This tool is ideal for trenching, loosening soil, digging roots, popping out rocks, etc. Since you are not limited by the "set" position of the backhoe you have the freedom to move your point of attack at will and have the added benefit of down pressure, unlike a middle buster on the 3PH. UPDATE: Because of the sucess of our initial prototype we have made the "new" Ripper tooth bigger and longer AND compatible with our soon to be released grapple. Pricing has been adjusted although is subject to change as all the production quotes are not in at this time.