Blue Diamond Severe Duty Grapple Bucket for Skid Steers
Overview
The Blue Diamond Severe Duty Grapple Bucket is designed for skid steers and compact loaders over 50 HP handling the toughest material — demolition rubble, heavy rock, scrap metal, and dense brush piles. Compared to the HD Series 2, the severe duty variant uses heavier construction throughout for applications where daily abuse is the norm. Blue Diamond Attachments builds these in the US and ships to Canadian dealers. The severe duty series is a step up for operators who have worn out lighter grapple buckets on tough jobs.
Canada Availability
Best for: demolition debris, heavy rock, scrap metal, dense brush
Compare with: Berlon Industries 66 Inch Grapple Bucket · Berlon Industries 72-Inch Grapple Bucket for Skid Steers
Key Facts
- Duty rating: severe duty — for machines 50 HP and above
- Application: demolition debris, heavy rock, scrap metal, dense brush
- Dual hydraulic clamps
- Heavier construction than HD Series 2
- Flat face couplers included
- Compatible with standard SSQA skid steer quick attach mounts
- Typical weight: 550 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: 15–25 GPM (standard flow) for open/close cylinders
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You need more versatility than a bucket — grab, hold, and move irregular loads
- You clear brush, debris, or demolition material where a bucket loses control of the load
⛔ Skip if…
- Dense, uniform material (gravel, sand, soil) is better handled by a GP bucket with more capacity per cycle
- The grapple weight would push you near your machine's ROC limit with this load type
🔍 Also consider…
- GP bucket for high-volume dense material work
- Root grapple for brush-heavy clearing jobs
Compatible with all skid steer brands and compact track loaders via universal SSQA quick attach. Mid-frame machines (S450–S650 class) are the most common fit.
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