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The Amulet PowerBrute Universal Hydraulic Thumb is Amulet's most popular all-purpose hydraulic thumb — a low-cost, universally fitting design that attaches to most makes and models of backhoes and excavators, both old and new. Two-tine universal design with weld-on base plate and independent main pin for easy bucket changes. Narrow body fits virtually any bucket without interfering with the bucket profile. Cushioned hydraulic cylinder and heat-treated pins for durability. Popular with rental fleets and general-purpose applications. 100% USA made, 2-year warranty. Contact eskidsteer.com at 866-757-8337 for model selection.
| Design | Universal — fits most makes and models |
| Tine Configuration | Two-tine universal |
| Base Plate | Weld-on installation |
| Main Pin | Independent — allows bucket changes without removing thumb |
| Body Profile | Narrow — works with virtually any bucket |
| Cylinder | Cushioned hydraulic |
| Pins | Heat treated |
| Cost | Low cost |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Best For | Rental machines, general purpose applications |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Origin | 100% USA Made |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| PB- | PowerBrute standard tine configuration |
| PBC- | PowerBrute curved tine — better grip on rounded/log material |
| HB- | Heavy-duty variant (HoeBrute) — larger machine classes |
| Machine Class | 2-3, 2-5, 3-5, 5-6, 6-8+ tons — select matching your excavator weight |
The PowerBrute is ideal for rental yard fleet standardization (one thumb fits most machines), general contractors wanting an economical hydraulic thumb on older or mixed-fleet machines, and any application where universal fit is more important than model-specific optimization. Contact eskidsteer.com at 866-757-8337 for installation guidance and model selection.
Compatible with excavators and backhoe loaders. Compatibility is determined by machine weight class and pin/boss dimensions — confirm your machine's configuration before ordering. Universal fit for most backhoe and excavator makes and models. Weld-on base plate installation. Contact eskidsteer.com at 866-757-8337 for machine-specific guidance.
Q: How is the PowerBrute different from the PowerClamp?
A: PowerBrute: universal fit, weld-on base, lower cost, two-tine design, fits most machines without model-specific ordering. Ideal for rental and general use. PowerClamp: model-specific, shared main pin, up to 140° rotation, custom meshing tines, higher performance for demanding professional applications. Choose PowerBrute for cost and universality; PowerClamp for maximum performance.
Q: What machines does the PowerBrute fit?
A: Most makes and models of backhoes and excavators, both old and new. The universal weld-on base plate design is not machine-specific. Contact eskidsteer.com at 866-757-8337 for confirmation on your specific machine.
Q: Does the thumb have to be removed to change buckets?
A: No — the independent main pin design allows buckets to be changed without removing the PowerBrute thumb. The thumb stays installed on the dipper stick while the bucket is swapped.
Q: What is PBC vs PB?
A: PB (standard): straight two-tine design for general gripping. PBC (curved): curved tine design that provides better wrap-around grip on round material like logs and pipes. HB (HoeBrute): heavy-duty variant for larger machine classes.
Q: Is this suitable for rental machines?
A: Yes — Amulet describes the PowerBrute as popular with rental machines and recommended for general use application. The universal fit and low-cost design make it ideal for rental fleet standardization.
Q: What is the warranty?
A: 2-year warranty on all Amulet products.
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