Blue Diamond 96-Inch Root Grapple for Skid Steers
Overview
The Blue Diamond 96-inch Root Grapple is a wide-span heavy-duty hydraulic grapple for high-volume land clearing, debris piling, and brush management on large-frame CTLs. Solid one-piece steel tines, heavy structural tube frame, dual independent hydraulic clamps, and protected hose routing. Suited for 50+ HP machines on commercial clearing sites. Backed by Blue Diamond's 1-year warranty. Available through Blue Diamond's Canadian dealer network.
Canada Availability
Best for: brush, stumps, land clearing
Compare with: Blue Diamond 96-Inch Root Grapple for Skid Steers · Bobcat 96-Inch Root Grapple for Skid Steers
Key Facts
- Working width: 96 inches
- Type: root grapple
- Drive: hydraulic
- Application: brush, stumps, land clearing
- Mount: universal SSQA
- Typical weight: 750–950 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: 15–25 GPM (standard flow) for open/close cylinders
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You clear brush, saplings, slash, and debris that a bucket can't grip
- You work on land clearing, right-of-way maintenance, or post-harvest cleanup
⛔ Skip if…
- You move dense solid loads like rock, sand, or gravel — a grapple loses material through the tines
- Your primary task is loading trucks — a GP bucket is faster for dense material
🔍 Also consider…
- Industrial grapple if you also handle large rocks or demolition debris
- Stump grinder if stump removal is part of the job
Wide attachment — verify your machine's rated operating capacity (ROC) before ordering. Best suited to large-frame machines (S750+ class or equivalent CTL).
About Blue Diamond in Canada
Blue Diamond Attachments manufactures in the USA and distributes widely into Canada. Known for heavy-duty construction and a broad catalog, Blue Diamond is a go-to brand for contractors who want North American-made quality.
✅ Last checked: March 2026