CMP HG142 ROTATING GRAPPLE,KX057
CMP HG142 Rotary Excavator Grapple Specs
Model: HG142
Manufacturer: CMP Attachments
Type: Hydraulic Rotating Excavator Grapple
Application: Land clearing, log handling, demolition, rock placement, brush removal, and material sorting
Compatibility: Fits Kubota KX057, U55, CAT 305/306, Bobcat E55/E60, and similar 11,000–16,000 lb excavators
Dimensions & Weight
- Grapple Width: 23 in
- Maximum Grapple Opening: 54 in
- Minimum Closed Width: 13.5 in
- Volume Opened: 12.5 cu ft
- Volume Closed: 6 cu ft
- Bearing Size: 12 in
- Approximate Weight: 895–995 lb
- Designed for excavators in the 5–8 ton class
Grapple Performance
- Large 54" opening for handling logs, brush, boulders, and demolition debris
- High clamping force for secure material retention
- Excellent visibility for precise material placement
- Narrow jaw profile allows accurate picking and sorting
- Ideal for forestry, demolition, excavation, and construction applications
Hydraulic System
- Dual high-torque rotation motors
- 360° continuous rotation
- Dual hydraulic clamping cylinders
- Hydraulic lock valves maintain clamping pressure without constant hydraulic flow
- Optional electronic diverter valve available for simplified hydraulic hookup
Rotation & Clamping Features
- 360-degree continuous grapple rotation
- Maximum Rotational Torque: 15,000 in-lb
- Dual-motor design provides exceptional rotational power
- Built-in cross-relief protection cushions rotation stops under load
- Standard lock valves improve load retention and safety
Construction Features
- High-strength T1 steel grapple body
- AR400 hardened wear edges
- Oversized slewing bearing assembly
- Stress-proof hardware for extended service life
- Heavy-duty powder-coated finish
- Manufactured in Minnesota, USA
Edge & Jaw Options
- Replaceable side plates
- Optional closeout plates
- Bolt-on smooth edge
- Bolt-on serrated edge
- Bolt-on tooth kit
- Bolt-on rubber edge option
- Configurable for multiple material-handling applications
Mounting & Compatibility
- Configured to fit Kubota KX057 excavators
- Available for pin-on or quick-coupler mounting systems
- Compatible with most excavators in the 5–8 ton class
- Suitable for forestry, landscape, demolition, and construction work
Common Uses
- Log and timber handling
- Brush and tree cleanup
- Land clearing
- Boulder and retaining wall placement
- Demolition sorting
- Scrap handling
- Construction site cleanup
Key Features
- Fits Kubota KX057 excavators
- 54" maximum grapple opening
- 23" grapple width
- 895–995 lb operating weight
- 360° continuous rotation
- 15,000 in-lb rotational torque
- Dual rotation motors
- Dual clamping cylinders
- Hydraulic lock valves standard
- AR400 wear edges
- Heavy-duty T1 steel construction
Quick Takeaway
The CMP HG142 Rotary Excavator Grapple is a heavy-duty rotating grapple designed for the Kubota KX057 class excavator. Featuring a large 54-inch opening, dual-drive rotation motors, 360-degree continuous rotation, and hydraulic lock valves, it provides exceptional performance for land clearing, forestry work, demolition, rock placement, and material handling applications.
