HLA 96-Inch Heavy Duty Dirt Blade for Skid Steers
Overview
HLA Attachments' 96-inch heavy duty dirt blade is designed for large-frame skid steers and compact wheel loaders working wide open sites. At 96 inches, this is a serious production blade for grading large areas efficiently — commercial building pads, industrial yard prep, and large-scale farm development. Ontario-built by Horst Welding to HLA's commercial-grade standard. Best suited to machines with 10,000+ lb operating weight where the blade won't overpower the machine's balance.
Canada Availability
Best for: large-scale grading, commercial site prep, industrial yards
Compare with: Berlon Industries 84-Inch Dozer Blade for Skid Steers · Berlon 96 Inch Skid Steer Dozer Blade · Blue Diamond 84-Inch 6-Way Dozer Blade Skid Steer
Key Facts
- Working width: 96 inches
- Blade type: straight heavy duty dirt blade
- Application: large-scale grading, commercial site prep, industrial yards
- High-tensile steel construction
- SSQA skid steer quick attach mount
- Weight: 525–1600 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: N/A - passive attachment
Is This Right For You?
Buy if
- You push material forward in a straight line: stockpile cleanup, rough site clearing, or road building
- You need basic grading on unpaved surfaces and already own or operate a skid steer
Skip if
- Angle control or cast direction matters — a 4-way or 6-way blade is worth the upgrade for that work
- Finish grading is your goal — a box blade or land plane gives you far more control of the final surface
Also consider
- 4-way or 6-way dozer blade if you need angle control
- Box blade or land plane if finish grading is the primary task
Wide attachment — verify your machine's rated operating capacity (ROC) before ordering. Compatible with all skid steer brands via universal SSQA quick attach — no auxiliary hydraulics required.
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 all hydraulic cylinder pin fittings before every use session — dry pins accelerate wear in the cylinder bores and cause premature side-loading
- Inspect the cutting edge for wear or deformation after hard use — replace bolt-on edges when worn to avoid transferring impact to the blade frame
- Check hydraulic coupler connections for leaks weekly — dozer blade circuits cycle frequently and coupler seals wear faster than on less-cycled attachments
- Inspect tilt and angle cylinder rod seals for leaks after use in abrasive or sandy soil — grit scoring a rod seal causes accelerating internal leakage
- Clean the blade face and frame before storage — mud pockets hold moisture against bare steel and cause rust pitting during off-season storage
How to Connect
- Attach blade frame to Bob-Tach
- If 6-way blade: connect tilt and angle hydraulic circuits (both sides)
- Test all blade movements (up/down, tilt left/right, angle) before working
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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