Specially used for digging soil.
| Capacity | 0,3 m³–1,1 m³ (model-dependent) |
| Weight | 310–1.200 kg (size-dependent) |
| Structural materials | Q345, Q460 (body) + Hardox 400, NM400, WH60 (wear) |
| Active surface hardness | HRC 53–58 |
| Compatible excavators | 20–30 tonnes: CAT320, CAT330, CAT340 and equivalents |
| Certifications | ISO9001, ISO14001, CE |
| Materials to be excavated | Clayey soil, sand, light gravel, earth mixed with small stones |
| Available colours | Standard yellow or custom |
| Manufacturer warranty | 12 months or 2.000 operating hours |
The Monde standard excavator bucket is the digging and loading attachment designed for common construction soils: clayey earth, sand, light gravel and mixed materials with moderate abrasiveness. With capacities from 0,3 m³ to 1,1 m³ and weights from 310 to 1.200 kg, the Monde standard excavator bucket covers 20–30 tonne excavators with verified compatibility for the CAT320, CAT330 and CAT340.
Manufactured from Q345 and Q460 steels in the base structure and with Hardox 400, NM400 or WH60 in the wear zones, the Monde standard excavator bucket reaches a surface hardness of HRC 53–58 at the critical points (teeth, side edges and bottom) through controlled heat treatment. The ISO9001, ISO14001 and CE certifications guarantee compliance with the quality and environmental standards applicable to industrial equipment for civil construction and infrastructure projects. Key advantages of the Monde standard excavator bucket
• Optimal capacity-to-weight ratio for ordinary soil. The standard excavator bucket is designed to maximize the volume of material moved per cycle on standard construction soils: clayey earth, sandy soil, fine gravel and mixed fills. The thinner walls compared with the rock bucket reduce weight and increase the useful capacity at the same excavator tonnage class.
• Q345, Q460, Hardox 400, NM400, WH60 steels: the Monde standard excavator bucket uses Q345B and Q460D in the load-bearing structure and wear steels selectively in the zones in direct contact with the soil. This combination provides the durability needed on moderately abrasive soils without the over-engineering that would increase the weight of the standard excavator bucket.
• HRC 53–58 hardness through heat treatment: the active surfaces of the standard excavator bucket reach HRC 53–58 hardness through the heat treatment applied after welding. This localized hardness protects the teeth and edges from the abrasive wear of sand and gravel without embrittling the mounting structure.
“The ISO9001, ISO14001 and CE certifications guarantee compliance with the quality and environmental standards applicable to industrial equipment for civil construction and infrastructure projects.”
• Verified compatibility with CAT320, CAT330, CAT340: the Monde standard excavator bucket is sized and tested for the most widely used excavators in the 20–30 tonne class on the Romanian market. The pin geometry, the centre-to-centre distance and the breakout force are calibrated for the hydraulic specifications of these models.
• ISO9001, ISO14001, CE certifications: the Monde standard excavator bucket is produced within the ISO9001 quality management system and in accordance with ISO14001 requirements, with CE marking for compliance with the European directives. The certification documents are provided on request for public procurement files.
• Design optimized for rapid filling and discharge: the internal geometry of the standard excavator bucket facilitates easy penetration into the soil and complete discharge of the material, reducing the residual material in the bucket on each cycle and increasing hourly productivity.
• Independently replaceable teeth: the teeth of the standard excavator bucket wear preferentially relative to the bucket structure and are replaced on site without dismounting the bucket and without welding, using the standard tools available in any maintenance workshop.
• 60-month UZINEX warranty: extended coverage beyond the standard 12-month manufacturer warranty, with spare parts and replacement teeth in stock at Iași.
Technical specifications: Monde standard excavator bucket
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 0,3 m³–1,1 m³ (model-dependent) |
| Weight | 310–1.200 kg (size-dependent) |
| Structural materials | Q345, Q460 (body) + Hardox 400, NM400, WH60 (wear) |
| Active surface hardness | HRC 53–58 |
| Compatible excavators | 20–30 tonnes: CAT320, CAT330, CAT340 and equivalents |
| Certifications | ISO9001, ISO14001, CE |
| Materials to be excavated | Clayey soil, sand, light gravel, earth mixed with small stones |
| Available colours | Standard yellow or custom |
| Manufacturer warranty | 12 months or 2.000 operating hours |
The exact capacity and dimensions compatible with your excavator are confirmed by UZINEX engineers at the quotation stage. Free technical consultancy available . The standard excavator bucket versus the rock bucket
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The Monde standard excavator bucket and the Monde rock excavator bucket are designed for different material categories; the wrong choice needlessly increases either the purchase cost or the operating cost.
The standard excavator bucket is optimized for soils with low to moderate abrasiveness. The thinner walls and lower weight offer a superior capacity-to-weight ratio on earth, clay and light gravel compared with an over-engineered rock bucket on the same soil.
The rock bucket is required on hard, rocky soils and on compact gravel: materials that destroy the teeth and bottom of a standard bucket within a few dozen hours of intensive work. On excavators with the Monde DEHN quick coupler, switching between the standard excavator bucket and the rock bucket is done from the cab in under a minute. Main applications for the standard excavator bucket
Earthworks for civil construction are the main application of the standard excavator bucket. Excavations for foundations, basements, utility trenches and platform grading involve excavating clayey earth and mixed soil with light gravel, exactly the materials for which the standard excavator bucket is optimized.
Road construction and rehabilitation require large excavation volumes in soils of variable quality. The platform profile, the cuts and the embankments along road routes are carried out with the standard excavator bucket on standard soils, switching to the rock bucket only where the hard layer requires it.
Land development and vertical grading (platform levelling, terrain shaping, excavation of retention basins) are carried out on soft and medium soils where the standard excavator bucket offers maximum productivity at minimum purchase cost.
Extraction and loading of granular materials (sand, small-grain gravel, ballast) in alluvial quarries use the standard excavator bucket as the main attachment for feeding conveyor belts and crushers. Frequently asked questions about the standard excavator bucket
Is the standard excavator bucket also compatible with other excavator makes?
Yes, the Monde standard excavator bucket is available with mounting geometries compatible with CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Doosan, Hyundai, Volvo and other makes in the 20–30 tonne class. UZINEX engineers confirm compatibility with your specific excavator model at the quotation stage. What standard bucket capacity is recommended for a 25-tonne excavator?
On a 25-tonne excavator working in standard soil with a density of 1,6–1,8 t/m³, the recommended standard excavator bucket is in the 0,8–1,0 m³ range. UZINEX engineers calculate the exact maximum permissible capacity for your specific excavator and material at the quotation stage. Are the standard excavator bucket teeth standardized with other makes?
The teeth of the Monde standard excavator bucket follow the standard fixing systems (Esco, Caterpillar J-series or equivalents) that allow replacement with compatible teeth from the local market. UZINEX keeps original Monde teeth in stock at Iași for immediate delivery. Is the standard excavator bucket eligible for public procurement?
Yes. The ISO9001, ISO14001 and CE certifications of the Monde standard excavator bucket satisfy the technical requirements of public procurement procedures. UZINEX is a member of the Enterprise Europe Network and provides the complete documentation on request. Leasing options are available on the UZINEX credit and leasing page . Why UZINEX for the standard excavator bucket
The standard excavator bucket is the most frequently replaced attachment on an active site. The availability of spare parts and rapid technical support are just as important as the quality of manufacture.
• 60-month warranty: extended coverage beyond the standard 12-month warranty for the standard excavator bucket purchased through UZINEX.
• Free compatibility check: UZINEX engineers confirm the correct size, capacity and mounting for your excavator before confirmation.
• Transport and installation included: delivery to destination, mounting and training included in the price of the standard excavator bucket.
• Teeth and wear parts in stock at Iași: available immediately, with no waiting times that block production on site.
• Compatible with the Monde quick coupler: the standard excavator bucket is changed in under a minute from the cab on excavators with the DEHN quick coupler.
• ISO and CE certifications included: documents provided on request for public procurement files and European projects.
The Monde standard excavator bucket available through UZINEX is the earthworks attachment for common construction soils, with Q345/Q460/Hardox 400, HRC 53–58 hardness, capacities of 0,3–1,1 m³ for 20–30 tonnes, ISO9001/CE certifications and a 60-month warranty.
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