The Best Soil Screening Bucket for Excavators, Loaders and Skid Steers

Choosing the right soil screening bucket can make all the difference when it comes to on-site efficiency, operational costs, and the quality of your output. Whether you're working with a mini excavator, wheel loader or skid steer, selecting a bucket optimised for your machine and your application is essential. In this guide, we break down the best Gyru-Star screening bucket series for each type of carrier to help you make the right choice. 

What’s the Best Soil Screening Bucket for Excavators? 

Gyru-Star soil screening bucket on an excavator

The first and most important factor when choosing a screening bucket for your excavator is the machine’s weight class. Each Gyru-Star model is engineered for a specific carrier range to deliver maximum efficiency and productivity. 

1–5 ton excavators   

For mini excavators, the Gyru-Star E Series is ideal. Compact and lightweight, these buckets offer impressive screening performance in a compact and lightweight package. 

4–13 ton excavators 

For mid-sized machines, the Gyru-Star HE Series offers larger screening areas and improved throughput while still maintaining a compact profile. 

7–30 ton excavators 

For heavy-duty applications, choose either the HDX or MAX Series depending on your needs.   

• The HDX Series is built for general screening and is reinforced with HB400 steel for tough conditions.   

• The MAX Series is purpose-built for cable and pipeline padding, featuring larger capacities and extended cutting edges for easier rehandling. 

  
  

What’s the Best Soil Screening Bucket for Loaders? 

Gyru-Star soil screening bucket on a compact loader

When it comes to loaders, carrier weight and interface width are key. 

1–9 ton loaders  

The Gyru-Star L Series is specifically designed for loader applications. These models are compatible with compact, wheeled, and tracked loaders, as well as telehandlers, tractors, and backhoe loaders. 

6–15 ton loaders 

For larger loaders, the HE, HDX and MAX series offer several compatible models. These models are dual interface buckets, meaning that are compatible with both excavators and loaders. 

Interface width is another important consideration. Gyru-Star loader-compatible screening buckets come in a variety of widths, typically ranging from 1000mm to 1500mm, allowing you to select the most efficient size for your machine and material. 

What’s the Best Soil Screening Bucket for Skid Steer Loaders? 

Gyru-Star soil screening bucket on a skid steer loader

The Gyru-Star SL Series is the only range of polyurethane star screening buckets specifically designed for skid steer loaders. 

SL models come standard with a skid steer interface, cab entry steps, hydraulic couplings, and external controls for flow rate adjustment. They are fully compatible with skid steer and compact track loaders from all major brands. 

Discover the Power of True Screening® 

No matter your machine or application, there's a Gyru-Star screening bucket built to meet your needs. From compact mini excavators to large loaders, each series is carefully engineered for maximum compatibility, performance, and durability. By selecting the right bucket for your carrier type and weight range, you can optimise your productivity, reduce handling time, and get more out of your equipment—every single day. 

To learn more about how our True Screening® solutions can save you time, money and resources, contact your local Gyru-Star dealer or get in touch with our team.