HLA 60-Inch Skid Steer Soil Conditioner
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Overview
HLA Attachments' 60-inch soil conditioner is their compact model for residential landscaping and smaller-scale seedbed preparation. Built at their Ontario facility, the 60-inch rotor suits mid-frame machines working on residential lots and smaller commercial sites. HLA distributes across Western Canada through GLC Equipment and their dealer network. A Canadian-manufactured option for landscapers who need local parts access.
Canada Availability
HLA Attachments are manufactured in Ontario, Canada. Available through GLC Equipment and HLA's dealer network across Western Canada.
Key Facts
- Working width: 60 inches
- Drive: hydraulic rotating drum
- Carbide-tipped drum teeth
- Application: residential seedbed, lawn renovation, smaller-site grading
- Canadian-manufactured
- SSQA skid steer quick attach
- Weight: 575–1825 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: 15–35 GPM
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You prep lawns, residential lots, or acreage for seeding — soil conditioners remove rocks and till in one pass
- Post-construction cleanup where you need to remove debris, rocks, and construction material from the surface
- Subdivision lot seeding prep is regular work — soil conditioners are the go-to attachment for that job
⛔ Skip if…
- Deep tillage and soil mixing is your goal — a rototiller or subsoiler works better for that
- Your ground is rocky or heavily compacted — you may need to scarify first before a soil conditioner works efficiently
🔍 Also consider…
- Power rake for lighter debris removal and final seedbed touch-up
- Rototiller for agricultural plots needing deep tillage and amendment incorporation
🔧 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 HLA in Canada
HLA Attachments is an Ontario-based manufacturer that designs and builds attachments in Waterloo, ON, with a dealer network spanning all provinces. Backed by a Canadian warranty and local parts availability, HLA is one of the most trusted names on Canadian job sites.
Care & Maintenance
- Inspect carbide rotor teeth after every use — chipped or worn teeth cut unevenly and increase hydraulic motor load significantly
- Replace teeth in matched pairs across the rotor to maintain balance — uneven tooth wear creates vibration that stresses motor bearings and the drive system
- Grease rotor shaft bearing housings after every 8 hours of operation
- Clean packed soil from behind the rotor guard and between tooth mounts after every use — buildup restricts rotation and can cause the rotor to stall in normal material
- Check the hydraulic motor drive coupler and belts (if belt-driven) for wear weekly during active season — belt failure in the middle of a job is a common and avoidable breakdown
✅ Last checked: March 2026
Source: skidsteerattachments.ca/catalog/soil-conditioners/hla-soil-conditioner-60/
