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Bare Chain, Teeth & Configuration Options

Bare Chain


1.65 and 2.65 Bare Chains provide excellent durability and extended life in light to medium digging conditions. Serves as the basis for a variety of configurations using optional tooth varieties for a wide range of digging conditions (36,000 to 55,000-pound tensile strength).

3.03 and 4.08 Heavy-Duty ABF (Anti-Back-Flex) Chains are the choices for the toughest digging conditions. These sizes feature tensile strength up to 225,000 pounds. The ABF configuration keeps maximum pressure on the digging teeth during operation. A variety of optional teeth ensure peak performance in even the most demanding conditions.


Teeth

Astec XHF (Extra-Hard-Face) Cup Teeth provide efficient digging in the sand, heavy soil, and topsoil. Digging widths vary with chain style and dig depth.

Shark Teeth provide aggressive action in the hard ground and light frost.

Configuration Options


Astec XHF Cup Teeth Chain works well in sand, heavy soil, and topsoil. Digging widths can vary with chain and style and dig depth. Available in 2-pitch and 4-pitch styles.

Bolt-On Shark Chain provides aggressive, efficient digging in even the hardest soils.

Shark-Cup Combo Chain combines the aggressive bite of the Shark Teeth with traditional Astec XHF cup teeth to maintain productivity and add long life to the chain.


Mining Bit Chain should be chosen when working in rocky material and when increased penetration is required.

Welded Shark Chain provides the ultimate in durability and performance in even the hardest soils.

Heavy-Duty H-Plate is the toughest,  most aggressive chain we offer. It performs well in demanding conditions such as rock and heavy frost and is extremely durable. A variety of teeth options provide additional flexibility.

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