BALE HANDLING ATTACHMENTS AND IMPLEMENTS

HOW TO CHOOSE BOBCAT BALE HANDLING ATTACHMENTS AND IMPLEMENTS

The right Bobcat® auger attachment starts with carrier compatibility – then gets dialed in for the ground and the hole you need. Confirm your machine’s mount fit, hydraulic flow (gpm), and lift capacity first. From there, match torque, bit style, and teeth to your soil conditions so you drill straighter, faster,  and with less fight. 

Choose Based on Bale Type and Task 

• Round bales: Spear attachments with forged tines offer fast, low-resistance loading. Choose single spear models for wrapped bales or double spear for added stability in transport.
• Square bales: Bale spears are ideal for large square bales or stacked bundles, offering increased lift surface and lower puncture risk.
• Feeding and rolling: For feeding applications, a bale unroller lets you control how material is dispensed while reducing waste and livestock crowding.

Pick Your Mounting System

Bobcat offers bale handling attachments and implements for:

• Bob-Tach or Power Bob-Tach mounting systems.
• 3-point hitch for compact and utility tractors.
• Telehandler-compatible mounting for high stacking and large bale handling.

Make sure your machine’s lift capacity and weight balance match the attachment's load potential.

Consider Bale Size and Density 

• Small bales require minimal spear length
• Large square or wrapped bales need longer tines and wider forks for stability.
• Wet or silage bales are heavier and demand higher-capacity equipment and reinforced designs

Quick Checklist

• Bale shape: Round, square, wrapped or stacked.
• Material: Dry hay, wet silage, straw or mixed forage,
• Carrier type: Loader, compact wheel loader, utility tractor, telehandler or Toolcat™ utility work machine.
• Mounting style: Bob-Tach, 3-point hitch or pin-on.
• Feeding method: Transport only or unrolling needed.
• Visibility needs: Open-frame design or high-clearance forks.
• Bale size and weight: Small, large, heavy-duty or dual-bale capacity.

Fast Picks

• Moving round bales fast: Round bale spear with dual tines for stable transport and efficient handling – or the single-tine 3-point bale spear implement for simple tractor hookups.
• Handling stacked square bales: Open-frame bale fork with reinforced back frame.
• Feeding hay in the field: Bale unroller with grip arms and rotation control.
• Transporting wrapped bales: Single-spear design to protect plastic wrap.
• High-volume stacking: Telehandler-compatible forks for reach and control.

When you’re ready to move hay, your local Bobcat dealer can help you choose the right attachment setup for your bale handling equipment.