TMG Industrial Skid Steer Swing Backhoe
Overview
TMG Industrial offers a skid steer swing backhoe attachment for digging tasks that require deeper excavation than a bucket allows. The swing backhoe mounts on the front of the skid steer and pivots for targeted digging in trenching, foundation, and utility work. Sold direct through tmgindustrial.ca to Canadian buyers across the country.
Canada Availability
Best for: utility trenching, foundation digging, deep excavation
Compare with: Baumalight TR418 36-Inch Trencher for Skid Steers · Baumalight TR418 Skid Steer Trencher
Key Facts
- Type: swing backhoe
- Pivot: side-to-side swing
- Application: utility trenching, foundation digging, deep excavation
- Drive: standard hydraulic
- Universal SSQA skid steer quick attach
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You trench through soft to moderate soil for utilities, drainage, or irrigation lines at 36–60 inch depth
- Your soil is clay, loam, sandy loam, or river bottom — chain trenchers cut fast in these conditions
⛔ Skip if…
- Your soil is solid rock, dense caliche, or Shield granite — chain links and sprockets wear out fast in rock
- You trench in deeply frozen Prairie ground regularly — rock chain at 3–5× wear rate makes winter trenching expensive
🔍 Also consider…
- Rock wheel trencher if your ground is consistently rocky or hardpan
- Standard auger if you're drilling individual holes rather than continuous trench lines
Compatible with all skid steer brands and compact track loaders via universal SSQA quick attach. Mid-frame machines (S450–S650 class) are the most common fit.
About TMG Industrial in Canada
TMG Industrial imports and distributes a broad range of construction attachments from its Canadian warehouses, offering competitive pricing with delivery across Canada. A popular choice for contractors who want solid value without long lead times.
✅ Last checked: March 2026