Shanks and Clamps: The “Forgotten” Components
Maybe not glamorous, but a rock-solid connection from tool bar to ground is crucial to the success of your plow. Bigham offers several varieties, based on tool bar size and application.
Choose from clamps cast from tough ductile iron or fabricated clamps for economy and special applications.
Our rugged cultivator and tillage shanks resist bending or breaking under harsh conditions.
Ductile Clamp
These forged clamps are tough enough to hang for years of service, and they give you a rigid grip for pin-point accuracy.
Fabricated Clamp
Price-competitive clamps also give you some options and sizes not available in the cast variety.
Heavy Duty Welded Clamps
Heavy Duty Welded Clamps are available for 1×3” shanks to fit 5×7”, 7×5” and 7×7” tool bars. Extended clamps provide extra clearance (6 or 12”) from tool bar to 1×3” shank. We can custom build any type of tool bar clamp. Please call for items not listed.
Shear Bolt “Breakaway” Clamps for 1×4 Shank
Prevent costly damage when you encounter subsoil obstructions. This two-piece clamp features shear bolt protection against damage caused in collisions with rocks, stumps, or buried pipes. Attach 1×4 shanks to 4×4, 4×7, and 7×7 inch tool bars.
• Fabricated from heavy plate steel.
• Breakaway section pivots the leg away from danger in case of collision with buried object.
• Replaceable shear bolt.
• Three set screws hold shank in place.
• Mounts on front or rear of tool bar.
• Use 1×3 shanks with optional spacer block.
Cultivator and Tillage Shanks
From 3/4×2-1/2″ cultivator shanks, to 1×3″ shanks tough enough to build big peaked beds, Bigham offers a wide selection of cultivator shanks to suit virtually any need. High quality tillage and cultivator shanks are built for long service in the field.
Ductile Iron Cast Clamp Bodies
Fabricated/Welded Clamp Construction
Custom Sizes
Range of Foot Pieces, including Bigham “No-Twist”™ Foot Piece
Straight Shanks
Rear and Side Offset Shanks