Berlon 72-Inch Skeleton Rock Grapple
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Overview
Berlon's 72-inch skeleton rock grapple weighs 1,221 lbs and is built to handle rock, demolition debris, and mixed material. The skeleton design lets material sift through while holding boulders and rubble. Available through Langner Equipment in Canada at approximately $6,500 CAD. Berlon distributes through a Canadian dealer network with Langner Equipment as an official distributor.
Canada Availability
Available through Langner Equipment in Canada at approximately $6,500 CAD.
Key Facts
- Working width: 72 inches
- Operating weight: 1,221 lbs
- Type: skeleton / open rock grapple
- Application: rock, demolition debris, mixed material
- Dual hydraulic cylinders
- SSQA universal quick attach
- Hydraulic flow: 15–25 GPM (standard flow) for open/close cylinders
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You handle large boulders, rip-rap, or irregular rock that a bucket can't safely grip
- You work in quarrying, shoreline work, or heavy land clearing
⛔ Skip if…
- Your rock is small and uniform — a rock bucket moves volume faster
- You need to sort debris — a grapple with fingers works better for mixed piles
🔍 Also consider…
- Industrial grapple for mixed debris with some rock
- Rock bucket if you're loading and moving more than sorting
🔧 Machine Compatibility
Compatible with all skid steer brands and compact track loaders via universal SSQA quick attach. Mid to large-frame machines (S450–S750 class) are the best fit for this width.
About Berlon in Canada
Berlon Industries builds attachments in Alberta, making them one of the few truly Prairie-made brands. Berlon products are engineered for Canadian conditions with local dealer support across Western Canada.
Care & Maintenance
- Grease all pivot points every 8 hours of operation — this single habit extends service life more than any other maintenance step
- Inspect tines for bending or cracking after use in rock or demolition debris — bent tines cause uneven closing force and can fail under load
- Check hydraulic hose connections and fittings weekly — grapple hoses take more abuse than most attachments due to constant jaw cycling near rough material
- Inspect cylinder pins and bushings monthly; sloppiness in the jaws indicates worn bushings, not just general age — replace before the pin starts wearing the bore
- Store with jaws closed to reduce stress on the frame and keep the hinge pivot pins from accumulating debris
✅ Last checked: March 2026
Source: skidsteerattachments.ca/catalog/grapples/berlon-skeleton-rock-grapple-72/
