HLA 72-Inch 4-in-1 Grapple Bucket
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Overview
HLA's 4-in-1 grapple bucket combines a general-purpose bucket with a hydraulic clamshell grapple lid, allowing the same attachment to dig, dump, clamp, and level. The 72-inch model is priced at approximately $4,990 CAD through Langner Equipment, including bolt-on edge and hoses/couplers. Ontario-manufactured by Horst Welding in Listowel, making it a practical all-season Canadian workhorse attachment.
Canada Availability
Canadian-manufactured by Horst Welding (Listowel, ON). Available through HLA dealers and Langner Equipment at approximately $4,990 CAD including hoses and couplers.
Key Facts
- Working width: 72 inches (also 84")
- Type: 4-in-1 grapple bucket (bucket + clamshell grapple)
- Includes bolt-on cutting edge, hoses, and couplers
- Functions: dig, dump, clamp, grade/level
- Ontario-manufactured by Horst Welding
- SSQA skid steer quick attach
- Typical weight: 500–650 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
🔧 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 HLA in Canada
HLA Attachments is an Ontario-based manufacturer that designs and builds attachments in Waterloo, ON, with a dealer network spanning all provinces. Backed by a Canadian warranty and local parts availability, HLA is one of the most trusted names on Canadian job sites.
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/hla-4in1-grapple-bucket-72/
