Description
Excavator Rake for Roots, Brush & Land Clearing
The Excavator Rake from Construction Attachments is built for removing and separating roots, rocks, brush and demolition debris while allowing loose soil to fall through the attachment. Designed for excavators from 6,000 to 20,000 lbs, this heavy-duty excavator rake provides an efficient way to clean, sort and handle material during land clearing, site preparation and demolition work.
Unlike a standard bucket, the open rake design separates larger debris from usable soil. As a result, operators can reduce unnecessary material loss, rework and cleanup while maintaining excellent visibility of the work area.
Excavator Rake Features
- Designed for 6,000–20,000 lb excavators
- Available in 24″, 30″, 36″, 42″, 48″, 54″, 60″ and 66″ widths
- Optimized 5.5″ average center tine spacing
- Removes roots, rocks, brush and demolition debris
- Allows loose soil to fall through the rake
- Open-frame design provides excellent visibility
- Functions as a grappling tool when used with an excavator hydraulic thumb
- Grab, sort and place material without changing attachments
- Heavy-duty steel construction
- Multiple widths and machine classes for proper equipment matching
- 24-Month Factory Warranty
Separate Debris While Keeping the Soil
The open-tine design is one of the biggest advantages of an excavator rake attachment.
Instead of scooping up soil along with roots, rocks and brush, the rake allows loose material to pass between the tines while retaining larger debris.
This makes the Excavator Rake especially useful for:
- Land clearing
- Root removal
- Brush cleanup
- Rock removal
- Demolition cleanup
- Site preparation
- Landscaping
- Utility work
- Storm cleanup
- General property clearing
In addition, separating debris from soil can reduce the amount of usable material removed from the jobsite.
5.5″ Tine Spacing
All models use approximately 5.5″ average center tine spacing for effective material separation.
The number of tines increases with rake width:
| Width | Number of Tines |
|---|---|
| 24″ | 5 |
| 30″ | 6 |
| 36″ | 7 |
| 42″ | 8 |
| 48″ | 9 |
| 54″ | 10 |
| 60″ | 11 |
| 66″ | 12 |
This consistent spacing allows customers to select a rake width based primarily on the excavator size and application without changing the basic material-separation characteristics of the rake.
Use With an Excavator Thumb
When paired with the excavator’s hydraulic thumb, the Excavator Rake can also function as a grappling and material-handling tool.
The operator can use the rake and thumb together to grab, sort, lift and place roots, rocks, brush and demolition debris.
As a result, the machine can perform several cleanup and material-handling operations without repeatedly changing attachments.
Excavator Rake Sizes & Machine Classes
Construction Attachments offers two rake series to properly match different excavator weight classes.
6,000–15,000 LB Excavators
| Width | Tines | Tine Spacing | Est. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24″ | 5 | 5.5″ | 183 lbs |
| 30″ | 6 | 5.5″ | 221 lbs |
| 36″ | 7 | 5.5″ | 260 lbs |
| 42″ | 8 | 5.5″ | 298 lbs |
| 48″ | 9 | 5.5″ | 336 lbs |
| 54″ | 10 | 5.5″ | 375 lbs |
| 60″ | 11 | 5.5″ | 413 lbs |
| 66″ | 12 | 5.5″ | 452 lbs |
16,000–20,000 LB Excavators
| Width | Tines | Tine Spacing | Est. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24″ | 5 | 5.5″ | 293 lbs |
| 30″ | 6 | 5.5″ | 321 lbs |
| 36″ | 7 | 5.5″ | 360 lbs |
| 42″ | 8 | 5.5″ | 398 lbs |
| 48″ | 9 | 5.5″ | 436 lbs |
| 54″ | 10 | 5.5″ | 475 lbs |
| 60″ | 11 | 5.5″ | 513 lbs |
| 66″ | 12 | 5.5″ | 552 lbs |
Why Use an Excavator Rake Instead of a Bucket?
A conventional excavator bucket is designed to dig and retain material. However, that can be inefficient when the goal is to remove debris while leaving soil behind.
An excavator root rake provides an open structure that allows soil to pass through while larger roots, rocks, limbs and debris remain in front of the tines.
That makes the rake particularly useful for cleanup and land-clearing applications where material separation matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an excavator rake used for?
An excavator rake is used to remove and separate roots, rocks, brush, demolition debris and other larger material while allowing loose soil to fall between the tines.
What size excavators will this rake fit?
Models are available for excavators weighing approximately 6,000–20,000 lbs.
What widths are available?
The Excavator Rake is available in 24″, 30″, 36″, 42″, 48″, 54″, 60″ and 66″ widths.
What is the tine spacing?
All models use approximately 5.5″ average center tine spacing.
Can I use the rake with an excavator thumb?
Yes. When used with the excavator’s hydraulic thumb, the rake can function as a grappling tool for grabbing, sorting and placing material.
Can an excavator rake remove roots?
Yes. Root removal and land clearing are primary applications for this attachment. The rake can separate roots and other debris while allowing loose soil to fall through.
Is an excavator rake useful for demolition cleanup?
Yes. The open rake design can be used to collect and separate demolition debris while reducing the amount of loose soil carried with it.
How do I choose the correct rake?
Choose the appropriate machine weight class and rake width for your excavator and application.
Specify the exact make and model of your excavator when ordering so the proper attachment configuration can be confirmed.
Choose Your Excavator Rake
Select the appropriate 24″–66″ rake width and machine weight class for your excavator.
Whether you’re clearing roots and brush, sorting rocks, cleaning demolition debris or preparing a site, the Construction Attachments Excavator Rake provides an open, highly visible design built for effective material separation.
Need help choosing the right model? Call Construction Attachments at 800-255-4461 with your excavator make and model.
24-Month Factory Warranty
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