Drop Hammer Attachment

Break and demolish concrete and asphalt with the drop hammer attachment. To efficiently break up materials, the drop hammer delivers 3,600 foot pounds of impact energy combined with a fast cycle time of 20 blows per minute. Upon impact, the drop hammer fractures the material below the surface, leaving the surface free of jagged debris. Between cycles, the drop hammer attachment allows three seconds to reposition and reset the loader. When the attachment is not in use, the hammer stands in the upright position.

Compared to standard hydraulic breakers, the drop hammer attachment generates little vibration or noise, meaning less wear on the machine and less noise for the operator. This makes the drop hammer the ideal demolition attachment for parking lots, driveways, and sidewalks. Other applications include demolishing a full pad of concrete and any large asphalt breaking job.

How Does It Work?

Inside the drop hammer is a chain mechanism with a catch. The catch grabs the weight and raises it up. When the chain rotates over the top, the catch falls and releases the weight, dropping the hammer onto the material to be demolished.

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Drop Hammer Features:

Bob-Tach� Mounting System: Makes easy work of attaching and detaching the drop hammer from the loader. Fast and easy mounting means spending less time on attachment changes and more time on the job.
Cushioned Safety Valve: Unique in its industry, the cushioned safety valve allows the operator to stop the hammer in mid-stroke and slowly lower it to a resting position, preventing the hammer from falling if the hydraulic flow is shut off.
Drive Motor: Powers the drop hammer attachment with chain drive.
Effective Breaking Power: Delivering 3,600 foot pounds of impact energy for quick and efficient demolishing action. The drop hammer features a 38-inch maximum stroke and a hammer weight of 1,140 pounds.
Fast Cycle Time: Delivers a fast cycle time of 20 blows per minute with three seconds between cycles to reposition and reset the loader.
Upright Position: When not in use, the hammer stands upright. Also, stores and transports in the upright position.

Operating Tips:

Before beginning work, lubricate the chain mechanism. Also, be sure to inspect the chain tension, the tensioner springs, and the tension arms.
To make sure the cushion safety valve is operating properly, activate the carrier hydraulics to lift the weight. When the weight is halfway up the cycle, disengage the hydraulics. If the cushion safety valve is working properly, the weight will fall slowly.
When using the drop hammer attachment, the feet should always be in contact with the surface being demolished. This will prevent the drop hammer from dry firing, which could cause damage to the attachment.
To move the carrier during operation, the feet should be kept on the ground and the loader should be skidded from side to side, or in forward or reverse.

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