Your excavator grapple can either be mechanical or hydraulic, but what’s the difference between the two? And which one should you buy? Check out our infographic below to find out.
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The choice between a hydraulic or mechanical grapple should be fairly straight forward in most cases. The more expensive hydraulic machine is worth the money; it just depends if you’ll actually use it enough to warrant one. The cheaper mechanical option can definitely get the job done with a lower entry cost – especially if you have a skilled operator – but it does lack precision and ease of use.