{"product_id":"15-22-tonne-excavator-grading-bucket","title":"15–22 Tonne Excavator Grading\/Ditching Bucket – 2100mm \u0026 2400mm","description":"\u003csection aria-label=\"15–22 tonne excavator grading bucket product information\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e15–22 tonne excavator grading bucket\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heavy-duty fixed bucket for large-scale levelling, earthworks, ditch maintenance and bulk movement of loose material. Available in 2100mm and 2400mm widths, it gives contractors and plant operators a broad working face for trimming construction platforms, shaping embankments and finishing ground efficiently after the main excavation has been completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAlso known as a \u003cstrong\u003e15–22 tonne ditching bucket\u003c\/strong\u003e, this attachment combines a 30 × 250mm HB400 abrasion-resistant cutting edge with reinforced floor wear strips, a low-profile shape and an extended flat base. The smooth, toothless edge is designed to spread, collect and grade loose material while leaving a cleaner surface than a conventional toothed digging bucket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned for excavators in the 15–22 tonne carrier class\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChoice of 2100mm or 2400mm working width\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWidth-specific capacities and empty bucket weights\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e30 × 250mm HB400 abrasion-resistant cutting edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReinforced wear strips help protect and strengthen the bucket floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWide, toothless edge supports accurate grading and a cleaner finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLow-profile design improves visibility of the working edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExtended flat base supports controlled levelling and efficient loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty fixed design for regular construction, groundwork and civil-engineering use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003e15–22 Tonne Grading Bucket Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eHeaped capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eStruck capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eBucket weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2100mm (approximately 82.7″)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e200-DT-2100\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e815 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e594 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e622kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2400mm (approximately 94.5″)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e200-DT-2400\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e939 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e682 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e688kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBucket type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eFixed grading \/ ditching bucket\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eExcavator carrier weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e15–22 tonnes\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAvailable widths\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2100mm and 2400mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCutting edge\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e30 × 250mm HB400 abrasion-resistant steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eChoosing Between the 2100mm and 2400mm Widths\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe widest bucket is not automatically the most productive option. Increasing the working width also increases the empty attachment weight, material capacity and leverage acting on the excavator. The correct choice depends on the exact machine, quick hitch, working radius, material density, site gradient and space available to manoeuvre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003e2100mm grading bucket\u003c\/strong\u003e where control, access and lower attachment weight are the priorities. At 622kg, it is 66kg lighter than the 2400mm version and its 815-litre heaped capacity is less likely to collect more material than the task requires. It can be the more suitable choice for machines toward the lower end of the 15–22 tonne class, restricted working areas and jobs where the operator needs to grade accurately around structures or services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003e2400mm grading bucket\u003c\/strong\u003e for open earthworks, broad construction platforms and larger areas that need to be levelled or trimmed efficiently. Its 939-litre heaped capacity is 124 litres greater than the 2100mm model, allowing more loose material to be moved and a wider area to be covered with each pass. The excavator and hitch must be capable of safely controlling the 688kg empty bucket and its intended load throughout the complete working range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhere This Ditching Bucket Works Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eExcavators in the 15–22 tonne class are commonly used for civil engineering, road construction, commercial groundworks, drainage, demolition preparation and larger landscaping projects. This bucket is intended for the finishing, reinstatement and loose-material stages of those jobs rather than aggressive penetration into hard or compacted ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eTypical applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLevelling topsoil, sub-base, crushed material and loose aggregates\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTrimming construction platforms, haul roads and working areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpreading backfill and reinstating ground after drainage or utility work\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCleaning established ditches, swales and larger drainage channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eShaping embankments, batters, verges and landscaped slopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePreparing ground for roads, concrete slabs, paths, turf or other finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLoading and moving loose soil during site clearance and earthworks\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompleting final grading after foundations, drainage or bulk excavation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThis is a fixed grading bucket and does not tilt hydraulically from side to side. The excavator must be positioned to create the required working angle. Where the operator needs to change the angle independently of the machine, a hydraulic tilt bucket or tilt-rotator grading bucket is a different attachment and should be specified separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eCapacity, Material Weight and Machine Stability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eBucket capacity describes internal volume, not a safe payload. Wet clay, saturated soil and dense aggregate can be substantially heavier than dry topsoil, and the load imposed on the excavator rises as the bucket moves farther from the machine. A wide bucket that is safe close to the tracks may affect stability differently when extended or slewed across a slope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAllow for the empty bucket weight—622kg for the 2100mm model or 688kg for the 2400mm model—before adding the quick hitch and material load. The machine configuration, boom position, working radius, undercarriage orientation, ground bearing capacity and gradient must all be considered. Follow the excavator and hitch manufacturers’ operating limits and do not select an attachment from carrier class, width or capacity alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWidth, Access and Transport Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eBoth versions are wider than many machines and transport vehicles, so site access and handling should be planned before delivery. The 2100mm model is approximately 82.7 inches wide, while the 2400mm model is approximately 94.5 inches wide. Check gateways, loading areas, storage space and any transport restrictions that could affect safe movement of the attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe bucket is delivered by pallet or suitable freight service. A safe unloading method must be available for an attachment weighing between 622kg and 688kg, and the delivery area must be accessible to the carrier. Do not rely on manual handling or assume that a tail-lift service can unload an attachment of this size without prior confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eExcavator buckets are not universal. A 15–22 tonne carrier rating narrows the selection, but it does not confirm that the linkage will fit a particular excavator or quick hitch. Before ordering, confirm the exact machine make and model, operating weight, hitch type, pin diameter, pin centres and dipper gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-measure-an-excavator-for-a-new-bucket\"\u003eguide to measuring an excavator for a new bucket\u003c\/a\u003e explains how to take the required dimensions. If you would like us to check compatibility, use the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-a-quote\"\u003erequest a quote form\u003c\/a\u003e and include the machine details, measurements and clear photographs of the hitch or an existing bucket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eGrading Bucket or Digging Bucket?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eChoose this grading bucket when the priority is a wide working face, controlled movement of loose material and a smooth finished surface. Its toothless cutting edge is suited to levelling, shaping, ditch cleaning, reinstatement and final trimming rather than aggressive ground penetration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eIf the job involves breaking compacted ground, opening trenches, digging foundations or carrying out the main bulk excavation, use a narrower toothed attachment from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/excavator-digging-buckets\"\u003eexcavator digging bucket range\u003c\/a\u003e. Many operators use a digging bucket for the initial excavation before changing to a grading bucket for shaping and clean-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eFor another machine size, browse the complete range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/excavator-grading-buckets\"\u003eexcavator grading buckets\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also compare digging and finishing attachments in our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/excavator-buckets\"\u003eexcavator bucket range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eDelivery and Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThis bucket is supplied to suit the confirmed machine and hitch specification. Popular 20-tonne fitments may occasionally be available for next-day or 48-hour dispatch, but this depends on current stock and confirmed compatibility. Where the required setup is not immediately available, typical fulfilment is within 7–10 working days, although factory workload and fitment requirements can affect the exact lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003ePlease contact us before ordering if the bucket is required for a fixed date. Delivery is made by pallet or suitable freight service, and access and unloading arrangements must be appropriate for the dimensions and weight of the consignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003e15–22 Tonne Grading Bucket FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhich width should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eChoose 2100mm where lower attachment weight, control and site access are most important. Choose 2400mm for wider passes and greater capacity across open ground, provided the excavator and hitch can safely handle the bucket and intended material throughout the working range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow much do the two bucket widths weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 2100mm version weighs 622kg and the 2400mm version weighs 688kg. When checking the machine’s limits, also account for the quick hitch and the weight of the material carried in the bucket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat are the capacities?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 2100mm bucket has an 815-litre heaped capacity and a 594-litre struck capacity. The 2400mm bucket has a 939-litre heaped capacity and a 682-litre struck capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWill this bucket fit every 15–22 tonne excavator?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eNo. Machines in the same weight class can use different pin sizes, pin centres, dipper gaps and quick-hitch systems. The machine model and linkage dimensions must be confirmed before supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs a grading bucket the same as a ditching bucket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eFor this fixed, smooth-edged design, grading bucket and ditching bucket are alternative names for the same attachment. It is intended for levelling, shaping, ditch cleaning, reinstatement and handling loose material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs this a tilt grading bucket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eNo. This is a fixed grading bucket and does not tilt hydraulically from side to side. A hydraulic tilt bucket is a separate attachment for applications where the working angle needs to change without repositioning the excavator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCan this bucket be used for digging?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eIt can collect loose soil and carry out light excavation or ditch-cleaning work, but its wide, toothless design is not intended for aggressive digging in hard or compacted ground. A narrower toothed digging bucket is normally more effective for penetration and trenching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat details are needed to confirm fitment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eProvide the excavator make and model, operating weight, hitch type, pin diameter, pin centres and dipper gap. Clear photographs of the hitch and an existing bucket are also useful when checking compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Hardlife","offers":[{"title":"2100mm","offer_id":65350183911773,"sku":"200-DT-2100","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2400mm","offer_id":65350183944541,"sku":"200-DT-2400","price":2390.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9049\/8653\/files\/200-DT-2100_01.webp?v=1784838414","url":"https:\/\/mammothattachments.com\/products\/15-22-tonne-excavator-grading-bucket","provider":"Mammoth Attachments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}