Your Cat® equipment delivers efficiency, power and reliability day after day for your landscaping business. Attachments transform these machines from capable workhorses into specialized tools that excel at specific tasks. With the U.S. landscaping market forecast to be worth $245 billion by 2030, contractors who optimize their fleets with the best Cat parts gain added efficiency and versatility.
Here are the nine best Cat parts for landscaping to help you tackle any project with confidence.
Buckets are the all-purpose workhorse your landscaping operations need. They handle multiple tasks without requiring attachment changes. Cat manufactures different bucket types to match your specific material handling requirements.
Cat bucket attachments range from 48 to 84 inches wide with capacities between 0.4 and 1.3 cubic yards. Their versatility makes them essential for site cleanup, material transport and grading operations. Cat reinforces cutting edges and side plates to resist wear in challenging conditions. This durability means fewer replacements and less downtime during peak seasons.
While specialized attachments excel at specific tasks, a quality bucket handles most of your daily landscaping work. Routine inspection of cutting edges prevents excessive wear that reduces productivity and ensures your bucket maintains optimal performance throughout its service life.
When a storm strikes or land clearing projects arise, Cat grapples provide the control you need for handling logs, brush and irregular debris. These feature secure grips for handling irregularly shaped trees or large shrubs and efficiently moving them across jobsites.
Cat offers two primary grapple configurations.
Grapple openings span 48 to 72 inches, accommodating various material sizes. All models require auxiliary hydraulics and mount on any Cat compact track or skid steer loader. Grapples provide impressive precision control, allowing operators to grab, lift and position materials without multiple attempts. This control reduces cleanup time compared to bucket work.
Grapples experience more wear than stationary attachments and could unexpectedly fail. To prevent this and avoid costly project delays, maintain spare hydraulic components and inspect hydraulic lines and hinge pins.
Augers provide precision drilling power with an ideal combination of torque and control. Cat offers the A23, producing 1,699 foot-pounds of torque, the A41, generating 3,037 foot-pounds and the A68, delivering 5,034 foot-pounds of torque.
Each option features a distinct drive system for different applications.
Bit diameters range from 6 to 36 inches, with extensions allowing depths to 6 feet. Standard bits handle most soils, while carbide-toothed rock bits penetrate challenging ground conditions. Augers reduce labor by creating clean, precise holes. A two-person crew accomplishes what previously required several workers using multiple tools, making augers invaluable for high-volume planting or installation projects.
The bits can dull quickly, so be careful to keep them sharp. Match your auger’s hydraulic requirements to your machine’s capabilities for optimal performance and longevity.
Cat trenchers cut narrow, straight trenches ideal for irrigation installation, utility placement and drainage creation. These specialized attachments outperform backhoes for linear excavation, creating uniform channels that speed installation and reduce backfill requirements.
Cat trencher specifications include:
Standard and high-flow hydraulic systems power different trencher models, ensuring compatibility across the Cat loader lineup. The precision trenchers provide is invaluable for irrigation contractors who need consistent depths and widths for proper system function.
Worn teeth and loose chains can reduce efficiency. Maintain proper chain tension and regularly replace worn teeth.
Cat skid steer brushcutters clear brush from highway medians, utility easements and other overgrown land. Heavy-duty blades mounted in reinforced housings slice through tall grass, weeds and saplings while easily withstanding impact from hidden obstacles.
Brushcutters feature the following:
They can handle vegetation up to 4 inches in diameter. The rotating blades make quick work of overgrown properties, resulting in less operator fatigue compared to handheld equipment. Both standard and high-flow models accommodate different machine capabilities.
While the enclosed design contains debris better than rotary mowers, maintaining appropriate safety zones protects bystanders from flying material. Blade sets can dull, so replacing them is necessary to maintain cutting performance when working through heavy vegetation.
Cat stump grinders are high-speed cutting devices that remove thick roots and stumps, preparing landscapes for new construction or planting. These attachments grind stumps below grade level, eliminating trip hazards and preparing sites for immediate use.
Stump grinder models offer wheel diameters ranging from 18 to 24 inches, with cutting depths that reach 12 inches below ground. Hydraulic requirements range from 20 to 35 gallons per minute, depending on wheel size. Mount these attachments on Cat compact track loaders and larger skid steers with adequate hydraulic capacity.
The grinding process converts wood into mulch that can remain on-site as organic matter for other uses. While larger hardwood stumps require systematic grinding approaches, the speed advantage of stump grinders over traditional removal methods makes them valuable for tree service contractors and landscapers. Routine tooth inspection ensures consistent cutting performance throughout demanding removal projects.
Transform your compact loader into a versatile excavator with Cat backhoe attachments. These tools eliminate the need for separate digging equipment on jobsites, allowing your crews to trench for irrigation lines, excavate foundations for retaining walls and install utilities without switching machines.
Cat backhoes typically achieve digging depths from 6 to 10 feet with reaches extending to 15 feet. Standard auxiliary hydraulics power smaller models, while larger units require high-flow systems delivering 30 to 40 gallons per minute. These attachments mount on Cat 260, 270 and larger series loaders equipped with adequate hydraulic capacity.
Backhoes allow for project flexibility. Your operator can load trucks one moment and dig precise trenches the next. This versatility is especially valuable for smaller contractors who need excavation capabilities but cannot justify purchasing dedicated mini excavators. Verify your loader’s hydraulic flow and lift capacity match the backhoe requirements to ensure optimal performance.
Gregory Poole Equipment Company is ready to help you select the best parts for your landscaping fleet. With over 70 years serving Eastern North Carolina through 13 convenient locations, we understand the challenges landscaping contractors face. Our sales and product support teams provide expert guidance on attachment selection, maximizing equipment productivity while maintaining reliability.
We maintain an extensive inventory of parts for all Cat attachments, minimizing downtime when you need maintenance. From versatile buckets to specialized grinding equipment, our genuine Cat parts deliver the performance your business demands. We’ll work with you to identify the attachments that provide the highest return on investment for your specific applications.
Contact Gregory Poole today or find a location near you to explore Cat attachments and transform your landscaping capabilities to capture more opportunities in the market.