30″ Bucket for use on the John Deere 26G or 27D Units.
A 30-inch tilt bucket for a mini excavator is a highly versatile attachment designed to increase the functionality and precision of digging and grading tasks. Tilt buckets can pivot, usually up to 45 degrees in either direction, allowing operators to shape and contour terrain without repositioning the excavator.
Key Features of a 30″ Tilt Bucket
- Width: 30 inches
- Ideal for creating larger trenches, grading, and backfilling while maintaining good control over the cut.
- Tilting Capability:
- Can typically tilt up to 45 degrees left and right (depending on the model and hydraulics of the excavator), making it useful for working on slopes and angled cuts.
- Operated by a hydraulic cylinder that’s connected to the machine’s auxiliary hydraulics.
- Capacity:
- Bucket capacity will vary by manufacturer, but generally holds approximately 0.2 to 0.4 cubic yards, suitable for most small-to-medium jobs with mini excavators.
- Material and Durability:
- Typically constructed from high-grade steel with reinforced sidewalls and cutting edges for extended wear life and strength.
- Many models also have replaceable cutting edges or side cutters for added durability.
- Weight:
- Generally ranges from 300 to 500 lbs depending on the model and manufacturer, suitable for mini excavators without overloading them.
- Compatibility:
- Works well with mini excavators in the 4,000 to 10,000 lb range (1.8 to 4.5 tons) but verify compatibility with your specific model, as hydraulic requirements and mounting configurations can vary.
Benefits of Using a Tilt Bucket
- Increased Versatility:
- Allows for sloping, shaping, grading, and contouring of terrain without frequent repositioning, ideal for ditches, drainage, and landscape shaping.
- Efficiency:
- Reduces the need to move the excavator frequently, which saves time and provides smoother, more accurate work.
- Precision in Confined Spaces:
- Useful in tight or awkward spaces, such as along building foundations or retaining walls, where repositioning the machine can be challenging.
- Enhanced Safety:
- Allows the operator to perform tasks like trenching and slope work while keeping the excavator level, which can improve stability and reduce the risk of tipping.
Applications
- Landscaping: Grading slopes, contouring land, creating drainage ditches, and shaping berms.
- Trenching: Sloped or angled trenching for utilities, especially where precise angles are required.
- Site Preparation: Leveling and grading tasks to prepare construction sites or build pads.
- Agriculture: Useful for creating drainage on farms and fields or leveling areas for irrigation.
The 30-inch tilt bucket can greatly expand the utility of a mini excavator, particularly for operators needing precision in grading and trenching on slopes or uneven terrain.
