Esco Hydraulic Thumbs

New Esco Hydraulic Thumb for Sale

The advanced line of ESCO buckets is a result of industry-leading expertise in metallurgy and a tradition of innovative product design. Coupled with state of the art manufacturing capabilities, computer aided design and rigorous field testing, ESCO buckets deliver top performance while reducing downtime to the absolute minimum.

Hydraulic thumbs substantially increase an excavator’s versatility.  Hydraulic thumbs allow the operator to place an object in the clamp, then move precisely. ESCO hydraulic thumbs are available in non-link and linkage style to meet any clamp rotation needs. Hydraulic thumbs are designed for the specific bucket setup to assure meshing without interference through the full rotation of the thumb.

Hydraulic Thumb Kits

ESCO offers high quality machine specific hydraulic kits for excavators.  ESCO hydraulic kits are designed specifically for operating thumbs.  There are no unnecessary components, and thumbs will operate at full hydraulic efficiency.

Link Style Thumb Standard Features:

• Includes progressive linkage between the cylinder and thumb
• Serrated teeth with webbing increases gripping action
• Premium T-1 steel is used in critical components for superior reliability
• Large diameter pins and bushings give longer wear life
• Heavy-duty stops protect cylinders

Non-Link Style Thumb Standard Features:

• Serrated teeth with webbing increases gripping action
• Premium T-1 steel is used in critical components for superior reliability
• Large diameter pins and bushings give longer wear life
• Heavy-duty stops protect cylinders from damage.

Increased Productivity

• Triple taper design for faster loading and cleaner dumping
• Ultralok tooth system for excellent penetration and reliability
• Forward projecting side reinforcing plates for increased penetration

Unsurpassed Durability

• Strong beams for torsion resistance
• T1 plate or cast lips provide structural integrity
• ESCO can match the correct duty class of the bucket to your application to increase bucket life and production

Reduced Maintenance

• ESCO uses the appropriate grade of steel for each bucket component to maximize strength and wear resistance
• Optional wear packages offer additional protection beyond the wear resistant steels used to fabricate the bucket

ESCO Service

• ESCO warrants all attachments to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year
• Engineers and field technicians with solutions for your applications
• ESCO representatives are located throughout North America to facilitate meeting customers’ needs