The CAEL Mechanical Timber Handling Grapple is designed for handling logs, timber, branches, and other bulky materials with compatible 1–1.8 ton mini excavators. Its mechanical gripping design allows operators to pick up, move, position, and organize materials while reducing the need for manual handling.

With a compact mounting configuration, this attachment is well suited for forestry maintenance, land clearing, farm work, landscaping, and construction sites.

Key Features

• Designed for compatible 1–1.8 ton mini excavators
• 25 mm mounting pins
• 90 mm pin center-to-center spacing
• 92 mm dipper gap
• Mechanical gripping operation
• No hydraulic lines required for grapple operation
• High-tensile steel construction
• Wear-resistant bushings
• Designed for handling logs and timber

• Suitable for forestry, farm, landscaping, and construction applications

Technical Specifications

*Actual material capacity depends on the excavator, grapple configuration, material weight, center of gravity, and operating conditions.

Applications

The CAEL Mechanical Timber Handling Grapple is suitable for:

• Log handling
• Timber handling
• Woodlot maintenance
• Land clearing
• Forestry work
• Farm and agricultural applications
• Construction site cleanup
• Landscaping
• Moving branches and bulky debris
• Positioning timber and other materials

Efficient Material Handling

The mechanical gripping design allows operators to pick up and reposition bulky materials using the excavator's existing movement. This can help reduce manual material handling and improve efficiency when working with logs, timber, branches, and other suitable materials.

Its compact design is particularly useful for smaller excavators working in restricted areas.

Durable Construction

The grapple features a high-tensile steel frame and wear-resistant bushings designed for repeated material-handling applications. Regular inspection of the gripping components, pins, bushings, and mounting points is recommended to help maintain safe and reliable operation.

Simple Mechanical Operation

The CAEL grapple operates mechanically and does not require hydraulic lines for the gripping mechanism. This provides a straightforward setup while reducing the number of hydraulic components that require maintenance.

Compatibility

The CAEL Mechanical Timber Handling Grapple is intended for compatible 1–1.8 ton mini excavators with:

• 25 mm mounting pins
• 90 mm pin center-to-center spacing
• 92 mm dipper gap
• Compatible mounting geometry

Important: Excavator weight class and pin diameter alone do not guarantee compatibility. Confirm the complete mounting dimensions, grapple geometry, machine specifications, and rated lifting capacity before ordering.

The maximum material size should not be treated as a guaranteed lifting capacity. Always consider the actual weight and balance of the material and stay within the excavator and attachment manufacturer's rated operating limits.