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Updated: July 8th, 2008 05:26 PM GMT-05:00
2007 Attachment Guide: Focus on the Working End of the Stick
Which bucket is right for your excavator?
Be sure to match the type of bucket to the conditions it will encounter. Shown is a general-purpose bucket equipped with chisel tip teeth.
When selecting a bucket, consider the affect of tip radius. A bucket with a shorter tip radius will provide more bucket curling force, making it easier to load material.
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"You will want to select one that can withstand the force that it sees," says Tony Freidhoff, Kenco.
"A machine that weighs many tons that is pulling at full machine power has constant forces that work against the teeth," explains Yoresen. "Make sure you have a really strong adapter that is strong enough to withstand the machine power."
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