Rippers
Heavy-Duty Rippers for Breaking Hard Ground, Rock and Frozen Soil
Explore a selection of Fleco and Geith rippers engineered for maximum penetration and force. BHE Attachments can help match the proper ripper style, mounting configuration and tooth setup to your machine and jobsite requirements.
Durable Ripper Solutions from Fleco and Geith
The BHE ripper collection includes attachment options for a range of excavator sizes. Available designs provide powerful ground penetration for breaking hard soil, rock, compacted material and frozen ground.
Fleco Rippers
Fleco rippers are built for maximum penetration and force, designed to break through tough terrains including hard soil, rock and frozen ground. Constructed with AR400 steel and extra side wear plates for added durability.
These rippers provide concentrated ripping power for excavation, trenching and site preparation applications where standard digging attachments may struggle.
Geith Ripper Tooth
Geith Ripper Tooth attachments are designed for excavators ranging from 4 to 75 tons. They feature a replaceable tooth and wear shroud rated at 450 BHN, with added side wear protection and reinforced gussets for extended service life.
The sharp, robust design allows for meticulous and efficient earth and rock excavation, making it a practical choice for breaking compacted soil, rock and frozen ground.
Choose a Ripper for the Work You Need to Complete
Ripper construction, tooth configuration and wear protection can significantly affect penetration performance and service life. Compare the ripper products currently represented in the BHE collection.
| Ripper Product | Description | View Product |
|---|---|---|
| Fleco Ripper | Built with AR400 steel and extra side wear plates for durability. Engineered for maximum penetration and force to break through tough terrains including hard soil, rock and frozen ground. | View Fleco Ripper |
| Geith Ripper Tooth | Designed for excavators from 4 to 75 tons with a replaceable tooth and 450 BHN wear shroud. Features added side wear protection and reinforced gussets for breaking rock, compacted soil and frozen ground. | View Geith Ripper Tooth |
How to Select an Excavator Ripper
A ripper should be matched to the excavator's operating weight, the material being broken, mounting configuration and expected wear conditions. Proper selection helps prevent unnecessary strain on the carrier and attachment.
Choose the Correct Ripper Configuration
Oversized or improperly matched rippers may reduce breakout performance, affect machine stability and place unnecessary strain on the carrier. BHE can help review the application before a ripper is ordered.
Information Needed to Confirm Fitment
- Excavator manufacturer and exact model.
- Machine operating weight or carrier size.
- Pin-on, coupler or quick-attach configuration.
- Pin diameter, pin spacing and stick width when required.
- Primary material, such as soil, rock, compacted ground or frozen ground.
- Required tooth style, wear protection or replacement options.
Ripper Attachments for Construction and Excavation Work
Different ripper designs help improve efficiency across ground breaking, rock excavation, site preparation and specialized material-loosening applications.
Hard Ground Breaking
Breaking through compacted soil, dense clay and difficult ground conditions before digging begins.
Rock Excavation
Fracturing and loosening rocky material, bedrock and abrasive conditions to prepare for bucket excavation.
Frozen Ground
Penetrating frost and frozen soil layers during cold-weather excavation and utility installation.
Trenching
Loosening material along trench lines to reduce bucket wear and improve digging efficiency.
Site Preparation
Preparing construction sites by breaking up existing ground before grading and foundation work.
Demolition
Breaking up compacted demolition debris, subgrade material and existing paved surfaces.
Land Clearing
Removing roots, embedded debris and compacted vegetation during clearing and grading projects.
Quarry Work
Loosening rock formations and preparing material for extraction in quarry and aggregate operations.
Confirm Ripper and Carrier Compatibility Before Ordering
Ripper listings may represent multiple mounting configurations and machine size ranges. Contact BHE Attachments with your machine information so the appropriate ripper size and connection can be reviewed before purchase.
Machine and Mounting Information
Proper ripper fitment depends on the exact carrier, connection style, ripper dimensions and working application. Supplying complete machine information helps prevent incorrect mounting or ripper sizing.
Details to Provide
- Machine make.
- Machine model.
- Operating weight class.
- Coupler type.
- Pin measurements.
- Job application.
Shop Available Ripper Attachments
Browse the Fleco and Geith ripper products below. Open an individual product page for additional features, available configurations and quote information.
Need help matching a ripper to your machine?
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