On a busy site, efficiency is everything. Machines are only as effective as the tools they are paired with, and when it comes to excavators and telehandlers, the bucket attachment is one of the most versatile options available. Whether you are digging, grading, sorting, or handling materials, choosing the right bucket attachment can completely transform the way your machine performs.
What is a Bucket Attachment?
A bucket attachment is designed to extend the capability of an excavator or telehandler beyond its standard functions. By switching between different bucket types, operators can adapt to multiple tasks without needing a whole fleet of specialised machinery. From heavy-duty digging to precision grading or sorting, the right bucket attachment helps boost productivity, reduce costs, and improve accuracy on site.
Standard Pin Bucket Attachment
The standard pin bucket is the most widely used bucket attachment, designed for general-purpose digging and loading. Built with strength in mind, it is highly adaptable and suitable for most excavation projects.
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Durable construction for demanding conditions
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Suitable for both digging and loading tasks
This type of bucket attachment is the go-to choice for contractors who need a dependable tool that can take on multiple jobs.
Riddle Bucket Attachment
Also called skeletal buckets, riddle buckets are designed for sorting and processing materials. Their slotted design allows smaller particles such as soil to fall through, while larger debris like stone, brick, or concrete remains in the bucket.
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Separates materials directly on site
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Saves time and reduces reliance on additional screening equipment
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Ideal for recycling, quarrying, and landscaping
This bucket attachment is especially useful in demolition and recycling, where sorting mixed material is a key part of the job.
Tilting Bucket Attachment
The tilting bucket is a highly flexible bucket attachment, perfect for projects where precision is needed. With the ability to tilt up to 45 degrees in either direction, it allows operators to achieve accurate angles for grading and ditching work.
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Excellent for landscaping, levelling, and backfilling
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Reduces the need to constantly reposition the machine
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Improves efficiency and accuracy on detailed work
This bucket attachment is particularly valued in landscaping and civil engineering projects, where precision makes all the difference.
Trapezoidal Bucket Attachment
Trapezoidal buckets, sometimes referred to as V buckets, are purpose-built for trenching and ditching. With angled sides and a streamlined profile, they create clean trench walls and accurate shapes.
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Perfect for digging irrigation channels, drainage ditches, or waterways
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Produces neat and consistent results
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Saves time on finishing work thanks to the angled design
This bucket attachment is the ideal tool for contractors working in drainage or water management.
Ejector Bucket Attachment
The ejector bucket is most commonly used in the forestry and renewable energy sectors. Designed to handle light materials such as woodchips, it features a moving hydraulic wall that pushes material out of the bucket quickly and safely.
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Efficient handling of biomass materials
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Speeds up loading processes
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Reduces material sticking to the bucket interior
For projects in forestry, biomass handling, or waste management, this bucket attachment is a practical and time-saving solution.
Bespoke Bucket Attachments
Every project is unique, and sometimes a standard bucket attachment may not meet specific requirements. Bespoke manufacturing offers the flexibility to create attachments tailored to individual machines or tasks.
Why bespoke options matter:
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Designed to fit the exact dimensions of your machine
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Built to suit specialist applications
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Ensures maximum efficiency and durability
With custom bucket attachments, contractors can be confident they always have the right tool for the job, no matter how unusual the task.
Why Choose Masterhitch for Your Bucket Attachments?
At Masterhitch, we produce a complete range of bucket attachments, from standard pin to tilting, riddle, trapezoidal, and ejector buckets. Every attachment is built using high-quality British Standard steel and reinforced in high-wear areas for strength and longevity.
We also offer bespoke options, working with clients to design and manufacture bucket attachments that meet exact requirements. By combining skilled engineering with advanced manufacturing techniques, we ensure each attachment performs at the highest level.
When you choose Masterhitch, you benefit from:
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Durable attachments designed for heavy-duty use
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A wide range of bucket options to suit every project
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Custom manufacturing tailored to your machine and application
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Reliable service from a trusted industry name
With the right bucket attachment, your excavator or telehandler becomes a more versatile and productive machine, capable of handling even the toughest projects with ease.
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All information correct as of: October 2025.
