Quick Htch Product Information

Mini Excavator Hitches

The Essex Mini Hitches range from ERG Class HX2 (2.5 Tonne Class) through to ERG Class HX3 (5.8 Tonne Class) all hitches have an automatic Safety System with Visual Engagement Verification Flags.

All Mini Hitches are equipped with a lift point as part of the hitch frame for lifting freely suspended loads.

Mini hitches are supplied with hydraulic hoses as standard, electrical control box with buzzer, light and key switch unless the machine has factory fitted hitch control that comply with AS 4772-2008 Clause 2.2.

Also included are Operating Instructions, Hydraulic Installation Guide, Safety and Operating Instructions, Adhesive Warning Label, Essex Engineering 12 month Limited Warranty, Hydraulic Installation Warning and Schematic, Schematic / Parts List, Major Inspection and Maintenance Procedures.

20 Tonne Class

Excavator and Backhoe Hitches.

The Essex Standard Excavator and Backhoe Hitch Range is from ERG Class HX4 (7 Tonne Class) to ERG Class HX10 (40 Tonne Class) All the Essex Standard Hitches have an Automatic Safety System with Visual Engagement Verification Flags.

All Excavator and Backhoe Hitches are equipped with a lift point as part of the hitch frame for lifting freely suspended loads.

All Hitches are supplied with Electrical Control Box with buzzer, light and key switch unless the machine has factory fitted hitch control that comply with AS 4772-2008 Clause 2.2.

12 Tonne Class

Features

The Safety System is engaged automatically as part of the operational function of the hitch.
There is no additional cost for the hydraulic installation as the Safety System operates off standard Quick Hitch piping and circuitry.
Low maintenance as the entire hitch does not require any lubrication or greasing for its operation.
Time saving and cost efficient with less down time during implement changeover.
All hitches come with a lift point as part of the hitch frame for lifting freely suspended loads.
Unique wedging action that effectively isolates the primary cylinder from operational back loads.
The hydraulic cylinder check valve is an integral part of the cylinder body.
The automatic Safety System provides to the operator a safer environment by reducing the need to enter an exclusion zone during implement changeover.
The automatic Safety System because of its convenience to the operator promotes a positive attitude to the operator in regard to safety.
The operator has visual confirmation the safety system is engaged.