Virnig V60 RRG72 Root Rake Grapple for Skid Steers🔵 Mid
🟢 Standard Flow
⚠ High-flow machine required
✓ Compatible with high-flow CTL
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Overview
The Virnig V60 RRG72 is a 74.5-inch overall width root rake grapple designed for skid steers and compact track loaders with a minimum loader capacity of 2,400 lbs. Manufactured by Virnig in the US and available through Canadian dealers, this grapple uses cast pin-on teeth to cut into root balls and debris piles for effective brush removal and land clearing. Seven teeth with 9.8-inch spacing and dual 2.5-inch bore cylinders with hard stops protect against overextension. Well suited to Canadian acreage clearing, right-of-way maintenance, and post-harvest debris cleanup.
Canada Availability
Virnig ships to Canada and has Canadian dealer coverage. Available through dealers including Ripping It Outdoors and other Canadian equipment dealers.
Key Facts
- Model: RRG72
- Overall width: 74.5 inches
- Height: 38.3 inches overall / 29.7 inches bucket
- Overall depth: 31.6 inches
- Number of teeth: 7
- Space between teeth: 9.8 inches
- Grapple jaw opening: 53.7 inches
- Cylinder bore/stroke: 2.5" / 8.375"
- Weight: approximately 1,175 lbs
- Recommended loader capacity: greater than 2,400 lbs
- Hard stops in open and closed position — protects cylinders during back dragging
- 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 Virnig in Canada
Virnig Manufacturing is a Minnesota-based producer known for consistent build quality and a wide model range. Their attachments ship to Canadian dealers regularly and are a common sight on Western and Prairie 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
How to Connect
- Mount using same Bob-Tach process as buckets
- Connect hydraulic couplers (depressurized — release aux hydraulics first)
- Verify open/close direction at idle before working
- Test grapple open/close 3× before lifting any load
⚠ Safety NoteConnect hydraulic lines before mounting to machine where possible
Ready to Buy in Canada?
Pricing varies by region and dealer stock levels change seasonally. For current availability and a real quote, contact a local dealer.
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✅ Last checked: March 2026
Source: skidsteerattachments.ca/catalog/grapples/virnig-v60-rrg72-grapple/
