David Sunde - Corona CA, US Michael Frabotta - Yorba Linda CA, US
International Classification:
B66C 1/42
US Classification:
294198
Abstract:
A grapple is provided having (a) a first jaw hinged together with a second jaw and (b) a pair of hydraulic cylinders disposed on opposite sides of the jaw. Both of the cylinders are capable of opening and closing the hinged jaws without the use of a stiff arm. In one embodiment of the invention, the pair of hydraulic cylinders are fully enclosed within a compartment within one of the jaws.