MULTI-PURPOSE GRASPING ATTACHMENT ACCESSORY

摘要

The present invention relates in general to grasping accessories for utility tractors, particularly, for hydraulically-operated front end loader attachments for skid loaders. The purpose of the invention is to provide a multi-purpose accessory that protects an operator from loose debris while allowing the operator to remain in the tractor cab while grasping, pulling, and/or lifting bulky objects that would normally require the operator to step away from the cab or request the assistance of one or more persons. Such objects may include planted trees, bushes, or posts that require removal from the soil and transportation for disposal.

主权项

1. A multi-purpose grasping attachment and accessory for a utility tractor, comprising:
a frame; at least one attachment section on the frame for attaching the frame to the utility tractor; a pivotal jaw member pivotally mounted to the frame; a fixed jaw member fixedly attached to the frame and opposite the pivotal jaw member; a jaw actuator assembly configured to move the pivotal jaw member relative to the fixed jaw member between open and closed positions; wherein the fixed jaw member is angled less than 90° from the frame; and an accessory removably coupled to the frame and comprising:
a) a cross-bar configured to be coupled to the frame;b) a grapple pivotally attached to the cross-bar; andc) a grapple actuator configured to move the grapple as it pivots between an open raised state and a closed lowered state.