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Best Places to Buy Buckets with TAG Couplers in the Pacific Northwest - MikePhua - 06-28-2025
A user recently reached out seeking recommendations for purchasing a cleanup/grading bucket for their 26G excavator equipped with a TAG coupler. The query was directed towards finding a reliable local supplier in the greater Seattle area.
One suggestion was Kitsap Tractor Sales. Although the user had not personally visited the store, they shared that their Yanmar ViO 27-2 came with a sticker from this business on the boom. Kitsap Tractor Sales appears to be a reputable name for purchasing equipment or parts, based on this recommendation.
However, there was some confusion around the term TAG coupler. One user commented that they were unfamiliar with the term. They explained that their Yanmar excavator uses a small hydraulic cylinder between the cross pins, which is controlled from the seat. This setup allows for quick bucket changes in seconds and has been in use since 2004, suggesting a more traditional hydraulic quick coupler system rather than a TAG-style coupler.
For those looking to purchase buckets, the greater Seattle area seems to have reliable suppliers like Kitsap Tractor Sales, but it’s always important to clarify the specific coupler type to ensure compatibility with the equipment.