Excavator Thumbs, Backhoe Thumbs, Rigid Thumbs,
Mechanical Thumbs, Hydraulic Thumbs

Equipmentland is the leading online source for thumbs. We offer adjustable rigid (mechanical, non-hydraulic) thumbs, hydraulic thumbs, upgradeable-to-hydraulic thumbs, full-motion mechanical thumbs (Hoeclamps), custom thumbs and more. Available for most skidsteers, backhoes, mini-excavators and standard size excavators. All thumbs we carry are reliable thumbs from established US manufacturers. Some thumbs are in stock and some are bulit to order. Inquire how we can help get you outfitted with the best thumb fitted to your carrier. Note there are two basic types, "universal" thumbs with their own pin, and shared-pin style thumbs.

			Excavator Thumbs
			Rigid and Hydraulic Excavator Thumbs available for Machine classes from 19,000 lbs. and up. Great for various material handling jobs. Thick structural design ensures full stability. Leading manufacturers.

			Thumbs for Mini Excavators and Backhoes
			Rigid and Hydraulic thumbs with universal (has own main pin) on a weldable base plate for backhoes and mini excavators. Major manufacturer-built top-quality thumbs to your requirements. Photo shows typical thumb, available either as rigid or hydraulic versions, universal (has own main pin) on a weldable base plate, or pin-mounted.

			Backhoe Thumbs
			With the same basic features as larger excavator thumbs the Backhoe Thumb attachments will enable your backhoe to do more material handling jobs than ever before.

			Thumbs for Backhoes with Extendable Sticks - "Extendahoes"
			Equipmentland has the widest selection of thumbs for extendable stick backhoes. Whether you have an extendable inner or extendable outer stick, there is a model for you. Included are weldable models for outer stick applications, Hoeclamps and Bucket/Thumbs for either inner or outer extendahoes, the "Smartthumb", and the new Quicktach/Thumb.

			Full-Motion Mechanical Thumb - opens and closes with bucket. - ( See Video)
			The Hoeclamp a patented mechanical (non-hydraulic) full-motion thumb. It utilizes the main pin of your bucket and installs in about an hour. Model specific for backhoes, mini and full-size excavators up to 30,000 lbs. For many telescopic sticks such as Ford New Holland, Komatsu, and older John Deere and Case models. Cat 420D models usually in stock. Especially good on John Deere MD45CW-11, 310, 410, C&D models, D-Series Cats and Kabota L-35's. Stores out of the way on stick. Incredibly versatile yet relatively inexpensive.