Bucket Capacity Definition for Excavator Bucket Capacity for Excavator is measured in terms of either Struck or Heaped Heaped Capacity (See “
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Heaped Capacity description is more frequently used. Bucket capacity
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which shows in catalogue or Parts P arts Book is the Heaped Capacity “
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There are various standards for designating the heaped capacity of the bucket. The principal difference among those definitions is the Angle of Repose Repose (Slope) as listed in the below table (Back-hoe bucket). “
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Sample of PC200-7
Bucket capacity based on CECE rating Bucket capacity based on SAE rating
Sample of PC200-8
No more CECE rating Bucket capacity based on SAE rating
