Smarter way for farmers to get more from their excavators

Part of the wider Rototilt AB group, the company has been manufacturing tiltrotators and attachments for more than 35 years. While the technology is well established in the construction and civil engineering sectors, Rototilt is now increasingly focused on agriculture, forestry and rural contracting – areas where versatility and time-saving solutions are crucial.

At its core, a tiltrotator allows the excavator bucket or attachment to rotate 360 degrees and tilt up to 45 degrees in both directions. In practical farming terms, this means fewer machine movements, less repositioning and far greater control. Whether cleaning out ditches, grading tracks, placing fencing materials or shaping earth banks, the operator can work accurately from one position, reducing ground damage and fatigue.

Open-S quick coupler system

For farms managing woodland or tree work, the advantages are even clearer. Rototilt’s Open-S quick coupler system allows operators to switch between attachments without leaving the cab. A flail can be swapped for tree shears, a log splitter or a grading bucket in seconds, keeping the job moving and the operator safe. On busy farms where one machine is expected to do everything, that flexibility quickly translates into saved hours and reduced labour costs.

Boosting productivity through essential machinery compatibility

Rototilt UK has also placed a strong emphasis on compatibility with the machinery farmers already own. The company offers tiltrotator solutions for a wide range of excavator sizes, ensuring they integrate smoothly with modern hydraulic systems. For operators used to conventional buckets, the learning curve is shorter than many expect, and once mastered, productivity gains are immediate.

From a business perspective, this aligns closely with the realities facing UK agriculture. Margins are under pressure, weather windows are tight and contractors are booked further ahead than ever. Being able to complete more work in less time – with fewer passes and reduced fuel use – is no longer a luxury. It is increasingly essential.

There is also a growing crossover between farming and arboriculture, particularly on mixed estates and diversified farms. Rototilt has been working closely with the arb industry to develop attachment solutions that suit both sectors. This crossover makes the technology especially appealing to farmers who manage hedgerows, shelter belts and woodland alongside arable or livestock operations.

Work smarter, not harder

Crucially, Rototilt’s approach is not about replacing skills, but enhancing them. Good operators remain at the heart of efficient farming, and tiltrotator technology simply allows them to work smarter. Precision improves, rework is reduced and jobs that once required multiple machines or manual labour can often be completed by a single excavator.

As British farms continue to modernise, machinery decisions are increasingly about long-term value rather than headline price. A tiltrotator represents an investment, but one that pays back through versatility, reduced downtime and improved output across a wide range of tasks.

For farmers curious to see the technology first-hand, Rototilt UK is actively showcasing its solutions and encouraging operators to experience how tiltrotators can transform everyday farm work. As the company puts it, the goal is simple: increase performance, profitability and savings on every excavator.

In an industry where time, precision and adaptability matter more than ever, Rototilt’s message to the farming community is clear – work smarter, stay in the cab, and get more done with the machine you already own.

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