John Deere Worksite Pro HD48 Heavy Duty Pallet Fork Frame
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Overview
John Deere's Worksite Pro heavy-duty pallet fork frame with 48-inch tines. The shorter tine length is the right call when you're working in tighter spaces — moving standard pallets indoors, in barns, or through gate openings where a 72-inch tine would be awkward. Capacity is not the same at 48 inches as it is at 24-inch load center — always confirm load center for your typical lift. Available in Canada through Brandt.
Canada Availability
Available in Canada through Brandt / John Deere Worksite Pro — dealer locations in BC, AB, SK, MB, and ON.
Key Facts
- Tine length: 48 inches (122 cm)
- Frame style: heavy-duty welded steel
- Application: farm barns, tight spaces, standard pallet handling, indoor material movement
- SSQA (universal skid steer quick attach) mount
- Compatible with John Deere skid steers and compact track loaders
- No hydraulics required
- 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 John Deere machines but mounts to any skid steer or CTL with a universal SSQA quick-attach plate.
About John Deere in Canada
John Deere attachments are available through an extensive Canadian dealer network, ensuring local service, parts availability, and warranty support coast to coast. Designed to pair with JD machines but compatible with any skid steer via universal quick attach.
✅ Last checked: March 2026