Buying a Wheel Saws/Rock Saws

Diamond blade cutting attachments for concrete and rock.

$6,000-$18,000

Used Price Range

22-45 GPM

Hydraulic Flow Required

Spec Benchmarks

Weight Range 1,500-3,000 lbs
Expected Lifespan 1,500-3,000 hours
Key Differentiating Spec Max cutting depth: 18 or 24 in. Diamond blade: $1,000-$3,000+/blade.

Hydraulic Requirements

Flow Required

22-45 GPM

Pressure Required

3000-4500 PSI

Standard Flow Compatible: Most mid-to-large frame skid steers and CTLs (17-25 GPM) can run this attachment.

New vs Used Pricing

Tier Price Range
Budget New $12,000-$30,000
Used (Good Condition) $6,000-$18,000

Used prices estimated at 40-65% of new for items in good condition. Auction prices typically 30-55% of new.

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Canadian Buying Considerations

Import Costs: US attachments face a 45-90% effective markup in Canada when factoring exchange rates (CAD ~1.35-1.40/USD), potential 25% steel surtax, GST, and cross-border shipping.

Cold-Rated Steel: Canadian-built equipment uses cold-rated steel (CSA G40.21) suitable for -40C. Cheaper imports may use steel that becomes brittle in extreme cold.

Domestic Options: Consider Canadian manufacturers like HLA (Listowel, ON), Conterra (Strathmore, AB), Baumalight (Wallenstein, ON), and Denis Cimaf (Roxton Falls, QC) to avoid import costs.