Bobcat Heavy Duty 72-Inch BucketPremium
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Overview
Bobcat's heavy-duty 72-inch bucket is a reinforced version of their standard general purpose bucket, built for abrasive materials, demolition debris, and aggressive digging in hardpan or rocky ground. Heavier AR wear plate and bolt-on cutting edge extend service life in demanding conditions. Uses Bobcat's Bob-Tach quick attach system. Available through Bobcat dealers across Canada.
Canada Availability
Available through Bobcat dealers across Canada. Use the Bobcat dealer locator at bobcat.com/en-ca to find your nearest location.
Key Facts
- Working width: 72 inches
- Type: heavy-duty general purpose bucket
- Cutting edge: bolt-on replaceable
- Wear plate: AR steel construction
- Mount: Bob-Tach quick attach
- Compatible: Bobcat skid steers and CTLs
- Application: demolition debris, rocky ground, abrasive materials
- Typical weight: 430–560 lbs (varies by manufacturer)
- Hydraulic flow: no auxiliary hydraulics required — standard SSQA mechanical mount
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You need one versatile bucket for gravel, soil, concrete chunks, and general debris
- Your machine is mid-frame (S450–S650 class) or CTL
⛔ Skip if…
- You work primarily in rock, frozen ground, or heavy demolition — a rock bucket handles that better
- You need clamshell/4-in-1 functionality
🔍 Also consider…
- Rock bucket if your primary work is shot rock or frozen ground
- 4-in-1 (multipurpose) bucket if you also need occasional grading or clamshell action
🔧 Machine Compatibility
Designed for Bobcat machines but mounts to any skid steer or CTL with a universal SSQA quick-attach plate.
About Bobcat in Canada
Bobcat is one of the most recognized skid steer brands in Canada, with a dealer presence in every province. Their OEM attachments are engineered specifically for Bobcat machines but use universal SSQA mounts for cross-brand compatibility.
Care & Maintenance
- Grease the bucket pin and hinge points every 20 hours of use — dry pins wear oval and cause slop in the carrier, which transfers shock to the coupler
- Inspect the cutting edge for wear after work in rock, frozen ground, or hard fill — replace or flip bolt-on edges when worn to 50% of original thickness
- Check coupler latch engagement before every use — a partially latched bucket can release under load
- Clean debris from behind the cutting edge to prevent buildup that warps the edge over time; dried material also traps moisture against bare steel
- Inspect sidewall and base plate welds for cracking after heavy rock or demolition work — cracks spread rapidly if caught late
✅ Last checked: March 2026
Source: skidsteerattachments.ca/catalog/buckets/bobcat-heavy-duty-bucket-72/
