Hydraulic Log Grapple

The Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple is the attachment for gripping and handling wood materials, designed for 17–23 tonne excavators — the solution for operators in forestry, wood processing and land-clearing work where logs and bulk wood materials must be lifted, moved and stacked quickly, without manual handling or securing chains.

With a maximum jaw opening of 2,300 mm and continuous 360° hydraulic rotation, the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple grips large wood loads and orients them at any angle from the operator's cab.

The Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple weighs 1,380 kg and is built from Q345, Q460, NM400, WH60 and Hardox steels — materials certified to ISO 9001:2008, CE and SGS. The jaws made from high-strength and anti-wear steel plate combine low weight with the rigidity required to handle heavy loads in the harsh environments of forestry and land clearing. Technical specifications — Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple

The Monde range includes hydraulic log grapple models for different tonnage classes, from lightweight 115 kg models up to the 1,380 kg MWR20. UZINEX engineers recommend the optimal model for your excavator — free technical consultancy available . Key advantages of the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple

• Maximum opening 2,300 mm — the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple opens its jaws to 2,300 mm, allowing it to grip large wood loads — bundles of logs, packs of round wood, bulky loads of branches — that cannot be handled by standard-opening grapples. The 2,300 mm opening determines the volume of material gripped per cycle and, consequently, the hourly productivity of the handling operation.

• Continuous 360° hydraulic rotation — the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple rotates 360° in both directions with no angular limit, controlled from the excavator cab. Free rotation lets the operator orient the wood load exactly into the position required for stacking, truck loading or feeding a processing machine, without moving the excavator or the arm to correct the orientation of the logs.

• Q345, Q460, NM400, WH60, Hardox — the jaws of the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple are made from high-strength steel plate and anti-wear plate, combining low weight with resistance to deformation under the dynamic loads generated by heavy logs and jammed loads. Hardox and NM400 on the contact surfaces extend the service life of the jaws compared with ordinary structural steels.

• Integrated rotation mechanism — the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple has its rotation mechanism integrated into the body of the attachment, eliminating external rotation components that require separate maintenance. This compact construction reduces wear points, simplifies periodic maintenance and shortens intervention times in the event of a fault.

• Single cylinder — the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple actuates the jaws through a single hydraulic cylinder, a configuration that reduces the complexity of the attachment's hydraulic system and minimises the risk of oil leaks compared with multi-cylinder systems. The single cylinder generates the gripping force required for typical forestry and industrial wood-handling loads.

• ISO 9001:2008, CE, SGS certifications — the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple is certified to ISO 9001:2008, CE and SGS — the quality documents required for public tenders and EU-funded projects in the forestry and land-clearing sector. UZINEX provides complete documentation at delivery.

• Material versatility — the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple handles logs, processed timber, branches, bamboo, reed and bulk agricultural materials — any elongated or irregularly shaped material that can be enclosed by the jaws with their 2,300 mm opening. This versatility allows the same attachment to be used across diverse applications within the same working season.

• 60-month UZINEX warranty — spare parts in stock in Iași, guaranteed 24–48 hour nationwide technical support.

Main applications of the excavator hydraulic log grapple

Forestry and timber collection from felling sites is the main application for which the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple is optimised. Felled logs cleared of branches must be collected, bundled and loaded onto forestry transport — operations in which the hydraulic log grapple replaces manual handling with cables and chains, reducing the risk of injury and increasing the daily productivity of the logging crew.

Round-wood stockpiles and yards at processing plants — sawmills, lumber mills, furniture factories — require continuous handling of logs from the receiving area to the soaking ponds or directly to the cutting saw. The Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple ensures continuous feeding of the processing line with a single operator, eliminating manual labour for moving material within the yard.

Land clearing for construction projects, agricultural development or industrial parks frequently involves removing felled trees, uprooted stumps and woody material resulting from clearing. The Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple allows this material to be collected and stacked quickly directly with the excavator already on site, without bringing in separate forestry machinery.

Handling bulk agricultural materials — reed bales, bamboo bundles, straw — at collection and processing platforms is a secondary application of the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple, made possible by the large 2,300 mm opening and the flexibility to grip irregularly shaped materials. Hydraulic log grapple vs. hydraulic thumb bucket — when to choose each

The Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple and the excavator hydraulic thumb bucket are both gripping attachments, but with fundamentally different geometries and applications.

The excavator hydraulic log grapple is the solution for elongated and bulky wood and agricultural materials — logs, branches, reed — where the large opening (2,300 mm) and the circular grip of the jaws ensure a secure hold on heavy cylindrical loads. The grapple does not excavate or dig — it is purely a gripping and handling attachment.

The excavator hydraulic thumb bucket is the solution for demolition and construction materials — boulders, concrete debris, metal parts, moderately sized wood — where combining the bucket's digging function with the hydraulic thumb's grip offers maximum versatility on a single mixed work front.

Combined with a Monde DEHN quick coupler, the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple can be mounted and dismounted from the excavator cab in under a minute, switching quickly to a standard bucket or to the excavator ripper depending on the work phase. Frequently asked questions about the excavator hydraulic log grapple

What hydraulic circuit does the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple require?

The Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple requires an auxiliary hydraulic circuit to actuate the jaw cylinder and a separate circuit for the 360° rotation. UZINEX checks the availability and parameters of both circuits on your specific excavator model when quoting, to confirm compatibility before delivery. Can the MWR20 hydraulic grapple also handle metal material?

The Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple is designed for wood and agricultural materials. For handling metal materials — sections, plates, demolition structures — specialised attachments such as a magnet or a scrap-metal grapple are recommended. UZINEX engineers can recommend the right attachment for your mixed application when quoting. Are there smaller hydraulic log grapple models for excavators under 17 tonnes?

Yes. The Monde range includes hydraulic log grapple models with weights from 115 kg, compatible with smaller excavators. UZINEX recommends the right model according to the available excavator tonnage and the typical dimensions of the wood loads to be handled — contact UZINEX engineers for selection. Is the MWR20 hydraulic grapple eligible for public tenders?

Yes. The Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple is certified to ISO 9001:2008, CE and SGS. UZINEX provides complete technical documentation at delivery. The product can be added directly to SEAP/SICAP. UZINEX is a member of the Enterprise Europe Network and supplies equipment for EU-funded projects. Why UZINEX for the excavator hydraulic log grapple

An excavator hydraulic log grapple is a productivity attachment in forestry and timber yards — the performance and availability of the attachment directly influence the volume of material handled per shift and the cost per cubic metre of processed wood.

• Model selection included — UZINEX recommends the excavator hydraulic log grapple model suited to your excavator's tonnage and to the typical dimensions of the wood loads to be handled.

• Hydraulic compatibility check — the jaw and rotation circuits confirmed on your specific excavator before delivery of the excavator hydraulic log grapple.

• ISO 9001:2008, CE, SGS certification — complete documentation for public tenders and EU-funded projects in the forestry sector.

• 60-month warranty — extended coverage for the Monde MWR20 hydraulic log grapple in intensive forestry and industrial use.

• Transport and installation included — delivery to site, mounting on the excavator, hydraulic adjustments and operator training included.

• Spare parts permanently in stock in Iași — immediate availability, with no unplanned stoppages of the wood-handling operation.

• Nationwide 24–48 hour technical support — a network of technicians with nationwide coverage and a guaranteed response time.

• Financing options — leasing and credit available on the UZINEX credit and leasing page .

Monde MWR20 excavator hydraulic log grapple available through UZINEX — 1,380 kg, 2,300 mm opening, continuous 360° rotation, single cylinder, Q345/Q460/NM400/WH60/Hardox, certified ISO 9001:2008+CE+SGS, compatible with 17–23 tonne excavators, 60-month warranty, transport and installation included throughout Romania.