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📘 Overview
The Top Dog skid steer dirt bucket is the earthmoving bucket in the range — five widths from 60" to 84", each with 3/8" steel skid plates for reinforcement where a dirt bucket actually wears. At 39.5" overall depth and 22" high it is longer and lower than the utility bucket, which is the right shape for digging and loading rather than carrying bulk. Inside depth is 36" across every width, with a 5/8" x 6" bucket edge, and an optional 5/8" x 8" double bevel bolt-on cutting edge is available on all five sizes.
Among skid steer bucket options the dirt bucket is the one built to be worn out and kept working. As a skid steer digging bucket the low profile and thick edge are what let it enter compacted material, and the optional bolt-on skid steer bucket cutting edge means the wear point is a consumable rather than the whole tool. Buyers weighing skid steer bucket capacity against duty should note that this bucket runs smaller than the utility bucket at every width — that is deliberate, since a full bucket of wet soil is far heavier than the same volume of loose material.
⚙ Key Features of the Top Dog Attachments Dirt Bucket
- 3/8" steel skid plates — the underside is where a dirt bucket wears out; skid plates take that abrasion instead of the shell.
- 5/8" x 6" bucket edge — a thick edge for digging into compacted material rather than just scraping loose dirt.
- Optional 5/8" x 8" double bevel bolt-on edge — a bolt-on edge is replaceable when worn — a welded edge means replacing the bucket.
- Low 22" profile — lower than the utility bucket, so you can see the cutting edge and place it precisely when digging.
- 39.5" overall depth — a long floor that lets the bucket fill on the pass rather than pushing material ahead.
- Five widths, 60" to 84" — sized from 440 lbs to 560 lbs empty across common machine capacities.
- Consistent 36" inside depth — the same working envelope at every width, so behaviour is predictable when you change size.
🔑 Why Choose the Dirt Bucket?
- Wears where it is cheap to fix — 3/8" skid plates and an optional bolt-on edge concentrate wear in replaceable parts rather than in the bucket shell.
- Digs instead of pushing — the long low profile and thick edge let the bucket enter material and fill, where a taller general purpose bucket tends to push.
- See what you are doing — at 22" high the operator has a clear view of the cutting edge for precise digging and grading.
- Cheaper to run over time — a replaceable bolt-on edge turns a worn cutting edge into a parts order instead of a new bucket.
📊 Top Dog Attachments Dirt Bucket Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Inside Depth | 36" |
| Overall Depth | 39.5" |
| Overall Height | 22" |
| Bucket Edge | 5/8" x 6" |
| Optional Bolt-On Edge | 5/8" x 8" double bevel bolt-on cutting edge |
| Skid Plates | 3/8" steel |
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
🔄 Dirt Bucket Sizes, Part Numbers and Weights
| Part # | Width | Inside Width | Capacity | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9000110 | 60" | 58" | 0.5 cu yd | 440 lbs |
| 9000111 | 66" | 64" | 0.554 cu yd | 480 lbs |
| 9000112 | 72" | 70" | 0.605 cu yd | 520 lbs |
| 9000113 | 78" | 76" | 0.655 cu yd | 550 lbs |
| 9000114 | 84" | 82" | 0.706 cu yd | 560 lbs |
🔗 What Is a Skid Steer Dirt Bucket Used For?
- Digging and earthmoving
- Backfilling trenches and foundations
- Loading dirt, gravel and aggregate
- Site grading and levelling
- General construction and landscaping earthwork
For ground too hard to penetrate with a smooth edge, the tough tooth bucket adds teeth on 9" spacing to the same basic profile.
🚜 Which Machines Fit the Dirt Bucket?
Available for two machine classes — the Dirt Bucket uses a single universal quick attach plate that serves both:
Skid steers and compact track loaders — fits machines with a Universal Quick Attach (SSQA) mount, including:
BobcatCaterpillarJohn DeereCaseNew HollandTakeuchiKubotaGehl
Compact tractor front-end loaders — fits tractor loaders fitted with a skid-steer-style universal quick attach coupler. Loaders using Euro/Global or John Deere 400/500 mounts require the matching Top Dog adapter plate (Euro 90133219, Euro 2-piece 90133229, JD flat 9033199, JD offset 90133228).
Compatibility is determined by mount type, not brand — confirm your machine’s quick attach configuration before ordering.
❓ Dirt Bucket Questions, Answered
What is the difference between a dirt bucket and a utility bucket?
The Top Dog dirt bucket is lower and longer — 22" high and 39.5" deep — which suits digging and loading earth. The utility bucket is 25" high and 38.5" deep with a step bent insert and greater capacity, suiting general material handling. The dirt bucket also carries 3/8" skid plates for reinforcement against ground wear.
What size dirt bucket should I choose?
Match the bucket to your loader’s rated operating capacity. The Top Dog dirt bucket runs 0.5 cu yd at 60" (440 lbs empty) to 0.706 cu yd at 84" (560 lbs empty). Remember that a bucket of wet dirt weighs far more than the same bucket of loose gravel.
Is a bolt-on cutting edge available for the dirt bucket?
Yes. All five widths are available with an optional 5/8" x 8" double bevel bolt-on cutting edge. A bolt-on edge can be replaced when worn, which is substantially cheaper than replacing the bucket.
What are the skid plates for?
The 3/8" steel skid plates reinforce the underside of the Top Dog dirt bucket, which is where a digging bucket wears fastest. They take ground abrasion instead of the bucket shell.
How deep is the dirt bucket?
Inside depth is 36" on every width, with 39.5" overall depth and 22" overall height.
Can the dirt bucket be used for gravel and aggregate?
Yes. The Top Dog dirt bucket handles dirt, gravel, sand and aggregate. For screening rock out of soil, a rock bucket with open tines is the better tool since it lets the fines fall through.
Will the dirt bucket fit a tractor loader?
Yes, where the tractor front-end loader is fitted with a skid-steer-style universal quick attach coupler. Loaders using Euro/Global or John Deere 400/500 mounts require the corresponding Top Dog adapter plate.
How long does a bucket cutting edge last?
Edge life depends entirely on material and surface. Scraping concrete or working in rock wears an edge far faster than loading loose soil. The Top Dog dirt bucket’s optional 5/8" x 8" double bevel bolt-on edge exists precisely because edge life varies — when it wears, you replace the edge rather than the bucket.
Can the dirt bucket handle wet clay and mud?
Yes, though wet material is far heavier than dry. A 0.706 cu yd bucket of saturated clay can weigh well over a ton, so check your loader’s rated operating capacity before filling the 84" model with wet material. The 3/8" skid plates help when scraping heavy sticky ground.
How is the dirt bucket shipped?
Shipping is calculated at checkout — add the item to your cart, enter your delivery address, and the shipping charge is displayed before you complete your order. Lift gate service is available for residential deliveries and can be selected at checkout.
How do I order a Top Dog dirt bucket?
Add the item to your cart directly on eskidsteer.com and complete checkout online. Select your width from the variant options, and have your machine make, model, and serial number ready to confirm fitment before ordering. If you have a fitment question before purchasing, call us at (866) 757-8337.
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