Backhoe Backhoe crane attachment for a full size backhoe

[AC Mack]

I've seen this front end crane attachment for full sized (580 size) backhoes on youtube videos shot in India.
Are these attachments available in the U.S.? Or is this actually a dedicated, factory installed option not available as an attachment?

 

[MapleLeafFarmer]

yup you can get similar here. Kenco makes a lift version and Paul Weaver makes a winched version. I'm sure there are others as well.

 

[AC Mack]

MapleLeafFarmer, thanks for the info. But I only saw attachments for excavators, not of Backhoes like a Case 580 or any equivalent backhoe in that size range?

 

[MapleLeafFarmer]

MapleLeafFarmer, thanks for the info. But I only saw attachments for excavators, not of Backhoes like a Case 580 or any equivalent backhoe in that size range?

sorry bought that... my experience is only with larger stuff.

I guess for your needs something like a jib boom on the front bucket or a coupler attachment w/ hook or w/ pully block or w/ grapple for your backhoe ?? but no experience with either here. I have seen them in trade magazines but never in person. Maybe start with Brandt and Deleks both from Canada for ssqa jib booms or rear backhoe type stuff for lifting logs in wood lots using hydro grapple or hook/sling.

 

[bcp]

In action.

^^^At least 6 people at a time giving hand signals to the operators.

Mfg website:

Pick and Carry Cranes Manufacturers & Suppliers at Best Price - ACE Cranes

ACE is India's leading pick and carry crane manufacturer. Pick-n-carry cranes are used for loading, unloading, moving, shifting, and erecting material.

www.ace-cranes.com

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Mfg video

Looks like a lot more than an attachment,

Bruce

 

[AC Mack]

Bruce, thanks!
So, it is a dedicated unit and not an accessory or conversion... bummer.
I know the option to convert the backhoe boom (of the backhoe) is available but that doesn't have the same mobility like you get with a front mounted unit.
I was hoping I could use this on my older backhoe that doesn't get used much anymore.

Thanks again!