BMG 3000 series

[Serf Life]

Saw this in the TCIA mag. New design with some upgrades, this model looks mint. No idea on cost or longevity vs normal knock around.

T3005 Mini Skid Steer Log Grapple | Branch Manager Attachments

The T3005 Mini Skid Steer Log Grapple is Branch Manager Attachment's newest piece of equipment in the grapple family. The T3005 is a New Knock Around Style with Infinite Non-Powered Rotation, Hydraulic Pass Through & Fully Protected Hoses. BMG 66 Opening Hardox Bypass Grapple, Lightweight 300...

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[flushcut]

I can see that being a good bit more expensive than the original.

 

[Mick Dempsey]

Looks really good, love the infinite non powered rotation and hidden hoses.

 

[flushcut]

The hidden hoses are a nice feature.

 

[southsoundtree]

Hoses have never been a real problem. The flag sticker on mine always allowed tracking of spin.

Hidden hoses would benefit the less experienced/ aware the most.

Any idea on the price?

 

[Mick Dempsey]

Hoses have never been a real problem. The flag sticker on mine always allowed tracking of spin.

Hidden hoses would benefit the less experienced/ aware the most.

Any idea on the price?

Yeah, but it’s better if you don’t have to track the spin.

 

[flushcut]

I kinda see it as an additional point of leakage and have gotten used to the self centering effect of the hoses. But I still need to get another 2000 hours out of my BMG before I can allow myself to replace it. Lol

 

[evo]

I’m curious on this 360 spin, it looks great on paper and addresses most all of my criticisms. I’ve had the upper boom fail twice now. I like the heal plate, and hope the steel quality is a bit better.