What kind of tree is this?

shtgunal3

If it is a crabapple the branches will be thorny. If it is a persimmon the wood will be a yellowish color. Was the fruit soft or hard?

busmania

The fruit seems too small to be an apple. It does not produce a lot of fruit either. I didn't notice the fruit in the pic until most of the leaves had fallen off the tree. I'll give it a go on some ribs soon.

theyolksonyou

Crab apples are small. Try one of those green too

bboulier

Persimmon wood is orange or red/orange.  It can be used for smoking.  Here is a picture:
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