15–18 Tonne Excavator Ripper Hook – 945mm Working Depth
£1,075.00 Ex. VAT
£1,290.00 Inc. VAT
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15–18 Tonne Excavator Ripper Hook – 945mm Working Depth
Delivery within 7–10 Working Days*
£1,075.00 Ex. VAT
£1,290.00 Inc. VAT
The 15–18 tonne excavator ripper hook breaks up ground that a bucket struggles with: compacted ground, hardcore, frozen ground and rock. All the machine's force goes through a single tooth instead of a full bucket edge, so it bites in where a bucket would skid and loosens the ground ready to dig out.
It has a 70mm shank, works to a depth of 945mm and takes a replaceable J350 CAT-type tooth point, angled at 30° so the load runs straight through the tooth and shank when you crowd in. Abrasion-resistant AR HB400 steel protects the sides, back and leading edge, and box-section strengthening at the top of the shank, with double welds, resists the side loads of levering. It's finished with the linkage to suit your excavator.
Key Features
- 70mm shank with a 945mm working depth
- Replaceable J350 CAT-type tooth point, available in different shapes for different ground
- Tooth angled at 30° so crowding forces run through the centre of the tooth and shank
- Box-section strengthening at the top of the shank with double welds
- AR HB400 abrasion-resistant steel on the sides, back and leading edge
- Finished with the linkage to fit your excavator
15–18 Tonne Ripper Hook Specifications
| Model | 150-RP |
|---|---|
| Excavator size | 15–18 tonnes |
| Shank thickness | 70mm |
| Working depth | 945mm |
| Tooth | J350 CAT type, replaceable |
| Wear protection | Sides, back and leading edge |
| Linkage | Made to fit your excavator |
Where It Works Best
- Compacted ground and hardcore
- Rocky ground and soft rock
- Frozen ground
- Loosening roots and stumps
- Breaking up ground before digging it out with a bucket
- Quarry and demolition work
Ripper or Bucket?
A ripper doesn't replace your bucket. You rip the ground first, then dig it out. On ground hard enough to stall a bucket, ripping first is usually quicker overall and saves wear on your bucket teeth and your machine. For concrete and solid rock that a ripper can't loosen, see our excavator breakers.
Excavator and Quick-Hitch Compatibility
Machine weight is only a starting point. Excavators in the same weight class can use different pin sizes, linkage widths and quick hitches, so the ripper is finished with the linkage to suit your machine. When you order, send us:
- Excavator make and model
- Machine operating weight
- Quick hitch make and model, if you run one
- Pin diameter and pin centres
- Dipper width
Our guide on how to measure an excavator for a new bucket shows how to take the pin measurements. If you can't measure, send us photos of your hitch and we'll help.
Delivery and Ordering
Each ripper is confirmed to suit your machine before it's supplied. Delivery is usually within 7 to 10 working days, although factory lead times can change this. If you need it for a fixed date, contact us before ordering so we can confirm the current lead time.
15–18 Tonne Ripper Hook FAQs
What is a ripper hook used for?
Breaking up compacted ground, hardcore, frozen ground and rock so you can dig it out with a bucket, and loosening roots and stumps.
Which tooth does it take?
A replaceable J350 CAT-type tooth point. Points wear, so swap them before the shank starts to wear. Replacement points are widely available in different shapes for different ground.
Does it need hydraulics?
No. It works off the excavator's own digging force.
Will it fit my 15–18 tonne excavator?
It's finished with the linkage to suit your machine. Send us your make, model, pin diameter, pin centres, dipper width and quick hitch details and we'll confirm it before it's supplied.
Other Sizes
For a smaller or larger machine, see the 10–14 tonne ripper hook or the 18–24 tonne ripper hook. Compare every size in our excavator rippers range, or browse all our excavator tools.