




HBG72
The Virnig Hay Bucket Grapple is a heavy-duty skid steer attachment designed to efficiently handle round hay bales, loose hay, silage, and other agricultural materials. Built for durability and performance, this attachment combines the versatility of a bucket with the secure gripping power of a grapple, allowing operators to load, transport, and stack hay with ease.
Equipped with a two-cylinder grapple system and a large 74.3" jaw opening, this hay bucket grapple is capable of handling large round bales while minimizing bale damage. The curved tine design allows the grapple to penetrate bales smoothly while maintaining a firm grip for safe transport and stacking.
Constructed with high-strength Grade 80 steel tines and a reinforced bucket frame, the Virnig Hay Bucket Grapple delivers long-lasting performance in demanding agricultural environments. The attachment includes universal skid steer mounting along with hoses, couplers, and fittings, making installation quick and straightforward for most skid steer loaders.
The Virnig Hay Bucket Grapple is ideal for farms, ranches, and livestock operations that require reliable hay handling equipment.
Applications
Handling large round hay bales
Loading and feeding livestock
Moving loose hay and silage
Transporting agricultural materials
Farm and ranch material handling
The large jaw opening and curved tine design provide secure handling with minimal bale damage, improving efficiency during daily feeding and hay management tasks.
Two-cylinder grapple design for powerful clamping force
Large 74.3" grapple jaw opening for big round bales
Curved grapple tines penetrate bales with minimal damage
2" bore x 8 3/8" stroke cylinders
Corrosion, dent, and flake resistant NitroSteel® cylinder rods
Machine-specific hydraulic package available
1 9/16" greasable hinge pins
1 1/4" cylinder pins
Teflon® coated bushings for reduced friction and longer life
3/4" x 6" weld-on cutting edge with holes for optional edges
1/2" x 4" structural wear bars under the bucket
High-strength Grade 80 steel tines
| Model | 72" | 84" |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Width | 73.5" | 85.5" |
| Bucket Depth | 40" | 40" |
| Bucket Height | 31.4" | 31.4" |
| Bucket Tines | 4 | 4 |
| Grapple Teeth | 4 | 4 |
| Bucket Struck Capacity | 27.7 ft³ | 32.2 ft³ |
| Bucket Heaped Capacity | 33.2 ft³ | 38.8 ft³ |
| Structural Wear Bars | 5 | 5 |
| Weight | 1,350 lbs | 1,450 lbs |
Recommended Loader Capacity: Greater than 2,400 lbs ROC
Bolt-On Cutting Edge (BOCE) installed
Serrated Edge (SE) installed
Big Bale Grapple with open bottom option available
Virnig attachments are engineered for demanding agricultural work. The Hay Bucket Grapple delivers the strength, versatility, and durability needed for daily hay handling, feeding, and farm material management.
With heavy-duty construction, premium hydraulic components, and a design focused on minimizing bale damage, the Virnig Hay Bucket Grapple is a reliable solution for efficient bale handling with skid steer loaders.
| Model | 72" | 84" |
| Overall Bucket Width (in) | 73.5 | 85.5 |
| Bucket Depth (in) | 40.0 | 40.0 |
| Bucket Height (in) | 31.4 | 31.4 |
| Number Bucket Tines | 4 | 4 |
| Space Between Tines | 19.3 | 19.3 |
| Number Grapple Teeth | 4 | 4 |
| Space Between Grapple Teeth | 19.3 | 19.3 |
| Bucket Struck Capacity (Ft3 | 27.7 | 32.2 |
| Bucket Heaped Capacity | 33.2 | 38.8 |
| Structural Wear Bars under Bucket (1/2" x 4") | 5 | 5 |
| Weight (lbs) | 1350 | 1450 |