Excavator Tilting Hitch | SEVERE-DUTY Tilt Hitches Built for Australian Conditions

The Hardest Excavation with AME Tilting Quick Hitches

When precision, safety, and reliability matter, AME’s Excavator Tilting Hitch delivers. Designed and manufactured in Australia, our tilting hitches are made to withstand the harshest environments and enhance your machine's efficiency on every job site.

Whether you're grading, trenching, digging, or working on sloped terrain, our excavator tilt hitches give you the flexibility to tilt attachments up to 180°, giving you full control without repositioning the machine.

Excavator Sizes & Custom Hitch Options

Our range suits excavators from 1.5T to 30T+. If you're after something specific, we can custom manufacture a tilting hitch to suit your machine, attachment, and application.

Why Choose an AME Excavator Tilting Hitch?

  • 35 Degree Tilt Range

    Achieve a full range of movement for better accuracy, speed, and reduced machine wear.

  • Built for Australian Conditions

    Engineered from high-strength materials, our tilting hitches are built to handle extreme environments without compromise.

  • Easy Attachment & Compatibility

    Compatible with all major excavator brands. Simple, secure, and fast attachment changes with minimal downtime.

  • Field-Serviceable Design

    Reduce workshop time—our design allows for easy on-site servicing, saving you money and keeping you on the job.

  • Increased Productivity

    Minimise machine repositioning and maximise your operator's capabilities with every movement.

Excavator Tilting Hitch

What Sets AME Apart?

Severe Duty, Not Just Heavy Duty
AME hitches are built for the full job, breaking, ripping, digging, trenching, rock work and hard ground. They’re made to work as hard as the excavator they’re fitted to.

Built Here. Built for Hard Work.
Designed and manufactured in Tasmania, AME hitches are built for high hours, repeated impact and the demanding conditions Australian earthmoving machines work in every day.

Made to Keep Working
Simple, practical and field repairable, AME hitches are designed for a long working life. They can be serviced, repaired and rebuilt to keep them where they belong, on the machine and working.

Backed by AME
We expect you to work it hard. We’re confident enough in what we build that if you can break it through legitimate Severe-Duty use, we’ll fix it.

Applications for Excavator Tilt Hitches

AME’s Excavator Tilting Hitches are engineered for versatility across a wide range of industries and job types. From precision digging to complex grading on uneven ground, these hitches are a game-changer for operators who need more control, flexibility, and speed in their work.

  • Tilt hitches are essential for tasks such as trenching, battering, and shaping where accuracy matters. Operators can maintain a precise angle without constant repositioning of the machine—saving time and reducing wear on the undercarriage.

    • Trenching along uneven surfaces

    • Foundation preparation

    • Footings and retaining wall work

    • Slope grading and levelling

  • When working in confined corridors or sloped road edges, the ability to angle attachments improves operator safety and efficiency.

    • Road shoulder grading

    • Drainage ditch cleaning

    • Rail line foundation prep

    • Asphalt and gravel levelling

  • Whether you’re working in tight suburban gardens or shaping large rural plots, tilt hitches give you unmatched precision to work around obstacles or shape terrain with detail.

    • Contouring and shaping terrain

    • Tree removal and stump excavation

    • Installing retaining walls

    • Preparing garden beds or water features

  • Excavator tilt hitches allow plumbers, electricians, and utility workers to dig trenches to precise gradients, even on uneven surfaces or hard-to-access areas.

    • Service trenching for cables and pipes

    • Installing manholes or drainage pits

    • Working in narrow easements or beside existing infrastructure

    • Laying sewer and stormwater systems

  • On farms, a tilt hitch increases the versatility of your excavator across a range of everyday and seasonal tasks.

    • Cleaning out dams and irrigation channels

    • Fence post digging on sloped terrain

    • Preparing access tracks and laneways

    • Clearing bush or fallen timber

  • Quick and accurate control of attachments allows for safer material handling, efficient site clearing, and better visibility in tight or obstructed workspaces.

    • Site levelling and preparation

    • Removing small structures

    • Clearing debris and vegetation

    • Controlled trenching in pre-built areas

  • Adding a tilting hitch to your hire fleet increases the appeal and capability of your machines. Customers get a more productive experience and better results on varied job types—meaning more repeat hires.

    • Versatile use across multiple industries

    • Lower operator training time

    • Fewer repositioning requirements

    • Improved productivity per hire period

Need a Tilting Hitch for Your Excavator?

Let us help you find the perfect fit for your excavator. Whether you're after standard sizes or a custom build, AME has the expertise and capabilities to deliver quickly and reliably.

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  • Our hitches are designed to allow for GPS sensors to be fitted, with space provided for them to be bolted on.

  • Yes, we do. For custom hitches, please contact us through our contact form. This warranty is subject to change without notice.

  • Yes, we offer upgrade and trade-in programs. For more information, contact us to discuss your options.

  • Our hitches meet Australian Standards. They include a double locking system to ensure the attachment remains secure even in the event of hydraulic failure. For detailed safety information, check with our team by contacting them here.

  • A 5-year warranty period with AME offers you peace of mind, knowing that your specialised piece of equipment is protected for three years.

    The warranty covers any manufacturing defects or issues that arise from normal use, ensuring that you won’t face unexpected repair costs.