Round Bale Grapple for Skid Steers - Haugen Attachments

📘 Overview

The Haugen round bale grapple skid steer attachment is a purpose-built bucket for handling large round hay bales, brush, and debris. Available in two series: HBG (Fixed Grapple) and HBGR (Removable Grapple), both in 72", 84", and 96" widths. All models share the same 30" tall, 42" deep bucket with an 82" grapple opening and replaceable curved grapple tips. The HBGR adds a two-pin quick-release so the grapple can be removed in seconds, converting the unit to a standard bale bucket. Flat-face couplers standard. Kickstand holds the grapple when not in use. Powder coat finish. Universal Quick Attach. Made in USA.

⚙️ Key Features

• Two series: HBG (fixed) and HBGR (removable grapple)
• Three widths: 72", 84", 96"
• 82" grapple opening — handles large round bales up to 82" diameter
• 30" tall x 42" deep bucket
• Replaceable curved tips on grapple
• HBGR: 2-pin quick release — grapple removes in seconds; kickstand holds grapple when detached
• Flat-face couplers standard
• Powder coat finish
• Universal Quick Attach | Made in USA | 1-year warranty

🔑 Benefits

• 82" grapple opening is sized for large round bales up to 6 ft diameter — large round bales (1,200–2,000 lbs each) are common on commercial hay operations. The 82" grapple opening accommodates bales up to approximately 82" (6.8 ft) in diameter, which covers the largest standard production bales from modern high-density balers.
• HBGR two-pin release converts the unit from grapple to bale bucket in seconds — some jobs require the grapple for grab-and-place operations; others benefit from running the unit as a plain bucket for scooping debris or pushing material. The two-pin release on the HBGR makes this switch an in-field operation that takes under a minute without tools, and the kickstand keeps the detached grapple stable on the ground when it's not being used.
• Replaceable curved tips extend grapple life on high-cycle operations — the curved tips that contact the bale wear preferentially compared to the grapple arms. Replacing tips when worn is less expensive and faster than replacing the full grapple assembly, and maintains full clamping performance throughout the attachment's life.
• 30" tall x 42" deep bucket geometry provides stable bale containment during transport — the bucket depth (42" front to back) is sized to support large bales from underneath while the grapple holds from above. The 30" tall back plate prevents the bale from rolling backward during transport on slopes or during acceleration, maintaining a secure double-contact grip on the bale at all times.

📊 Specifications

HBG — Fixed Grapple

HBGR — Removable Grapple

🔗 Attachment Compatibility

Universal Quick Attach — fits all standard SSQA skid steers. At 1,030–1,370 lbs, verify your machine's rated operating capacity can handle the grapple weight plus the bale load. Round bales typically weigh 800–2,000 lbs depending on crop and moisture.

🚜 Machine Compatibility

Compatible with skid steer loaders and compact track loaders with Universal Quick Attach:

Requires two auxiliary hydraulic circuits (independent grapple arms). Check your machine's rated operating capacity against attachment weight before operating.

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