I too have a HLA “light duty root rake grapple” on my Kubota L4060 and chose it for as many of the same reasons you mentioned. For those of you trying to decide on a grapple for your tractor, don’t let the “light duty” description turn you off this brand or model. HLA also make monstrous grapples for large tractors and loaders, so this is lighter duty by comparison, but it is very well designed and built, and perfectly suited for a compact tractor. HLA makes them in 48”, 54”, 60”, and 66” widths. My tractor is about the same size as Sandy’s, but I chose the 60” rather than the 66” as I wanted it a bit narrower for my applications. I researched grapples very thoroughly. The Everything Attachments grapples are nice, but the fines are too far apart for me. The Artillian units have some cool features (esp the dual grapple clamping sections, but the lower tines are very long and it won’t clamp as tightly. The HLA is a really nice blend of shape, size, robustness, and reasonable weight.
All great points and demonstrations Sandy! Hope you felt better as the day went on there.. both of these items are a must have for me when I get a tractor but for at least starting out, I’d say I’d have to go with a grapple first, pallet forks would be close behind though lol as I definitely would be having a lot of pallets around to move I know lol anyways thanks for inviting us over, cheers!
@@sawingwithsandy for sure! My dad has the same set of folks for his CK30 that you have an I was amazed when I first learned about them how many things you can do with them! He also has a grapple :). And the quick attach set up for the loaders in general definitely 💯 for sure!
Yes it all depends on application Sandy like you said. For me forks and a bucket are enough. I move a lot of hay so forks are a must. We're haying at the moment so I'm using the tractor a lot. I'm still wearing my Dunlops when I'm haying and with my carhartt pants over the boots I'm not getting any hay or grass seed in my socks which is awesome. I have an insane farmer's tan at the moment too.
I’ve done the square bale haying before and my back still hurts haha. I can imagine that tractor and forks are sure getting some miles on. Hope the harvest goes well for uou
I own a Martach root rake. Use it all the time to dig out roots, rocks and mostly move trees , stumps and logs. Invaluable tool as the uses are so many. I also own a set of clamping forks. Took off the clamps and only use the forks. Great for moving anything no feasible with the root rake. I strongly recommend these two attachments as well as a bucket with teeth to any one thinking of buying land and putting it to good use!
I do like the idea of teeth of the bucket. I’ve struggled a few times to get a good scoop of large rock and to dig into hard packed soil. Teeth surely would be a great addition. Thanks for sharing
Hi, I’m trying to get my firewood “game” to be more efficient and less backbreaking … can you tell me about those metal structures that you have wood in? Do they work well, can you put much in them, are they expensive and where do you get them? Thanks
Sure! Those metal structures are IBC cages which often have a plastic liner inside the metal cage which holds various liquids. These containers are used in many industries and can be purchased second hand on places like marketplace and the sorts. They go for anywhere from around $35 - $60 Canadian each I've found .
Unfortunately I don’t remember what I paid off the top of my head but I know the root rake was more. I’ll do some digging and see if I can find the info
The cost will vary depending on brand, choices and if your tractor will need hydraulic add on as well. Regardless, the differences will be in the $1,000s
I too have a HLA “light duty root rake grapple” on my Kubota L4060 and chose it for as many of the same reasons you mentioned.
For those of you trying to decide on a grapple for your tractor, don’t let the “light duty” description turn you off this brand or model. HLA also make monstrous grapples for large tractors and loaders, so this is lighter duty by comparison, but it is very well designed and built, and perfectly suited for a compact tractor. HLA makes them in 48”, 54”, 60”, and 66” widths. My tractor is about the same size as Sandy’s, but I chose the 60” rather than the 66” as I wanted it a bit narrower for my applications.
I researched grapples very thoroughly. The Everything Attachments grapples are nice, but the fines are too far apart for me. The Artillian units have some cool features (esp the dual grapple clamping sections, but the lower tines are very long and it won’t clamp as tightly. The HLA is a really nice blend of shape, size, robustness, and reasonable weight.
Well put Dave
All great points and demonstrations Sandy! Hope you felt better as the day went on there.. both of these items are a must have for me when I get a tractor but for at least starting out, I’d say I’d have to go with a grapple first, pallet forks would be close behind though lol as I definitely would be having a lot of pallets around to move I know lol anyways thanks for inviting us over, cheers!
I love those pallet forks. One of my best implements
@@sawingwithsandy for sure! My dad has the same set of folks for his CK30 that you have an I was amazed when I first learned about them how many things you can do with them! He also has a grapple :). And the quick attach set up for the loaders in general definitely 💯 for sure!
Yes it all depends on application Sandy like you said. For me forks and a bucket are enough. I move a lot of hay so forks are a must. We're haying at the moment so I'm using the tractor a lot. I'm still wearing my Dunlops when I'm haying and with my carhartt pants over the boots I'm not getting any hay or grass seed in my socks which is awesome. I have an insane farmer's tan at the moment too.
I’ve done the square bale haying before and my back still hurts haha. I can imagine that tractor and forks are sure getting some miles on. Hope the harvest goes well for uou
Man, I wish I had your energy....You keep going as you are your channel will build quick, good job!
I've heard of pallet forks being called the poor man's grapple. I also plan on getting both when I get a tractor.
I own a Martach root rake. Use it all the time to dig out roots, rocks and mostly move trees , stumps and logs. Invaluable tool as the uses are so many.
I also own a set of clamping forks. Took off the clamps and only use the forks. Great for moving anything no feasible with the root rake.
I strongly recommend these two attachments as well as a bucket with teeth to any one thinking of buying land and putting it to good use!
I do like the idea of teeth of the bucket. I’ve struggled a few times to get a good scoop of large rock and to dig into hard packed soil. Teeth surely would be a great addition. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for another great video. You are putting them out right in time for my shopping. Thanks
Glad the videos are helping you. Hope whatever setup you end up with that it goes well. Take care
The correct answer, of course, is both.
Very good educational video... Thank you.
Michael from Alberta
Both have their uses grapples are great for brush and logs forks for moving materials and equipment around i have both and use them quite a lot
Yeah I agree with ya there
A consideration of a grapple is does your tractor have the hydraulics to support it or do you need to add a selecting valve or something else.
Hey Sandy! Can you post a video on how you added the third function front hydraulics?? Thanks!
Hey thanks for watching. I actually don’t have a third function I just have long hydraulic hoses running form my rear remotes to the front loader.
Hi, I’m trying to get my firewood “game” to be more efficient and less backbreaking … can you tell me about those metal structures that you have wood in? Do they work well, can you put much in them, are they expensive and where do you get them? Thanks
Sure! Those metal structures are IBC cages which often have a plastic liner inside the metal cage which holds various liquids. These containers are used in many industries and can be purchased second hand on places like marketplace and the sorts. They go for anywhere from around $35 - $60 Canadian each I've found .
What is the cost difference between pallet forks and grapple? Including front hydrolics
Unfortunately I don’t remember what I paid off the top of my head but I know the root rake was more. I’ll do some digging and see if I can find the info
The cost will vary depending on brand, choices and if your tractor will need hydraulic add on as well. Regardless, the differences will be in the $1,000s