The Cat® Nursery Grapple is ideal for handling balled and burlapped trees as well as large potted plants at nursery sites and in landscaping applications. The pivoting grapple design allows operator to grab the tree or plant with the paddle arms and then reorient it in numerous positions for precise placement during planting.
Detailed Equipment Specifications
Length
109.4 in
2,780 mm
Width
48.3 in
1,227 mm
Height
24.9 in
633 mm
Weight
994.3 lb
451 kg
Minimum Grapple Opening
0 in
0 mm
Maximum Grapple Opening
39.8 in
1,012 mm
Tilt Angle Range
90 degrees
Swing Range (L/R)
89 degrees
Maximum Root Ball Diameter
52 in
1,321 mm
Maximum Lifting Capacity
3,000.5 lb
1,361 kg
Optimal Hydraulic Flow
49-87 L/min (13-23 gpm)
Optimal Hydraulic Pressure
170-241 bar (2500-3500 psi)
Required Hydraulics
Standard Flow w/14 pin
Interface Type
Skid Steer Coupler
Paddles
The paddles are shaped to wrap around the root ball without damaging the root system or tree.
Pivoting Grapple Head
Pivoting grapple design manipulates root ball into various orientations, swinging left or right and tilting down for better control and placement.
Large Capacity
Large capacity with the ability to handle root balls ranging from 711-1372 mm (28-54 in) in size.
Serrated Step
Heavy duty bolt-on serrated step provides secure footing for operators entering and exiting machines.
Operation and Maintenance Manual
Operation and maintenance manual (OMM) is tool mounted and sealed from the elements. Holder includes all the operation manual and maintenance guides required for proper operation of the work tool.
Locking Pin
Locking pin allows the head to be secured for easier and safer transportation.
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