Height
47.25 in
Width (closed)
37.25 in
Width (open)
89 in
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Description
Paladin / FFC built
No-pierce handling
Universal quick attach
Overview
The FFC bale squeeze attachment handles large round or rectangular bales by clamping rather than piercing, so wrapped silage and netted bales arrive intact. A single model, the LAF1960-0022, weighs 480 lbs and opens to 89" — closed it measures 37.25" wide by 47.25" high by 54" deep. It suits loaders with a lift capacity up to 10,000 lbs.
Key Features of the FFC Bale Squeeze Attachment
- Handles large round or rectangular bales without damage — the arms clamp the bale rather than driving a spear through it.
- Opens to 89", wide enough to take oversized round bales without repositioning the machine.
- Includes 104" hoses with ½" quick disconnects, so it plumbs straight to the auxiliary circuit.
- 480 lbs of attachment weight — light enough to leave useful lift capacity for the bale itself.
- Universal quick attach mounting, so it fits skid steer loaders regardless of brand.
Why Choose a Bale Squeeze for Skid Steer Bale Handling
- Wrapped bales stay wrapped. A spear punctures plastic and lets air into silage; a round bale squeeze attachment grips the outside and leaves the wrap intact.
- Netting and twine survive the handling. Punctured bales shed material every time they are moved — clamping avoids that entirely.
- Faster field-to-trailer cycles. There is no lining up and driving in, so pickup is a single approach rather than an aiming exercise.
- Handles shapes a spear cannot. Rectangular and irregular bales clamp reliably where a spear needs a dense, square core.
FFC Bale Squeeze Specifications
| Specification | LAF1960-0022 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 480 lbs |
| Height | 47.25 in |
| Width (closed) | 37.25 in |
| Width (open) | 89 in |
| Depth | 54 in |
| Hoses supplied | 104 in with ½" QD |
| Maximum loader lift capacity | 10,000 lbs |
Which Machines Fit the FFC Bale Squeeze?
This skid steer bale squeeze mounts on a universal quick attach plate, so the interface is brand-agnostic and fitment comes down to loader capacity.
| Machine requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Maximum loader lift capacity | 10,000 lbs |
| Attachment weight to allow for | 480 lbs |
| Hydraulics | Auxiliary circuit, 104" hoses with ½" QD supplied |
| Mount | Universal quick attach |
Remember that the bale itself sits on top of the 480 lb attachment weight when you size against your loader. Confirm your quick attach configuration before ordering — if you are unsure, contact eskidsteer.com at (866) 757-8337.
Bale Squeeze or Bale Spear — Which Handles Your Bales?
We stock both, and they solve different problems. A bale spear drives one or more tines into the bale core and carries it on the spear — fast, simple, and rated 2,000 to 4,000 lbs depending on model. A bale squeeze clamps the bale from outside and never breaks the surface. If you handle dry hay that will be fed shortly after moving, a spear is the cheaper and lighter tool — see the FFC Bale Spear. If you handle wrapped silage, netted bales, or anything that must be stored after handling, the squeeze protects the wrap that keeps the bale usable. Operations that do both often run a spear for daily feeding and a squeeze for stacking and transport.
Bale Squeeze Questions, Answered
What is the advantage of a bale squeeze over a bale spear?
A bale squeeze clamps the bale from outside rather than piercing it. For wrapped silage, netted or twine-tied bales that means no punctured plastic and no material loss when the bale is moved.
How wide does the FFC bale squeeze open?
It opens to 89 inches, and measures 37.25 inches wide closed.
Will it handle square bales?
Yes. The FFC bale squeeze handles large round or rectangular bales without damage.
What lift capacity do I need?
The FFC bale squeeze suits loaders with a lift capacity up to 10,000 lbs. Allow for the 480 lb attachment weight in addition to the bale.
Is this a no-pierce bale handler?
Yes. It is a clamping bale handler — the arms grip the outside of the bale rather than driving spears into the core, which is what makes it suitable for wrapped silage.
Are hoses included?
Yes. The FFC bale squeeze includes 104 inch hoses with half inch quick disconnects.
Can it be used as a silage bale squeeze?
Yes — this is the main reason to choose a squeeze over a spear, since wrapped silage bales must not be punctured if the wrap is to keep working.
How much does the bale squeeze weigh, and does that matter?
It weighs 480 lbs. That matters because attachment weight and bale weight both count against your loader rating — a 1,500 lb bale on this attachment asks nearly 2,000 lbs of your machine before any safety margin.
What is the difference between a bale hugger attachment and a bale squeeze?
They describe the same style of tool. Paladin catalogues this product under both names — the arms hug or squeeze the bale from outside rather than piercing it.
Can one attachment handle both round and rectangular bales?
Yes. The clamping action adapts to bale shape, which is one of the practical advantages over a spear — a spear needs a dense core to carry reliably, and rectangular bales do not always provide one.
Does it need a third hydraulic function?
It runs from the auxiliary circuit and includes 104 inch hoses with half inch quick disconnects. Confirm your loader has auxiliary hydraulics available before ordering.
How is shipping calculated?
Shipping is calculated at checkout — simply add the item to your cart, enter your delivery address, and the shipping charge will be displayed before you complete your order.
Bale Squeeze Documentation
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