The R22 Mechanical Thumb is a heavy-duty excavator attachment designed for R22-class machines, providing secure gripping power for logs, rocks, and debris. Built for durability and simplicity, it improves material handling efficiency during demolition, land clearing, and construction work.
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The R22 Mechanical Thumb is engineered to enhance the versatility of R22-class excavators by allowing operators to securely grip irregular materials such as rocks, logs, brush, and demolition debris. Designed with a strong mechanical locking system, this attachment provides dependable clamping performance without the need for additional hydraulic connections.
Mechanical thumbs are commonly used alongside digging buckets to improve control when lifting and placing materials. The rugged design helps contractors reduce manual labor while improving efficiency on landscaping, construction, and site-cleanup projects.
RIPPA equipment is built with a strong performance-to-value philosophy and supported by a global service network, with typical shipping within two weeks and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
? Mechanical thumb design for reliable gripping performance
? Ideal for handling rocks, logs, brush, and irregular debris
? Simple manual setup with minimal maintenance requirements
? Heavy-duty construction built for demanding jobsite use
? Designed specifically for R22-class excavators
The mechanical thumb is spec-matched to 2.5 tonne mini excavators. Ontario contractors buy this size for jobs where the dimensions match the work at hand: matching the attachment to the machine and the material saves cycle time and reduces machine strain.
Not sure whether this fits your excavator or your work? Contact us for fitment help – we confirm before you order.
Another Way Equipment Depot is an authorized RIPPA dealer serving Eastern Ontario. When you buy from us, you get a genuine RIPPA attachment with warranty, fast Ontario delivery, financing available (apply here), and factory-trained service support. Request a quote for current pricing.
A thumb clamps against your bucket to grip material – logs, boulders, debris – turning your bucket into a material-handling tool without a separate grapple.
Yes – Another Way Equipment Depot is an authorized RIPPA dealer. Every attachment we sell is a genuine RIPPA part with manufacturer warranty.
Yes. Delivery timing depends on stock and destination – request a quote for a current estimate on this attachment.
Operating Weight: 4,008 lbs (1,818 kg)
Engine: Kubota D902. 15.8 hp
Max Dig Depth: 95.3 inches (2,420 mm)
Max Reach: 156.5 inches (3.975 mm)
Bucket Capacity: 0.03 m² standard
Track Width: Adjustable 41-53 inches
