Used Buckets for Construction Equipment

Buckets for Excavators and Mini-Excavators: Earthmoving, Trenching, and Cleaning

The excavation bucket remains the standard for cutting and leveling, while the trapezoid bucket (or trench bucket) is ideal for digging narrow, uniform trenches, especially for networks and pipelines. The cleaning bucket, with its wide and shallow profile, is suitable for ditch cleaning and bank maintenance. For mini-excavators, the choice of bucket directly depends on the machine's tonnage: a 2.5-ton mini-excavator cannot accommodate the same width or volume as an 8 or 15-ton excavator, a critical point to verify before any purchase.

Types of Buckets Available at Codimatra

• Excavation bucket, for general cutting and leveling
• Trapezoid bucket / trench bucket, for digging narrow trenches
• Cleaning bucket, for ditch and bank maintenance
• Ditch bucket, shaped to suit drainage network calibrations
• Loader bucket, for loading and material recovery
• High-dump bucket (GHD), for dumping over obstacles or tall containers
• Sieve bucket, to sort soil and stones directly on-site
• Crusher bucket, to reduce rubble and stones into reusable aggregates
• Skeleton bucket, to drain and separate materials from fine particles
• Crocodile bucket and grapple bucket, for handling blocks, stumps, and bulky waste
• Stone bucket, reinforced for rocky soils
• Rake bucket, for sorting roots and plant debris during stripping
• Mixer bucket, for preparing mortar or concrete directly on site
• Sweeper bucket, for cleaning roads and platforms
• 4-in-1 bucket and multi-purpose bucket, combining earthmoving, leveling, and gripping
• Euro bucket, with the most common attachment standard on loaders and telehandlers

Bucket for Mini-Excavators: Tonnage and Machine Compatibility

The choice of bucket for mini-excavators primarily depends on the equipment's tonnage: a 2.5-ton mini-excavator cannot handle the width or weight of a bucket designed for a 5 or 8-ton machine. Leading brands in this segment, notably Kubota and Yanmar, each have their own attachment measurements. Codimatra selects its used mini-excavator buckets based on the exact machine model to avoid issues with fitment or bucket width unsuitable for the job site.

Specialized Buckets: Sieving, Crushing, and Handling

• The sieve bucket separates fine soil from stones and roots without using a separate sieve
• The crusher bucket reduces demolition rubble and stones into reusable materials on site
• The skeleton bucket drains wet materials and retains larger elements
• The crocodile bucket combines gripping and loading for handling blocks or timber
• The grapple bucket facilitates sorting and moving bulky waste or stumps
• The reinforced stone bucket withstands rocky soils and repeated impacts

Buckets for Forklifts and Telehandlers

On forklifts or telehandlers, the bucket enables handling loose materials without forks. The most sought-after models cover the main brands on the market, notably Bobcat, JCB, and Mecalac, with references compatible with the standard quick or euro hitch depending on the machine. For equipment with specialized attachments (Geith notably), compatibility should be checked case by case according to the carrier model.

Backhoe Bucket and Loader Bucket: Versatility on Site

The backhoe bucket equips both the front loader and rear excavator arm, with different models depending on the intended function. The loader bucket, wider and shallower than an excavation bucket, favors material volume over ground penetration. The euro hitch, widely used on these machines, makes swapping buckets quick and tool-free, a key advantage to alternate between excavation, loading, and road cleaning within the same workday.

How to Choose Your Used Bucket Correctly

• Verify the tonnage and exact model of your machine before ordering
• Check the type of attachment (standard, euro, quick) to ensure compatibility
• Prioritize buckets inspected in workshop for teeth condition, cutting edge, and structure
• Match the bucket type to its intended use: excavation, cleaning, sieving, or handling require different profiles
• Request the part history before purchase rather than a simple commercial claim
• For remote purchases, obtain detailed specifications (width, volume, weight, attachment) prior to shipment

Why Choose Your Used Buckets from Codimatra

Codimatra, part of the Dubreuil group, brings together 45 years of expertise in used parts for construction machinery. Our stock of over 18,000 references includes numerous buckets sourced from dismantled machines, inspected by specialised technicians before resale. Discover Codimatra's expertise in used parts for construction equipment.

• Buckets checked in workshop; no vague promises
• Technical support to identify the bucket compatible with your machine
• Shipping available throughout France and internationally, regardless of destination country