In the uk, 99% of machines in this category are fitted as standard with a clam bucket but very rarely a thumb.Life is much easier when using a clam bucket, less wear on the tyres( if used correctly) less labour needed to clean up and more in the bucket when loading a truck:tong
The offset hoe is a sweet but it is rare to see in the US. Feel lost without the 4/1 bucket & digmor