Skid Pro 60-Inch Root Grapple
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Overview
Skid Pro's 60-inch root grapple is a brush and debris grapple for smaller skid steers, well-suited for acreage cleanup, trail clearing, and farm brush management. Tine-style construction allows material sorting and fine debris to pass through. Available through Canadian equipment dealers and distributors. A compact, practical option for operators who need grapple capability on a compact or mid-size machine.
Canada Availability
Skid Pro attachments are available through Canadian equipment dealers and online distributors with Canadian shipping.
Key Facts
- Working width: 60 inches
- Type: root/brush grapple
- Drive: hydraulic
- Application: brush, stumps, debris, acreage and farm cleanup
- Compatible: compact to mid-frame skid steers, SSQA mount
- Typical weight: 400–500 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
🔧 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 Skid Pro in Canada
Skid Pro manufactures attachments in the USA and has a strong Canadian distribution footprint. Their catalog covers most common attachment types with a focus on durability and value for everyday contractor use.
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/skid-pro-root-grapple-60/
