Bobcat 80-Inch Heavy Duty Pallet Forks for Skid SteersPremium
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Overview
Bobcat's 80-inch heavy duty pallet fork set is designed for large-frame skid steers handling lumber, pipe, and long structural steel that standard 48-inch tines cannot support. Long tine length requires careful attention to rated load center capacity. Used on construction sites and steel yards. Available through Bobcat dealers in Canada.
Canada Availability
Available through authorized Bobcat dealers across Canada.
Key Facts
- Tine length: 80 inches
- Application: lumber, pipe, structural steel, long loads
- Mount: Bobcat Bob-Tach heavy frame
- Compatibility: large-frame Bobcat skid steers
- Typical frame weight: 600–750 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: none required — passive attachment, no auxiliary hydraulics
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You lift pallets, bags, small bundles, or materials up to 4,000 lbs regularly
- Your machine is mid-frame (S450–S570 class) and typical loads are within standard-duty capacity
⛔ Skip if…
- You regularly lift heavy or awkward loads over 5,000 lbs — standard-duty tines can bend under shock loads
- Bin moves, heavy concrete, or steel pipe are common — heavy-duty tines are worth the cost
🔍 Also consider…
- Heavy-duty pallet forks if your load weights push the limit of the frame rating
- Fork frame carriage upgrade if you want a higher ITA carriage class for more lift capacity
🔧 Machine Compatibility
Designed for Bobcat machines but mounts to any skid steer or CTL with a universal SSQA quick-attach plate.
About Bobcat in Canada
Bobcat is one of the most recognized skid steer brands in Canada, with a dealer presence in every province. Their OEM attachments are engineered specifically for Bobcat machines but use universal SSQA mounts for cross-brand compatibility.
Care & Maintenance
- Inspect tines weekly for bending, spreading, or cracking — a deformed tine is a structural failure, not cosmetic; take it out of service immediately
- Check tine adjustment pins and stops before every heavy lift — loose pins allow tines to shift under load
- Grease carriage slide bearings and tine clamp mechanisms monthly
- Inspect frame welds for cracking, especially around the top hook and lower receiver bar — these are the highest-stress points on the frame
- Verify load rating labels are legible on the frame; worn or missing labels are a safety compliance issue in commercial and regulated jobsite use
✅ Last checked: March 2026
Source: skidsteerattachments.ca/catalog/pallet-forks/bobcat-pallet-forks-80/
