HLA High Volume Bale Grapple 96-Inch Skid Steer
Overview
HLA's 96-inch high volume bale grapple handles large round bales and oversized bale configurations that standard 84-inch grapples can't span. The wide jaw captures full-size round bales on large-frame skid steers and compact loaders. Made in Canada by Horst Welding and available through GLC Equipment and other Canadian HLA dealers. Ideal for large-scale hay and silage operations.
Canada Availability
Best for: large round bales, oversized bale handling
Compare with: Berlon 84-Inch Heavy-Duty Root Grapple · Berlon 84-Inch Skeleton Rock Grapple · Blue Diamond 84-Inch Root Grapple for Skid Steers
Key Facts
- Working width: 96 inches
- Type: high volume bale grapple
- Application: large round bales, oversized bale handling
- Drive: hydraulic
- Mount: standard SSQA skid steer quick attach
- Made in Canada
- Typical weight: 750–950 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: 15–25 GPM (standard flow) for open/close cylinders
Is This Right For You?
Buy if
- You move mixed demolition debris, large rocks, and heavy loads that need a closed floor
- You sort materials on-site between loads
Skip if
- Your primary use is brush and slash cleanup — a root grapple's open tines handle that better
- The added weight pushes near your machine's ROC limit for lighter machines
Also consider
- Root grapple for lighter brush and debris work
- 4-in-1 bucket if you need both clamshell and flat-floor functionality
Wide attachment — verify your machine's rated operating capacity (ROC) before ordering. Best suited to large-frame machines (S750+ class or equivalent CTL).
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 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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