Bobcat 72-Inch Scarifier for Skid Steers
Overview
Bobcat's 72-inch scarifier attachment uses hydraulically driven tines to rip and loosen compacted gravel roads, hardpan, and frost-hardened ground ahead of grading. Available as a standalone scarifier or as the scarifier kit on select land plane models. Commonly used in Canadian road maintenance and oilfield remediation work. Available through Bobcat dealers.
Canada Availability
Best for: compacted gravel, hardpan, frost heave remediation
Compare with: Berlon Industries 72-Inch Power Rake for Skid Steers · Blue Diamond 72-Inch Power Rake for Skid Steers
Key Facts
- Working width: 72 inches
- Type: hydraulic scarifier / ripper
- Tines: multiple shanks
- Application: compacted gravel, hardpan, frost heave remediation
- Mount: Bobcat Bob-Tach
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You're breaking up compacted gravel roads, hardpan, or packed aggregate before regrading
- Your site has frost-heaved or rutted surfaces that need aggressive tine action before re-spreading
- You need to loosen material before a final grading pass — scarifiers prep the surface efficiently
⛔ Skip if…
- You're finishing a prepared seedbed — a standard power rake with finer tines does that job better
- Your soil is already loose — scarifier tines dig too aggressively and will over-till
🔍 Also consider…
- Standard power rake for final seedbed prep and debris removal
- Landplane for final levelling after scarifying
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.
✅ Last checked: March 2026