Description
Overview:
The Position 8 Link Pin is a machined steel connector for Kubota compact excavators, used to join linkage components and keep movement accurate and controlled under load. Built for day-to-day site use, it provides a tight, reliable pivot in bushed joints to help reduce play and wear. This replacement pin is sized for seamless fitment with a pin length of 180 mm (7.1 inches) and a diameter of 30 mm (1.2 inches). It is suitable for Kubota KX36-3 and KX36 models and is identified by MPN 202 503 for easy reference. A practical replacement when refurbishing worn joints, it helps restore correct geometry and smooth operation across bucket, dipper, or auxiliary linkage points on mini diggers and excavators.
Key Features:
- Durable machined steel construction for strength and wear resistance
- Size: 180 mm (7.1 inches) length; 30 mm (1.2 inches) diameter
- Cross-drilled retention hole for secure fixing with a clip or bolt
- Direct-fit replacement for Position 8 linkage location on Kubota KX36 series
- Helps restore tightness, reduce play, and maintain accurate linkage movement
- Smooth shank promotes free pivoting within properly lubricated bushes
- Straightforward installation using standard hand tools
- Suitable for daily use in construction, utilities, landscaping, and hire fleets
- Identified by MPN 202 503 for easy specification checks and reordering
Typical Applications:
Used when renewing worn or bent pins in the bucket linkage, dipper linkage, or other pivot points on compact excavators. Ideal during scheduled maintenance, end-of-bushing replacements, or repairs after heavy or abrasive work. Suitable for tasks such as trenching, grading, footing preparation, landscaping, and general groundworks where consistent, smooth linkage motion is required.
Also known as:
Bucket pin, pivot pin, boom linkage pin, dipper arm pin, bucket linkage pivot, excavator joint pin, machine linkage pin, coupling linkage pin, attachment pivot pin.
Fits Models:
KX36, KX36-3, KX363
