Abstract: The present invention provides a device for breaking up a paved surface which attaches to a host transport, such as a skid steer or backhoe, having a hydraulic power supply and preferably comprises a closed hydraulic system which includes a regenerative and concentric type double hydraulic cylinder arrangement adjustably supported within a vertical frame. The cylinder is operably attached to a weight such that when fluid is pumped into a first chamber, a piston drives a rod, thereby lifting a weight while at the same time, the piston forces hydraulic fluid from a second chamber to the host. The piston separates the first chamber from the second chamber within the cylinder. Upon reaching a prescribed height, a valve is opened, allowing fluid to flow from the first chamber into the second chamber, thereby allowing the weight to drop rapidly under the influence of gravity.

Abstract: A device removably attaches to a skid steer and is used for breaking up asphalt, concrete, etc. A hollow rod is suspended from the device, and a nipple provides liquid communication to the interior rod chamber of the hollow rod. A head is provided on a lower end of the rod and a cylinder is movably provided around the rod's lower end so that upper and lower cylinder chambers are formed within the cylinder, above and below the head. Perforations provided in the lower end of the rod provide liquid communication between the rod chamber and the upper cylinder chamber. The lower cylinder chamber is charged with gas. A weight and a breaking tool attach to the bottom end of the cylinder and move upward and downward in conjunction therewith. A switch provided on the frame is tripped as the weight is raised, thus sending an electrical impulse to a timer, causing it to momentarily supply electricity to dump and directional valves, simultaneously closing them.