HLA 84-Inch High Volume Bucket with Grapple for Bales
Overview
HLA's high-volume HD bucket with grapple is designed specifically for large round bale handling, opening to 85 inches wide to handle bales up to 6 feet in diameter. The 84-inch model is priced at approximately $6,290 CAD through Langner Equipment, with an optional bolt-on guard for $895. Ontario-manufactured by Horst Welding in Listowel — a practical Canadian farm attachment for round bale yards.
Canada Availability
Key Facts
- Working width: 84 inches (also 96")
- Maximum opening: 85 inches
- Compatible bale size: round bales up to 6 feet diameter
- Optional bolt-on guard: $895
- Ontario-manufactured by Horst Welding
- SSQA skid steer quick attach
- Typical weight: 600–780 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 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.
✅ Last checked: March 2026