Erskine 72 Inch Grapple Bucket
Overview
The 72-inch-inch grapple handles logs, brush, rocks, scrap, and demolition debris on Canadian worksites. Erskine Attachments (Minnesota) has Canadian dealer coverage and a reputation for heavy-duty northern-climate designs. Hydraulic tines close from the cab, securing irregular loads that would slide from a bucket. An essential attachment for land clearing, site cleanup, and recycling operations. Available in Canada through Erskine Attachments dealers.
Canada Availability
Best for: demolition, brush, irregular material
Compare with: Berlon 66 Inch Grapple Bucket · Berlon Industries 72-Inch Grapple Bucket for Skid Steers · Berlon 78 Inch Grapple Bucket
Key Facts
- Brand: Erskine Attachments
- Working width: 72 inches
- Type: hydraulic grapple bucket
- Drive: hydraulic top claw
- Mount: universal SSQA quick attach
- Application: demolition, brush, irregular material
- Typical weight: 500–650 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: 15–25 GPM (standard flow) for open/close cylinders
Is This Right For You?
Buy if
- You need more versatility than a bucket — grab, hold, and move irregular loads
- You clear brush, debris, or demolition material where a bucket loses control of the load
Skip if
- Dense, uniform material (gravel, sand, soil) is better handled by a GP bucket with more capacity per cycle
- The grapple weight would push you near your machine's ROC limit with this load type
Also consider
- GP bucket for high-volume dense material work
- Root grapple for brush-heavy clearing jobs
Compatible with all skid steer brands and compact track loaders via universal SSQA quick attach. Mid to large-frame machines (S450–S750 class) are the best fit for this width.
About Erskine Attachments in Canada
Erskine is a US attachment brand with Canadian dealer coverage, known particularly for augers, soil conditioners, and specialty attachments. Erskine products are available at equipment dealers across Canada and are respected for quality build and reliable performance.
Care & Maintenance
- Grease all pivot points every 8 hours of operation — this single habit extends service life more than any other maintenance step
- Inspect tines for bending or cracking after use in rock or demolition debris — bent tines cause uneven closing force and can fail under load
- Check hydraulic hose connections and fittings weekly — grapple hoses take more abuse than most attachments due to constant jaw cycling near rough material
- Inspect cylinder pins and bushings monthly; sloppiness in the jaws indicates worn bushings, not just general age — replace before the pin starts wearing the bore
- Store with jaws closed to reduce stress on the frame and keep the hinge pivot pins from accumulating debris
How to Connect
- Mount using same Bob-Tach process as buckets
- Connect hydraulic couplers (depressurized — release aux hydraulics first)
- Verify open/close direction at idle before working
- Test grapple open/close 3× before lifting any load
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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