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Probst FTZ-MAXI Block Grabs for 2,500 kg to 5,500 kg
The heavy duty Probst FTZ-MAXI mechanical grabs are for moving extra large concrete components, precast wall elements, sandstone logs and limestone blocks. Suitable for any machine with sufficient lift capacity—including cranes, excavators, mini loaders, wheel loaders, skid steers and tractors—these grabs provide safe, efficient material handling on construction and landscaping sites.
FTZ-MAXI-25
- Working Load Limit: 2500kg
- Gripping Range: 200 – 1200mm
- Replaceable rubber grippers
- Automatic toggle lift and release mechanism
- Ideal for moving 2 meter sandstone blocks or larger
- Can move multiple blocks at a time
- Durable galvanized steel frame
- Increase worksite safety and speed up block movements
FTZ-MAXI-50
- Working Load Limit: 5500kg
- Gripping Range: 400 – 1200mm
- Replaceable rubber grippers
- Automatic toggle lift and release mechanism
- Ideal for moving massive precast concrete blocks or multiple sandstone logs at once
- Durable galvanized steel frame
- Increase worksite safety and speed up block movements
With a working load limit of up to 5,500 kg and a gripping width of 200–1,200 mm, the FTZ-MAXI handles oversized materials with ease. No slings or anchors are required, reducing labour and speeding up placement. The automatic lock-and-release system ensures quick, single operator use, while optional urethane grippers offer secure handling on rough surfaces.
Key Features
- Two models available: FTZ-MAXI-25 and FTZ-MAXI-50
- Ideal for moving extra large sandstone and precast concrete elements
- Automatic toggle between lift and release allows single operations to move blocks efficiently
- Wide gripping adjustment with secure spring-loaded locking bolt
- Suspension bolt and lifting eye for easy connection to cranes and hoists
- Hard-wearing, replaceable rubber grippers
- Guide handles for precise positioning
- Compatible with hydraulic rotators (optional)
- Optional HVA height adjustment support
- Suitable for skid steers, loaders, cranes, excavators, tractors and mini loaders
- Durable galvanised finish for long service life
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Probst Grabs are made in Germany by Probst GmbH
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| Type | FTZ-MAXI-25 | FTZ-MAXI-50 |
| Gripping range: | 200 – 1,200 mm | 400 – 1,200 mm |
| Inside height: | 255 mm | 240 mm |
| Gripper length: | 420 mm | 720 mm |
| Working load limit: | 2,500 kg | 5,500 kg |
| Dead weight: | 132 kg | 260 kg |
| Surface protection: | Galvanised | Galvanised |
Gripping range indicates the minimum and maximum pack measurements of building materials, which can be picked-up with this grab.
Probst Adjustable Height Stop HVA-FTZ/TSZ
Adjustable Height Stop HVA-FTZ/TSZ for all versions FTZ-UNI/MAXI/MULTI and TSZ-UNI/MAXI. Adjustable range approx. 50 – 140 mm ( 2 – 5½)