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Description
📘 Overview
The Haugen skid steer rock grapple (rod grapple) is a dual-cylinder grapple purpose-built for rocks, brush, and demolition debris, with two series: HRDG (Standard Rod Grapple) in 60", 68", and 76" widths, and HIRDG (Industrial Rod Grapple) in 76" and 84" widths. All models use 7/8" round rod tines (standard) or 1" x 1.5" flat bar tines (industrial) at 3" spacing for maximum rock sifting and brush cleanout. Independent twin grapple arms with 2.5" x 10" industrial cylinders. Weld-on tooth bar with replaceable tips. Greaseable pivot points. Abrasion sleeves on hoses. Universal Quick Attach. Made in USA with a 1-year warranty.
⚙️ Key Features
- Standard series (HRDG): 60", 68", 76" — 7/8" round rod tines
- Industrial series (HIRDG): 76" and 84" — 1" x 1.5" flat bar tines
- 3" tine spacing — rocks fall through, brush stays in
- Independent twin grapple arms — each arm acts independently for uneven loads
- 2.5" x 10" industrial hydraulic cylinders
- Weld-on tooth bar with replaceable tips
- Greaseable pivot points
- Abrasion sleeves on hoses — protect hoses from chafing in rock and debris work
- Universal Quick Attach | Made in USA | 1-year warranty
🔑 Benefits
- 3" rod spacing is the customer-driven specification — Haugen uses 3" spacing because that's what operators asked for. Tighter spacing clogs with fines; wider spacing loses medium rocks. 3" is the industry sweet spot for rock and brush sifting in this class of work.
- Independent twin arms handle asymmetric loads that rigid single-arm grapples cannot — when gripping a pile of rocks, the left and right sides often aren't at the same height. Independent arm action allows each side to close to the load surface independently, maintaining grip without forcing asymmetric load into the frame.
- Industrial series (HIRDG) uses 1" x 1.5" curved flat bars for higher mass and resistance to deformation — in heavy demolition and rock work, tines contact concrete, rebar, and granite. The HIRDG flat bar tines have significantly more cross-sectional mass and resistance to bending than the standard 7/8" round rods, making them the right choice for the heaviest applications.
- Replaceable tooth tips extend attachment lifespan on high-cycle operations — the weld-on tooth bar holds replaceable tips; when tips wear, replace just the tip rather than the full tooth bar.
📊 Specifications
Standard Rod Grapple (HRDG)
| Model | Bucket Width | # of Teeth | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| HRDG 60 | 60.5 in. | 8 cast teeth | 890 lbs |
| HRDG 68 | 68.5 in. | 9 cast teeth | 940 lbs |
| HRDG 76 | 76.5 in. | 10 cast teeth | 990 lbs |
Industrial Rod Grapple (HIRDG)
| Model | Bucket Width | Tine Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIRDG 76 | 76 in. | 1" x 1.5" flat bar | 1,230 lbs |
| HIRDG 84 | 84 in. | 1" x 1.5" flat bar | 1,330 lbs |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Tines | 7/8" round rod at 3" spacing |
| Industrial Tines | 1" x 1.5" curved flat bar at 3" spacing |
| Cylinders | 2.5" x 10" industrial — independent per arm |
| Teeth | Weld-on tooth bar with replaceable cast tips |
| Pivot Points | All greaseable |
| Hose Protection | Abrasion sleeves |
| Hydraulic Circuits | 2 auxiliary circuits required |
| Mount | Universal Quick Attach |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Origin | Made in USA |
🔗 Attachment Compatibility
The HRDG and HIRDG require two auxiliary hydraulic circuits (independent arms). Confirm your skid steer has dual aux circuit capability. At 890–1,330 lbs, confirm your machine's operating capacity can handle the grapple weight plus expected material load.
🚜 Machine Compatibility
Compatible with skid steer loaders and compact track loaders with Universal Quick Attach:
| Bobcat | Caterpillar | John Deere | Case |
| New Holland | Takeuchi | Kubota | Gehl |
Requires two auxiliary hydraulic circuits. Check your machine's rated operating capacity against the attachment weight before operating.
❓ FAQs
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Q: What is the difference between HRDG (Standard) and HIRDG (Industrial)?
The standard HRDG uses 7/8" round rod tines and weighs 890-990 lbs in 60-76" widths. It is designed for general rock handling, brush cleanup, and demolition debris. The industrial HIRDG uses 1" x 1.5" curved flat bar tines, which are significantly heavier and more resistant to deformation, weighing 1,230-1,330 lbs in 76-84" widths. Choose the HIRDG for the heaviest rock demolition, concrete rubble, and rebar-heavy debris where the standard tines would be at risk of bending. |
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Q: Why 3" tine spacing?
Haugen uses 3" spacing based on customer feedback as the optimal balance between rock retention and sifting ability. At 3", rocks down to approximately 4-5" in diameter are held without falling through during transport, while fines, dirt, and debris sift out as the load is moved. Tighter spacing (2" or less) clogs with fines and reduces flow-through; wider spacing loses medium rocks. |
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Q: What do the independent twin grapple arms allow that a single-arm grapple cannot?
Each arm on the HRDG and HIRDG closes independently. When gripping an uneven pile of rocks or brush, the arm over the higher portion stops when it contacts material while the arm over the lower portion continues closing until it contacts. A single-arm grapple would either grip only the high side or leave the low side open. Independent action gives a more complete, secure grip on uneven loads. |
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Q: Is the HIRDG compatible with the same skid steers as the HRDG?
Both use Universal Quick Attach. However, the HIRDG weighs 1,230-1,330 lbs empty, which is significantly heavier than the HRDG (890-990 lbs). Confirm your machine's rated operating capacity can safely handle the HIRDG weight plus anticipated material loads. The HIRDG is best suited for high-capacity machines (2,500+ lbs ROC). |
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Q: Note on SKU naming — HIRDG vs HIRG
Sources on tmsequip.com and lecinfo.com list the industrial models as HIRG 76 and HIRG 84 (without the D). The workbook uses HIRDG 76 and HIRDG 84. Both SKU formats appear in circulation; the workbook variant is used here. Verify the correct Haugen catalog SKU before importing to Shopify. |
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