Weld-On Manual Thumb
A mechanically positioned thumb for dependable gripping without auxiliary hydraulics.
- BEST FOR
- Occasional handling, clearing and general utility work
- CONTROL
- Manual adjustment
- INSTALLATION
- Weld-on mount
EAST ATTACHMENTSCALL NOW336-829-5016Excavator thumbs
GRIP MORE.
CONTROL IT.
PLACE IT
RIGHT.
Manual and hydraulic thumbs built around the excavator for confident control of logs, rock, brush, scrap and demolition material.
AVAILABLE CONFIGURATIONSMANUAL · HYDRAULIC · PIN-ONBUILT FOR 1.5–70 TON EXCAVATORS
3 TYPESThumb configurations
1.5–70TExcavator range
AR400High-wear steel
1 YEAR100% weld warranty
01 / WHY ADD A THUMB
TURN THE BUCKET
INTO A GRIP.
A properly matched thumb works with the bucket’s curl to secure irregular material the bucket cannot carry alone.
That means fewer repositioning attempts, better control and more productive handling across clearing, demolition, excavation and cleanup work.
Find your configuration →LOGS & BRUSHROCK & RIPRAPSCRAP & DEBRISDEMOLITION
Choose the control system
THREE WAYS
TO HOLD ON.
Choose the configuration around how often the machine handles material, the operator control required and the preferred mounting system.
Weld-On Hydraulic Thumb
Hydraulic positioning gives the operator faster, more precise control throughout the working range.
- BEST FOR
- Frequent material handling, demolition and production work
- CONTROL
- Hydraulic control
- INSTALLATION
- Weld-on mount
Pin-On Hydraulic Thumb
A hydraulic thumb configured around the machine for a clean pin-on installation and controlled grip. The required extra-long pin is included.
- BEST FOR
- Machine-specific installations and continuous handling
- CONTROL
- Hydraulic control
- INSTALLATION
- Pin-on mount · extra-long pin included
PIN-ON THUMB: EXTRA-LONG PIN INCLUDED
The extra-long pin required for a pin-on thumb is supplied with that configuration. Standard smooth or serrated fingers can be selected for every thumb type. Other attachment pins remain sold separately.
View replacement pins →02 / CONFIGURATION GUIDE
CHOOSE BY
HOW YOU WORK.
There is no universally “best” thumb. The strongest choice is the one that matches operating frequency, control needs and installation preference.
CONFIGURATIONOPERATOR CONTROLINSTALLATIONTYPICAL USE
WELD-ON MANUALPositioned manuallyPermanent weld-on mountOccasional handling
WELD-ON HYDRAULICControlled from cabPermanent weld-on mountFrequent handling
PIN-ON HYDRAULICControlled from cabPin-on · extra-long pin includedContinuous handling
EA-THUMBBLACK OR YELLOW PAINT
Simplified quote setup
START WITH
THE MACHINE.
For an excavator thumb inquiry, choose the thumb configuration and provide the excavator make and model. The shop will confirm any additional installation details required for the selected build.
- 01Machine make and model
- 02Manual, hydraulic or pin-on hydraulic
- 03Standard smooth or serrated fingers
- 04Black or yellow paint
Thumb questions
BEFORE YOU
CHOOSE A THUMB.
What is the difference between a manual and hydraulic thumb?
A manual thumb is mechanically positioned and does not require auxiliary hydraulic control. A hydraulic thumb is controlled from the cab and is better suited to frequent or precision material handling.
What information is needed for a quote?
Select weld-on manual, weld-on hydraulic or pin-on hydraulic, then provide the excavator make and model. East Attachments will request any additional installation information needed.
Are pins included with an excavator thumb?
The pin-on thumb includes the extra-long pin required for that installation. Pins for other thumb configurations or excavator attachments are sold separately.
What is the approximate lead time?
Excavator thumbs are generally estimated at 10–15 working days. Current shop volume and configuration can change availability.
READY TO ADD CONTROL?