Mecalac offers a new hydraulic thumb option for its recently re-configured two-piece boom with offset, available for 6MCR skid excavators and 7MWR wheeled excavator models. The new thumb makes it easy to pick up, maintain and move large or long objects, transforming material handling capabilities for applications such as truck loading or pipe laying.
The hydraulic thumb option permanently mounts to the bucket linkage, where it is powered by the boom’s hydraulic cylinder, and can remain attached during digging work or other tasks. It’s composed of four teeth and is compatible with Mecalac’s CONNECT hydraulic quick coupler. When engaged, the constant pressure exerted on the thumb ensures precise control of the load, allowing operators to efficiently move objects without leaving the cab or changing the attachment.