New grapple design with no 3rd function needed.
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A more specific link- https://www.anbomfg.com/mechanicalgrapple
Interesting design. It uses a linkage point that connects to the cross tube in the loader.
Interesting design.
At 388lbs I think it's a little big for a BX or the smaller B series.
Maybe they will design one for the sub compact tractors.
The subcompact market is a lot of equipment.
The other question is can you leave the grapple on the loader and take the loader off the tractor?
Being able to do that would be a big plus.
At 388lbs I think it's a little big for a BX or the smaller B series.
Maybe they will design one for the sub compact tractors.
The subcompact market is a lot of equipment.
The other question is can you leave the grapple on the loader and take the loader off the tractor?
Being able to do that would be a big plus.
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While not a heavy duty grapple by any means this one answers most of your questions.
KBX Talon – The Grapple Attachment for Kubota BX (2013+ Quick Attach)
Designed specifically for Kubota BX series tractors (2013 and newer with quick attach), the KBX Talon combines power and ease with an innovative, patent-pending linkage system that lets you take on tough jobs without needing an extra hydraulic channel. Get the versatility of a grapple without the co
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It's like they designed a grapple for a 25 year old tractor.
No one designs loader attachments that pin on.
SSQA has eliminated them.
No one designs loader attachments that pin on.
SSQA has eliminated them.
Nice grapple. Sent them a email to see if any plans for a smaller version for the BX style sub tractors. That KBX looks pretty good too but that bar sticks up to high for working in the woods.
I spy with my little eye….
I like the design, super simple to operate I’d bet too. I dislike the top links attached to that bar ran through the loader frame.
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That make a lot more sense, They need to point that out, using an SSQA of the same color hid it.
Your still need to manually disconnect the link and the pipe.
You should have also spied the third function so no need for that contraption.
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I did see the connections after I posted. I agree, it’s still a neat design. I feel the top links and long bar on lower tines would pretzel pretty quickly with real world rake use.
Just watched some you tube videos that was posted on the kbx web site. Not bad for the BX series. May consider one.While not a heavy duty grapple by any means this one answers most of your questions.
KBX Talon – The Grapple Attachment for Kubota BX (2013+ Quick Attach)
Designed specifically for Kubota BX series tractors (2013 and newer with quick attach), the KBX Talon combines power and ease with an innovative, patent-pending linkage system that lets you take on tough jobs without needing an extra hydraulic channel. Get the versatility of a grapple without the co
That's what I'm thinking and at half the price. I'm not doing any heavy logging, just brush clean up and <6" scrub trees. Now if I can just talk my CFO into it.
Got to buy her something of equal value or your dead in the water!That's what I'm thinking and at half the price. I'm not doing any heavy logging, just brush clean up and <6" scrub trees. Now if I can just talk my CFO into it.
I emailed them on that plate that mounts on the FEL. Wanted to know if it stays after removing the grapple. Said it stays with not ill effect on the FEL. Waiting on another reply on shipping time. Am leaning toward ordering one. Am running out of room for storing my attachments.
It's still 'pinned on' in my eyes. Yes you hang the main body on the SSQA, but then you still have to install the rod and the two turnbuckle links to make it work.
3rd functions are so readily available now, and at reasonable prices (in my view anyway) there is just no need for these. Seems to be solving a problem that does not exist.
Just my opinion anyway, worth what you paid for it.
3rd functions are so readily available now, and at reasonable prices (in my view anyway) there is just no need for these. Seems to be solving a problem that does not exist.
Just my opinion anyway, worth what you paid for it.
Westendorf makes a grapple that doesn't need a 3rd function also https://www.loaders.com/Brush-Crusher/Brush-Crusher/BC-4300-.
pallet forks might be an option for you ?
I have an HLA SSQA 900# pallet fork on my BX23S 1/2 the time. It's been GREAT at hauling brush, logs as well as 'skids of stuff'. It's a LOT lighter than any 'grapple' and EASY to mount/dismount ! Have cleared the best(worst ? ) part of 8 acres on 'Mother Nature encroachment' with it, it's been a FUN tool to use.
I have an HLA SSQA 900# pallet fork on my BX23S 1/2 the time. It's been GREAT at hauling brush, logs as well as 'skids of stuff'. It's a LOT lighter than any 'grapple' and EASY to mount/dismount ! Have cleared the best(worst ? ) part of 8 acres on 'Mother Nature encroachment' with it, it's been a FUN tool to use.