Specifications
Attachments Category Spec Sheet
Attachments are specialized tools that connect to heavy equipment, significantly expanding their versatility and application range. These critical components are designed for specific tasks like digging, lifting, gripping, or breaking, and their performance is dictated by their design, material strength, and compatibility with the host machine's hydraulic and power systems.
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Specifications by system
General
Attachment TypeBucket, Grapple, Hammer, Shear, Fork, SweeperDetermines primary function
Weight200 - 15,000 lbsWeight of the attachment itself
Operating Weight (with machine)10,000 - 150,000 lbsTotal weight including host machine
CompatibilitySkid Steer, Excavator, Loader, TelehandlerType of machine the attachment fits
Performance
Rated Capacity500 - 10,000 lbsMax load for forks or grapples
Bucket Capacity0.1 - 5.0 cubic yardsFor digging or loading buckets
Flow Requirement (Hydraulic)5 - 75 gpmMinimum hydraulic flow from host machine
Pressure Requirement (Hydraulic)2,000 - 5,000 psiMinimum hydraulic pressure from host machine
Dimensions
Overall Length3 - 15 ftFrom back of coupler to furthest point
Overall Width2 - 12 ftWidest point of the attachment
Overall Height1 - 8 ftHighest point of the attachment
Construction
MaterialHigh-strength steel, Abrasion-resistant steelType of steel used for durability
Tooth SystemPin-on, Bolt-on, Quick-attachFor buckets and specific digging attachments
Mounting SystemPin-grabber, Quick coupler, Direct pinHow it connects to the machine
Weight classes
| Class | Weight range | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Mini/Compact | under 1,500 lbs | Small skid steers, mini excavators |
| Medium Duty | 1,500 - 5,000 lbs | Standard skid steers, backhoes, mid-size excavators |
| Heavy Duty | 5,000 - 15,000 lbs | Large excavators, wheel loaders |
Common attachments
Bucket (various types)Grapple (root, demolition, sorting)Hydraulic Hammer/BreakerAugerPallet ForksHydraulic ShearPlate CompactorBrush Cutter/MulcherSweeperSnow Plow/Pusher
Typical price ranges
Used Basic
$1,000 - $10,000 USDOlder, high hours, basic functions (e.g., standard bucket, simple forks)
New/Used Standard
$5,000 - $35,000 USDGood condition used or new basic attachments, common hydraulic attachments
New Advanced/Specialized
$25,000 - $150,000 USDHigh-end, specialized hydraulic attachments (e.g., large shears, heavy hammers, mulchers)
Buyer tip: Always verify attachment compatibility with your existing machine's hydraulic flow, pressure, and mounting system. Ensure the attachment's weight is within the host machine's operating limits to prevent damage or safety hazards.