Abstract: A versatile connector assembly for various types of attachments is provided for use with hydraulic shovel type excavators. The connector permits a rotational movement of the attachment and comprises a connector head connected to a stick arm or dipper stick of the excavator for controlled pivotal movement and a rotating member disposed for rotation relative to the connector head and including a swivel joint fitted in the rotating member. A fitting plate member having firmly secured thereto a mounting structure for the attachment is removably secured to the rotating member. A hydraulic drive motor may be located on the connector head in driving relationship to the rotating member.