Stump Bucket Build - Suggestions and Ideas

[SJay]

I have a Bobcat CT225 (Kioti CK27) tractor and I want to build a stump bucket for it. I have attached pictures of my mock up.

All metal is 1/4" except for the front edge - it will be 1/2"

Bottom is 8" x 36"
Sides are 16" x 36"
Angle of sides to back is 30 degrees
I will have 2 each 8x8 supports on the side of the bucket

Any thoughts or suggestions?
Thanks
Steve

 

[downsizingnow48]

This recent build thread might be helpful. Apologies if you already saw it.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/358547-homemade-stump-grapple.html

 

[SJay]

Thanks, I did see the thread and OP has been very helpful. I am wondering if the angle to the back plate should be different based on my tractor HP.

 

[SJay]

Ended up buying a Stump Bucket from Titan. Works Great

Titan Stump Bucket Tree Spade Scoop Digger Skid Steer Bobcat Attachment Pull

 

[CADplans]

Here is a picture of my stump bucket (or is it stump barrel? :laughing

The hard part of making it was ventilating it with my Ruger 10-22,,,
I used the Smith 629, a little,,, too!! :thumbsup:

That Titan bucket looks like a great deal,, usually, for a DIY, the backing plate alone would cost over $125.

How thick is the bucket material on the Titan bucket?

 

[SJay]

1/4" - the end has a 1/2" plate welded to it