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Gehl 153 Mini Excavator Thumb Attachment and Specs March 02 2015, 0 Comments

Gehl 153 Mini Excavator Mini Excavator Thumb Attachment

While small, this mini excavator can still get those small jobs done on time and on budget. If you want to increase the performance of this machine even more we suggest you add a Manual or Hydraulic Thumb attachment. The benefits of a thumb attachment far out weigh the cost to purchase a thumb. You will not only increase the overall value of the machine but a thumb attachment also makes it more desirable to potential buyers. Aside from the monetary value you can expect to improve the capability to handle versatile material from demo debris to landscaping material.

Suggested thumb attachment size and options for a Gehl 153

21" Thumb Attachment - Based off operating weight

Mechanical Thumb ( 3 positions)
Basic Hydraulic ( requires manual adjusting to fully retract)
Fully Hydraulic (fully retracts with hydraulics)

MiniExcavatorThumbs.com offers factory direct pricing on all of our mini excavator thumb attachments. With prices up to 45% off the MSRP our customers can attest to our ability to provide them with great prices on quality equipment. Match that to the service we provide by shipping items within 5-7 business days and you've got yourself an amazing deal.

Selected Dimensions and Specs for Gehl 153

Boom/Stick Option
I. MAX CUTTING HEIGHT	11.5 ft in	3500 mm
J. MAX LOADING HEIGHT	8.3 ft in	2545 mm
L. MAX VERTICAL WALL DIGGING DEPTH	4.9 ft in	1490 mm
M. MAX DIGGING DEPTH	7.2 ft in	2185 mm
Dimensions
D. LENGTH OF TRACK ON GROUND	4 ft in	1223 mm
E. GROUND CLEARANCE	0.66 ft in	200 mm
G. HEIGHT TO TOP OF CAB	7.8 ft in	2380 mm
H. TAIL SWING RADIUS	3.8 ft in	1160 mm
Undercarriage
N. SHOE SIZE	9.1 in	230 mm

Specification

Engine
MAKE	Yanmar
MODEL	3TNE 74
NET POWER	23.7 hp	17.7 kw
POWER MEASURED @	2200 rpm
DISPLACEMENT	61.4 cu in	1 L
Operational
OPERATING WEIGHT	3759 lb	1705.1 kg
FUEL CAPACITY	6.3 gal	24 L
HYDRAUILC SYSTEM FLUID CAPACITY	5.5 gal	21 L
OPERATING VOLTAGE	12 V
ALTERNATOR SUPPLIED AMPERAGE	45 amps
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM RELIEF VALVE PRESSURE	2900 psi	19994.8 kPa
HYDRAULIC PUMP FLOW CAPACITY	18.7 gal/min	70.8 L/min
Swing Mechanism
SWING SPEED	10 rpm
Undercarriage
SHOE SIZE	9.1 in	230 mm
NUMBER OF TRACK ROLLERS PER SIDE	3
GROUND PRESSURE	3.8 psi	26.2 kPa
MAX TRAVEL SPEED	3.5 mph	5.6 km/h
Buckets
REFERENCE BUCKET CAPACITY	0.04 yd3	0.03 m3
Boom/Stick Option (HEX) 1
BOOM/STICK OPTION (HEX) 1	Standard Arm
MAX DIGGING DEPTH	7.2 ft in	2185 mm
MAX CUTTING HEIGHT	11.5 ft in	3500 mm
MAX LOADING HEIGHT	8.3 ft in	2545 mm
MAX VERTICAL WALL DIGGING DEPTH	4.9 ft in	1490 mm
Boom/Stick Option (HEX) 2
BOOM/STICK OPTION (HEX) 2	Long Arm
MAX DIGGING DEPTH	7.5 ft in	2280 mm
MAX CUTTING HEIGHT	13.1 ft in	4005 mm
MAX LOADING HEIGHT	9.5 ft in	2910 mm
MAX VERTICAL WALL DIGGING DEPTH	5.5 ft in	1670 mm
Dimensions
HEIGHT TO TOP OF CAB	7.8 ft in	2380 mm
GROUND CLEARANCE	0.66 ft in	200 mm
TAIL SWING RADIUS	3.8 ft in	1160 mm
LENGTH OF TRACK ON GROUND	4 ft in	1223 mm

Cat 304 Mini Hydraulic Excavator - Thumb Size and Benefits February 27 2015, 0 Comments

The Cat 304 Mini Hydraulic Excavator

Just looking at the picture of this machine above gives you a sense of all the possible things you can accomplish on site. If your using this Caterpillar 304 for personal or professional use one thing is certain, it can get the job done. With optional features such as the roomy enclosed cab, reclining suspension seat and two post canopy for added visibility Cat has created a comfortable working environment for any operator.

Suggested Thumb Size and Pricing for Cat 304

30" Thumb Attachment for Cat 304 (based on operating weight) - Click for Prices

Mechanical - 3 positions
Basic Hydraulic - fully retracts manually
Fully Hydraulic - fully retracts w/ hydraulics

Benefits of a Thumb Attachment

Added value to the machine and potential buyers
Creates stability and precision in operating
Secure and safe load transport
Increased capability to handle versatile debris

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