Description
The NM Attachments Class 6 Mechanical Weld-On Excavator Thumb – 2 Tines is a robust, mechanically adjustable attachment designed for excavators in the approximately 10,000–14,000 lb operating-weight class. Model 6MWO-2T combines high-grade structural steel construction with durable AR400 steel tines and a three-position stiff arm, giving operators a practical solution for handling, stabilising, sorting, and repositioning material during excavation and site work. Its weld-on mounting configuration provides a direct, permanent attachment method for compatible excavator setups.
Product Overview
The NM Attachments 6MWO-2T is a mechanical weld-on excavator thumb with a two-tine configuration. It is part of NM Attachments’ mechanical weld-on thumb family, constructed from high-grade structural steel for demanding excavator applications. The AR400 steel tines are designed for wear resistance in material-handling tasks, while the three-position stiff arm allows the thumb position to be adjusted to suit the work being performed.
As a mechanical thumb, the 6MWO-2T is intended for use where a fixed, mechanically adjustable attachment is preferred. The thumb works with the excavator bucket to help grip and control materials such as branches, logs, rocks, demolition debris, and other jobsite materials. The two-tine design provides a straightforward configuration for general material handling and excavation support.
Key Features
- Two-tine configuration: Provides a practical gripping arrangement for handling and controlling material with the excavator bucket.
- Three-position stiff arm: Allows the mechanical thumb position to be adjusted between three available settings for different working requirements.
- AR400 steel tines: Uses AR400 steel for the tine components, supporting durability in abrasive material-handling applications.
- High-grade structural steel construction: Built from high-grade structural steel for a strong and dependable attachment structure.
- Weld-on mounting: Designed for weld-on installation to a compatible excavator setup.
- Class 6 application: Suited to excavators with an operating weight of approximately 10,000–14,000 lb.
- Mechanical operation: Provides a mechanically adjustable thumb solution without a hydraulic requirement identified for this product.
Applications
The NM Attachments 6MWO-2T can help improve control when handling materials that are difficult to manage with a bucket alone. Its thumb-and-bucket configuration is suitable for general excavation support, material sorting, debris handling, landscaping tasks, and other work requiring the operator to hold or stabilise material during movement.
The three-position stiff arm enables the operator or installer to select an appropriate mechanical position for the intended application. This makes the thumb useful for a range of material-handling tasks while maintaining a straightforward weld-on design.
Specifications
| Brand | NM Attachments |
|---|---|
| Model | 6MWO-2T |
| Product type | Mechanical weld-on excavator thumb |
| Tine configuration | 2 tines |
| Tine material | AR400 steel |
| Main construction material | High-grade structural steel |
| Stiff-arm adjustment | 3 positions |
| Mounting | Weld-on |
| Recommended excavator operating-weight class | Approximately 10,000–14,000 lb |
| Product code | NM-6MWO-2T |
Excavator Requirements
This thumb is intended for excavators with an operating weight of approximately 10,000–14,000 lb, corresponding to the catalogue range for model 6MWO-2T. Confirm that the excavator, bucket, and intended weld-on mounting area are suitable for installation before fitting the attachment.
Installation and Compatibility
The NM Attachments 6MWO-2T uses a weld-on mounting configuration. Installation should be completed on a compatible excavator setup with appropriate attention to the mounting location, structural suitability, and alignment with the bucket and excavator linkage. Compatibility is identified for excavators in the approximately 10,000–14,000 lb operating-weight range.