HLA HD5554 5500 lb Heavy Duty Pallet Forks with 54-Inch Tines

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HLA HD5554 5500 lb Heavy Duty Pallet Forks with 54-Inch Tines

Overview

The HLA HD5554 is a 5,500 lb heavy duty pallet fork set with 54-inch tines from Ontario-based HLA Attachments. The 54-inch tine is an intermediate length between 48 and 60 inches, suitable for operators who regularly handle wider or deeper pallets that a 48-inch tine can't fully support, without going to the longer 60-inch tine. Class II hook-type frame with 50-inch carriage and sliding adjustable tines.

Canada Availability

Available in Canada through HLA Attachments dealers. Ontario-manufactured by Horst Welding.

Key Facts

  • Capacity: 5,500 lbs at 24" load centre
  • Tine length: 54 inches
  • Tine size: 1-1/2" x 4" Class II hook type solid tines
  • Carriage width: 50 inches
  • Sliding adjustable tines, lockable in any position
  • Weight: approximately 495 lbs
  • Includes guard
  • SSQA skid steer quick attach mount
  • Hydraulic flow: none required — passive attachment, no auxiliary hydraulics
Specs sourced from hlaattachments.com · Last verified: March 2026

Is This Right For You?

Buy if

  • You lift pallets, bags, small bundles, or materials up to 4,000 lbs regularly
  • Your machine is mid-frame (S450–S570 class) and typical loads are within standard-duty capacity

Skip if

  • You regularly lift heavy or awkward loads over 5,000 lbs — standard-duty tines can bend under shock loads
  • Bin moves, heavy concrete, or steel pipe are common — heavy-duty tines are worth the cost

Also consider

  • Heavy-duty pallet forks if your load weights push the limit of the frame rating
  • Fork frame carriage upgrade if you want a higher ITA carriage class for more lift capacity
Machine Compatibility

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

  • 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

  1. Slide fork frame onto Bob-Tach receiver arms
  2. Pull lock levers to engage
  3. Verify orange indicators locked
  4. Adjust fork width to load before lifting — most frames allow no-tool width adjustment
Safety NoteNever exceed the rated capacity of the fork frame — check the frame decal

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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✓ Last checked: March 2026