TMG-SLG72 72-Inch Log Grapple for Skid SteersBudget
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Overview
The TMG-SLG72 is a 72-inch log grapple for skid steers from Canadian manufacturer TMG Industrial. The 72-inch claw opening handles larger timber and multi-log grabs common in Canadian forestry and land clearing operations. TMG ships direct from Canadian distribution warehouses — making this accessible to BC, Alberta, and Ontario forestry operators without dealer markups.
Canada Availability
Available direct from TMG Industrial (tmgindustrial.ca) with Canadian shipping.
Key Facts
- Working width: 72 inches
- Type: log grapple
- Application: timber handling, land clearing, log pile management
- Hydraulic clamp
- Universal SSQA skid steer quick attach mount
- Typical weight: 500–650 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: 15–25 GPM (standard flow) for open/close cylinders
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You move mixed demolition debris, large rocks, and heavy loads that need a closed floor
- You sort materials on-site between loads
⛔ Skip if…
- Your primary use is brush and slash cleanup — a root grapple's open tines handle that better
- The added weight pushes near your machine's ROC limit for lighter machines
🔍 Also consider…
- Root grapple for lighter brush and debris work
- 4-in-1 bucket if you need both clamshell and flat-floor functionality
🔧 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 TMG Industrial in Canada
TMG Industrial imports and distributes a broad range of construction attachments from its Canadian warehouses, offering competitive pricing with delivery across Canada. A popular choice for contractors who want solid value without long lead times.
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/tmg-slg72-grapple/
