Bobcat Bale Fork Attachment for Skid Steers
Overview
Bobcat's bale fork attachment handles round bales with four heavy spears rated for large round bale weights common in Western Canada. The spears penetrate round bales securely for stable transport and stacking. Mounts directly to the Bobcat Bob-Tach without a frame — saving weight over a pallet fork frame setup. Available through authorized Bobcat dealers across Canada.
Canada Availability
Best for: round bale handling, stacking, transport
Compare with: Berlon Skid Steer Lumber Forks · Berlon Industries 48-Inch Pallet Forks for Skid Steers · Berlon 60-Inch Pallet Forks for Skid Steers
Key Facts
- Type: bale fork / bale spear
- Configuration: 4 spears
- Application: round bale handling, stacking, transport
- Mount: direct Bob-Tach mount
- Compatibility: Bobcat skid steers and compact track loaders
- Typical frame weight: 400–550 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: none required — passive attachment, no auxiliary hydraulics
Is This Right For You?
Buy if
- You lift pallets, bundles, or stacked material regularly and want the machine you already own to do it
- Quick-attach compatibility means you can swap in forks without a second machine
Skip if
- Your loads are heavy round stock or poles — pipe grapple tines handle those better
- The fork weight would push your machine near its ROC limit for the loads you're lifting
Also consider
- Bale spear for farming operations with round or square bales
- Pipe grapple forks for cylindrical or irregular stock
Designed for Bobcat machines but mounts to any skid steer or CTL with a universal SSQA quick-attach plate.
About Bobcat in Canada
Bobcat is one of the most recognized skid steer brands in Canada, with a dealer presence in every province. Their OEM attachments are engineered specifically for Bobcat machines but use universal SSQA mounts for cross-brand compatibility.
Care & Maintenance
- Inspect tines weekly for bending, spreading, or cracking — a deformed tine is a structural failure, not cosmetic; take it out of service immediately
- Check tine adjustment pins and stops before every heavy lift — loose pins allow tines to shift under load
- Grease carriage slide bearings and tine clamp mechanisms monthly
- Inspect frame welds for cracking, especially around the top hook and lower receiver bar — these are the highest-stress points on the frame
- Verify load rating labels are legible on the frame; worn or missing labels are a safety compliance issue in commercial and regulated jobsite use
How to Connect
- Slide fork frame onto Bob-Tach receiver arms
- Pull lock levers to engage
- Verify orange indicators locked
- Adjust fork width to load before lifting — most frames allow no-tool width adjustment
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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