HLA 72-Inch High Dump Skid Steer Bucket
Overview
HLA's high dump bucket increases dump height by approximately 48 inches compared to a standard skid steer bucket — allowing material to be placed into bins, hoppers, and truck boxes that a standard skid steer cannot reach. Ontario-manufactured by Horst Welding. Features soft-stop cylinders to reduce vibration and HD buffers. Available from 60 to 96-inch widths. Particularly useful for Canadian aggregate, composting, and waste operations.
Canada Availability
Best for: bins, hoppers, truck box loading
Compare with: Berlon 60-Inch General Purpose Bucket for Skid Steers · Berlon 84-Inch GP Bucket for Skid Steers · Berlon 72-Inch Heavy-Duty Smooth-Edge Skid Steer Bucket
Key Facts
- Working width: 72 inches (available 60"–96")
- Dump height increase: 48 inches above standard
- Soft-stop cylinders for smooth operation
- HD buffers standard
- Application: bins, hoppers, truck box loading
- Ontario-manufactured by Horst Welding
- SSQA skid steer quick attach
- Typical weight: 430–560 lbs (varies by manufacturer)
- Hydraulic flow: no auxiliary hydraulics required — standard SSQA mechanical mount
Is This Right For You?
Buy if
- You move high-volume, low-density material: mulch, wood chips, snow, or loose compost
- You want more cubic yards per pass without exceeding your machine's weight limit
Skip if
- Your material is heavy (gravel, soil, rock) — the thin bucket walls will wear fast
- You need a bucket that doubles for digging or grading
Also consider
- GP bucket if you split time between light and heavy material
- Snow pusher if snow moving is your primary winter task
Compatible with all skid steer brands via universal SSQA quick attach. No auxiliary hydraulics required — operates off the loader arms.
About HLA in Canada
HLA Attachments is an Ontario-based manufacturer that designs and builds attachments in Waterloo, ON, with a dealer network spanning all provinces. Backed by a Canadian warranty and local parts availability, HLA is one of the most trusted names on Canadian job sites.
Care & Maintenance
- Grease the bucket pin and hinge points every 20 hours of use — dry pins wear oval and cause slop in the carrier, which transfers shock to the coupler
- Inspect the cutting edge for wear after work in rock, frozen ground, or hard fill — replace or flip bolt-on edges when worn to 50% of original thickness
- Check coupler latch engagement before every use — a partially latched bucket can release under load
- Clean debris from behind the cutting edge to prevent buildup that warps the edge over time; dried material also traps moisture against bare steel
- Inspect sidewall and base plate welds for cracking after heavy rock or demolition work — cracks spread rapidly if caught late
How to Connect
- Position bucket face-down on ground
- Drive forward into Bob-Tach receiver arms
- Pull both lock handles to engage
- Verify orange indicators show LOCKED
- Test lift 6 inches — do not drive until confirmed locked
Ready to Buy in Canada?
Pricing varies by region and dealer stock levels change seasonally. For current availability and a real quote, contact a local dealer.
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