
6 (28)
2. Designed purpose of use
The AVANT Demolition grapple bucket is an attachment that is designed and manufactured to be used with
AVANT compact loaders that are shown in Table 1. The Demolition grapple bucket combines a normal bucket
and a grapple making it a versatile bucket for many different tasks.
The robust bucket is intended mainly to transport loose and irregular objects or materials, where the hydraulic
grapple or grapples make the work more efficient. The Demolition grapple bucket is especially practical tool
for all demolition, clearing, and construction work. The bucket can also be used for other material grabbing
and transporting tasks. Together with an Avant loader and other construction and demolition attachments
intended for Avant loaders, the demolition grapple bucket is an excellent and long lasting tool for tough
conditions.
The grapples of the bucket make it possible to grab material along the whole width of the bucket. The
hydraulically operated bucket is controlled from the driver’s seat of the loader with the auxiliary hydraulics
control system of the loader. The hydraulic components on the bucket are covered for protection against
damage in demanding tasks. The bucket must not be used when its cylinders or hydraulic parts are
submerged in water. The bucket is not intended for transporting of persons, or to be used as a work platform
even in temporary use. The grapples of the bucket are not intended for other purposes than grabbing and
holding on to material in the bucket. Never connect or tie any ropes, chains, or similar to the grapples.
The Demolition grapple bucket is not designed for any other use than what is specified in this manual and
must not be used for any other purposes than what is intended for.
The attachment has been designed to require as little maintenance as possible. The operator can perform
regular maintenance tasks. All repair work can’t be performed by the operator, and demanding repair and
maintenance operations are to be left for professional technicians. All maintenance work must be done using
proper safety equipment. Spare parts must be identical with original specifications, which can be ensured by
using only original spare parts. A separate spare parts catalogue may be available, consult your Avant dealer.
Familiarise yourself with the manual's instructions regarding service and maintenance. Please contact your
AVANT dealer if you have additional questions about the operation or maintenance of the equipment, or if you
require spare parts or maintenance services.
Table 1 - Demolition grapple bucket - Compatibility with Avant loaders
Avant
220 series 2
225
225LPG
313S
320S
420
423
520
523
R20
525LPG
R28
528
530
630
R35
635
640
735
745
750
755i
760i
850
860i
e5
e6
A441014 900 mm ••••••••
A37465 1050 mm - •••••••
A37535 1300 mm - (•) (•) •••••
The compatibility recommendations are based on the width of the loader, lifting capacity, and adequate
breakout force. Normally the width of the attachment should match roughly the width of the loader. When
using too wide attachment the actual breakout force (bucket tilting capacity) decreases and the overall
performance will decrease.
It is recommended to use the attachment only with loaders marked with •in Table 1. When using with models
marked with (•), full performance may not be achieved. Additional counterweights may also be required. For
compatibility with a model not shown in table, contact your Avant dealer.