Description
Product Description
Solesbee’s Manual Excavator Thumb | Machine Size 2 – 39.5 Tons | For Excavators
The Solesbee’s Manual Excavator Thumb is a rugged, cost‑effective solution for adding gripping capability to your excavator. Designed for machines from 4,000 – 79,000 lbs (2 – 39.5 tons), this thumb gives operators the ability to securely handle stumps, trees, brush, logs, pipe, stone, and demolition debris with precision and control.
Its welded‑on design ensures maximum strength, while the fold‑away feature allows the thumb to be tucked out of the way when not in use — leaving full bucket functionality for digging. Installation is straightforward for qualified welders, typically taking about two hours, and all pins and hardware are included for a complete setup.
Ideal for construction, landscaping, forestry, and site‑prep applications, the Solesbee’s Manual Excavator Thumb is built to withstand heavy use in demanding environments.
Key Features
- Machine Size Range – Fits excavators from 4,000 – 79,000 lbs (2 – 39.5 tons)
- Secure Material Handling – Grip stumps, trees, brush, logs, pipe, stone, and debris with confidence
- Weld‑On Design – Attaches to stick or boom arm for maximum strength and durability
- Fold‑Away Function – Tucks out of the way when not in use, with no interference to digging
- Quick Installation – Can be installed by qualified welders in approximately 2 hours
- Complete Kit – Includes all pins and mounting hardware
- Low Maintenance – Simple, robust design with no hydraulic components
- Versatile Applications – Suitable for site prep, demolition, waste recycling, and land clearing
Detailed Specifications
4–7k lbs (2 – 3.5 Tons) Excavators
| Item Code |
Length |
No. of Teeth |
Est. Weight (lbs) |
| SET-.5/12 |
24 |
2 |
125 |
| SET-.5/24 |
24 |
2 |
125 |
| SET-.5QC/12 |
32 |
2 |
125 |
| SET-.5QC/24 |
32 |
2 |
125 |
10–12k lbs (5 – 6 Tons) Excavators
| Item Code |
Length |
No. of Teeth |
Est. Weight (lbs) |
| SET-.75/12 |
32 |
2 |
225 |
| SET-.75/12 |
32 |
2 |
225 |
| SET-.75QC |
42 |
2 |
225 |
| SET-.75QC |
42 |
4 |
225 |
14–16k lbs (7 – 8 Tons) Excavators
| Item Code |
Width |
Length |
No. of Teeth |
Est. Weight (lbs) |
| SET-1/12 |
12 |
38 |
2 |
300 |
| SET-1/24 |
16 |
SEB-1/36 |
3 |
300 |
| SET-1-QC |
12 |
46 |
2 |
300 |
| SET-1-QC |
16 |
46 |
3 |
300 |
24–33k lbs (12 – 16.5 Tons) Excavators
| Item Code |
Width |
Length |
No. of Teeth |
Mesh with bucket |
Est. Weight (lbs) |
| SET-1.5/36 |
25 |
48 |
4 |
36/5 |
600 |
| SET-1.5/42 |
30 |
48 |
4 |
42/5 |
600 |
| SET-1.5/36QC |
25 |
56 |
4 |
36/5 |
600 |
| SET-1.5/42QC |
30 |
56 |
4 |
42/5 |
600 |
33–40k lbs ( 16.5 – 20 Tons) Excavators
| Item Code |
Width |
Length |
No. of Teeth |
Mesh with bucket |
Est. Weight (lbs) |
| SET-2/36 |
25 |
48 |
4 |
36/5 |
750 |
| SET-2/42 |
30 |
48 |
4 |
42/5 |
750 |
| SET-2/48 |
34 |
48 |
5 |
48/6 |
750 |
| SET-2/36QC |
25 |
56 |
4 |
36/5 |
750 |
| SET-2/42QC |
30 |
56 |
4 |
42/5 |
750 |
| SET-2/42QC |
34 |
56 |
5 |
42/6 |
750 |
40–45k lbs (20 – 22.5 Tons) Excavators
| Item Code |
Width |
Length |
No. of Teeth |
Mesh with bucket |
Est. Weight (lbs) |
| SET-2.5/36 |
25 |
58 |
4 |
36/5 |
950 |
| SET-2.5/42 |
30 |
58 |
4 |
42/5 |
950 |
| SET-2.5/48 |
34 |
58 |
4 |
48/5 |
950 |
| SET-2.5/54 |
40 |
58 |
5 |
54/6 |
950 |
| SET-2.5/36QC |
25 |
66 |
4 |
36/5 |
950 |
| SET-2.5/42QC |
30 |
66 |
4 |
42/5 |
950 |
| SET-2.5/42QC |
34 |
66 |
4 |
48/5 |
950 |
| SET-2.5/42QC |
34 |
66 |
5 |
54/6 |
950 |
46–59k lbs ( 23 – 29.5 Tons) Excavators
| Item Code |
Width |
Length |
No. of Teeth |
Mesh with bucket |
Est. Weight (lbs) |
| SET-3/36 |
25 |
58 |
4 |
36/5 |
1050 |
| SET-3/42 |
30 |
58 |
4 |
42/5 |
1050 |
| SET-3/48 |
34 |
58 |
4 |
48/5 |
1050 |
| SET-3/54 |
40 |
58 |
5 |
54/6 |
1050 |
| SET-3/36QC |
25 |
66 |
4 |
36/5 |
1050 |
| SET-3/42QC |
30 |
66 |
4 |
42/5 |
1050 |
| SET-3/42QC |
34 |
66 |
4 |
48/5 |
1050 |
| SET-3/42QC |
34 |
66 |
5 |
54/6 |
1050 |
60–79k lbs ( 30 – 39.5 Tons) Excavators
| Item Code |
Width |
Length |
No. of Teeth |
Mesh with bucket |
Est. Weight (lbs) |
| SET-4/42 |
30 |
– |
4 |
42/5 |
1250 |
| SET-4/48 |
34 |
– |
4 |
48/5 |
1250 |
| SET-4/54 |
40 |
– |
5 |
54/6 |
1250 |
| SET-4/42QC |
30 |
– |
4 |
42/5 |
1250 |
| SET-4/42QC |
34 |
– |
4 |
48/5 |
1250 |
| SET-4/42QC |
34 |
– |
5 |
54/6 |
1250 |
Manuals & Documents
- Solesbees Excavator Quick Couplers Specifications Sheet
- Solesbees Excavator Manual Thumb Base Plate Installation Guide
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