Skid Steer Skeleton Grapple Bucket - Haugen Attachments

📘 Overview

The Haugen Skeleton Grapple Bucket is a heavy-duty skid steer grapple bucket with open tine structure for rock and debris handling — available in dual cylinder (MSRG 72/78/84, 950–1,050 lbs) and single cylinder (MSRGS 72/78/84, 925–975 lbs) configurations in 72", 78", and 84" widths. The dual cylinder MSRG uses independent-acting cylinders that apply force simultaneously on both sides for superior clamping on uneven or asymmetric loads. The 3/8" thick tines with 3" spacing and serrated front edge dig through rock and debris effectively while sifting smaller material through. Removable side plates, greasable zinc-coated pins, protected hose routing with cylinder guards, and 90-degree couplers included. Universal Quick Attach. Made in the USA with a 1-year warranty.

⚙️ Key Features

• Dual cylinder (MSRG) and single cylinder (MSRGS) options — MSRG uses independent dual cylinders for simultaneous bilateral clamping on uneven loads; MSRGS uses a single clam cylinder with bolt-on teeth.
• 3/8" thick tines with 3" spacing — heavy gauge tines spaced to collect rocks and large debris while allowing soil to sift through.
• Serrated front edge — serrated cutting edge digs into rock piles and debris for positive engagement.
• Independent-acting dual cylinders (MSRG) — cylinders act independently so both grapple clams close and grip simultaneously, even on uneven or asymmetric loads.
• Protected hose routing with cylinder guards — hoses and cylinders shielded from rock and debris impact during digging and clamping.
• Removable side plates — side plates remove for added versatility when handling wide or irregular loads.
• Greasable zinc-coated pins — all pivot pins greaseable for easy maintenance; zinc coating provides corrosion resistance.
• 90-degree couplers included
• Universal Quick Attach | Made in USA | 1-year warranty

🔑 Benefits

• Dual independent cylinders make the MSRG superior for irregular loads — when grappling asymmetric rock piles, brush, or demolition debris, independently-acting cylinders ensure both grapple clams apply force regardless of the load shape, unlike single-acting systems where one clam may close without the other engaging properly.
• 3" tine spacing provides efficient rock separation without losing too much debris — the 3" gap retains rocks and coarse debris while allowing finer material and soil to fall through, reducing load weight and improving efficiency on clearing and land prep jobs.
• Cylinder guards and protected hose routing survive demanding rock work — direct rock contact with cylinders or hoses is the leading cause of grapple damage on skeleton grapple applications; Haugen's guards prevent this.
• Removable side plates extend versatility — open side configuration handles long lumber, pipe, and wide brush that would be blocked by fixed side plates.

📊 Specifications

🔗 Attachment Compatibility

The Haugen MSRG/MSRGS Skeleton Grapple Bucket uses the Universal Quick Attach System. The MSRG 84 at 1,050 lbs and MSRGS 84 at approximately 1,000 lbs are heavy — verify your machine's rated attachment capacity before selecting the larger widths. Both models require one auxiliary hydraulic circuit with 90-degree flat-face couplers (included).

🚜 Machine Compatibility

Compatible with skid steer loaders and compact track loaders equipped with a Universal Quick Attach system, including:

Compatibility is determined by mount type, not brand — confirm your machine's quick attach configuration before ordering.

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