors are included in the price, there are no surprises. Our spades cover all nursery standards for root ball diameters and depths. Optimal 350 Tree Spade Digs 12″-14″ Weight 331 lbs Width 27″ More Info Optimal P650 Tree Spade Digs 17″-25″ Weight 600 lbs Width 29″ More Info Optimal 760 Tree Spade Digs 20″-30″ Weight 1036 lbs Width 35″ More Info Optimal 1100 Tree Spade Digs 36″-46″ Weight 2039 lbs Width 52″ More Info Optimal 1700 Tree Spade Digs 55″-65″ Weight 5291 lbs Width 71″ More Info Optimal 2500 Tree Spade Digs 63″-98″ Weight 13970 lbs Width 128″ More Info Optimal 36.25 Tree Spade Digs 26″-36″ Weight 2068 lbs Width 71″ More Info Optimal 550 Tree Spade Digs 18″-21″ Weight 750 lbs Width 46″ More Info Optimal 650 O/S Tree Spade Digs 20″-26″ Weight 935 lbs Width 45″ More Info Optimal 900 Tree Spade Digs 28″-36″ Weight 1316 lbs Width 41″ More Info Optimal 1400 Tree Spade Digs 45″-55″ Weight 3296 lbs Width 63″ More Info Optimal 1800 Tree Spade Digs 60″-71″ Weight 5280 lbs Width 106″ More Info Optimal 30.25 Tree Spade Digs 22″-32″ Weight 1742 lbs Width 85″ More Info

Designed and manufactured in Germany for over 50 years, Optimal is the world-wide leader in the industry with spades ranging in size from 14 – 98 inches. Tree Spade Specifications View detailed specs for Optimal Tree Spades. Read Here