HLA 60-Inch Skeleton Rock Grapple for Skid Steers
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Overview
The 60-inch-inch grapple handles logs, brush, rocks, scrap, and demolition debris on Canadian worksites. HLA Attachments, headquartered in Elmira, Ontario, is one of Canada's largest domestic attachment manufacturers, with wide dealer coverage across the country. Hydraulic tines close from the cab, securing irregular loads that would slide from a bucket. An essential attachment for land clearing, site cleanup, and recycling operations. Available in Canada through HLA Attachments dealers. Ontario-manufactured.
Canada Availability
Available in Canada through HLA Attachments dealers. Ontario-manufactured.
Key Facts
- Working width: 60 inches
- Type: skeleton rock grapple
- Drive: hydraulic
- Application: rock picking, rock wall work, demolition debris
- Mount: universal SSQA
- Typical weight: 400–500 lbs
- 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 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-skeleton-rock-grapple-60/
