2006 SCARAB 18

Good working condition. Downsizing operation D5 Cat tracks.

2006 Scarab 18

2006 Scarab 18 — 8,560 hours, which is roughly 475 hours per year. That reflects consistent use in production composting operations.

Who This Machine Is For

• Large compost operations — high-horsepower machine built for large windrows and heavy throughput
• Municipal and recycling facilities — designed for continuous, demanding workloads
• Organic waste processors — reliable for handling high volumes of material
• Buyers looking for value in production equipment — high-capacity unit at a lower entry cost

What It Processes

• Compost windrows — turns material to improve oxygen flow and accelerate decomposition
• Manure — helps stabilize and break down organic waste
• Green waste — mixes and aerates material for faster composting
• Organic material piles — maintains consistency and moisture distribution

This is not a screening machine. It is built specifically for turning and aerating compost, not separating material by size.

Specs in Plain Language

8,560 hours on a 2006 machine — that averages to about 475 hours per year, which is typical for a machine in this class. It is powered by a 600HP CAT C15 engine, providing the power needed for large windrows and continuous operation.

Machines in the Scarab 18 class are built for high-volume composting. The size and power allow you to handle wide windrows and maintain consistent production across large sites.

This unit is equipped with D5 Cat tracks, which provide solid traction and mobility across uneven compost pads. It is being sold as part of a downsizing operation, which can be an opportunity for buyers looking for production equipment at a competitive price.

If you are comparing options, this machine sits in the high-production category with strong horsepower and proven use. You can also browse similar units on our compost turners page.

Why Buy From GrinderCrusherScreen

We've been in the compost turner business since 1973. We know these machines because we work in this industry every day. We can answer your questions about the 18 before you buy, and we help with financing, coordinating inspections, and arranging transportation.

Got a compost turner you need to sell? We handle the marketing, the calls, the tire kickers, and the transaction. It's free. You set your price, you get your price.

Call 770-433-2670 or email sales@grindercrusherscreen.com for pricing and details.