I need to purchase another bucket for my JCB 8029 mini excavator. I have some 4' deep trenches to dig and feel that my 12" bucket is too narrow and my 30" trenching bucket is too wide. What width bucket would my machine handle and give me enough room to work in the trench. I am not a big guy. I would most likely be working in clay type soils. I am thinking a 24" would be a possibility and afford me the max working room. JCB lists a 20" bucket as an option for my machine but it would be nice to have more room if the machine can handle it. Digging speed would not be a priority.
Also are there bucket manufacturer's to steer clear of?
Also are there bucket manufacturer's to steer clear of?