Vahva FORTI 200

A new and cheaper alternative for tilt-rotator, features full hydraulic tilt and a manual rotation system, manufactured by Finnish company Vahva. The Vahva Forti 200 is a mechanical tilt-rotator designed for excavators from 13 to 20 tonnes. Like most tilt-rotators these days the bucket or attachment can be tilted hydraulically 45 degrees both ways. But it’s the rotation aspect which differs from conventional tilt-rotators, with no expensive gear drive or electrics involved in the build. The Forti 200 couples to the bucket or attachment by engaging with a conical disc, which is then tightened and locked in place by the gripper. When the operator wants to rotate his bucket to a desired position he simply loosens the grip slightly and manually pushes the bucket around before re-locking the mechanism. You can see the system in operation in this promotional video from Vahva. Maybe you would see this as a bit of a backward step with tilt-rotation systems, but surely it could appeal to those who are watching the pennies more closely and working on a tight budget maybe.