{"product_id":"loflin-mini-skid-steer-vertical-root-grapple","title":"Loflin Mini Skid Steer Vertical Root Grapple","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLand Clearing \u0026amp; Site Prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for raking through brush and topsoil to pull up roots and clear undergrowth without stripping away valuable dirt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDebris Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \"vertical\" tine design allows you to scoop up piles of demolition debris, logs, or rocks while letting smaller sediment sift through the bottom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorm Cleanup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Essential for grabbing uneven loads of fallen branches and limbs; the independent tines clamp down securely on awkward shapes that would slip out of a standard bucket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForestry \u0026amp; landscaping: \u003c\/strong\u003eUsed by arborists and landscapers to move large logs or piles of mulch with mini skid steers or compact tractors that need to stay light on turf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e'Need to Knows'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSifting Design: \u003c\/strong\u003eEngineered to work like a rake, this grapple features open spacing that allows dirt and small gravel to fall through, ensuring you aren't paying to haul clean fill to the dump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent Grapple Tines: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe dual claws operate independently, meaning if you grab a large log on one side and a small branch on the other, both sides will clamp down tightly to secure the uneven load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydraulic Power: \u003c\/strong\u003ePowered by 2″ x 8″ hydraulic cylinders, this compact grapple delivers significant clamping force relative to its size, allowing small machines to handle heavy tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtective Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for longevity with fully protected hoses and covered cylinders to prevent snagging on branches, plus fully greasable hinge points to maintain smooth operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJobsite Ready: \u003c\/strong\u003eShips completely assembled with premium Parker brand hoses, fittings, and couplers, so you can plug it in and start working immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Construction: \u003c\/strong\u003eFabricated with 3\/8” thick steel tines and a durable powder-coated finish to resist corrosion and wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Capacity: \u003c\/strong\u003eFeatures a wide 33″ opening width, allowing you to grab large piles of brush or debris in a single pass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize Options: \u003c\/strong\u003eAvailable in 36″, 42″, and 48″ widths, with custom sizes also available to match your specific machine's track width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e specifically designed for Bobcat MT (MT50\/MT52\/MT55\/MT85\/MT100) and Toro Dingo (Mini-Universal) mounts, but can also be built to fit compact tractors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eProudly hand-welded and fabricated in Denton, North Carolina (USA).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Info\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLoflin Mini Skid Steer Vertical Root Grapple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eStop Hauling Dirt and Start Moving Brush\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Black Loflin Mini skid steer Root Grapple on a white background\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/9798\/1238\/files\/Loflin_mini_skid_steer_vertical_root_grapple_480x480.jpg?v=1770435774\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrying to clean up brush with a standard bucket usually results in a heavy pile of dirt and very little actual debris, costing you time and extra dump fees.\u003cstrong\u003e The Loflin Mini Skid Steer Vertical Root Grapple solves this by acting like a heavy-duty rake, letting the dirt sift back to the ground while the teeth clamp down on the logs and limbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e You keep your topsoil where it belongs and only haul away what you are being paid to remove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrabbing uneven loads like a thick log and a pile of rocks is a nightmare with a solid bucket because the load shifts and drops, forcing you to stop and reload. \u003cstrong\u003eThis attachment increases your efficiency with independent grapple tines powered by dual 2″ x 8″ hydraulic cylinders that close separately. \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you grab a stump on one side and a fence post on the other, both claws lock down tight so you can travel at full speed without losing your payload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipping vines and roots out of the ground will bend cheap steel in a heartbeat, turning a profit into a repair bill. That is why \u003cstrong\u003ethis unit is built with heavy 3\/8” thick steel tines and a tough powder-coated finish that holds up to abuse.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can dig in and rip out undergrowth without worrying about twisting the teeth or rusting out the frame, protecting your investment for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRunning a machine in thick brush usually means snagging a hose and blowing hydraulic fluid everywhere, killing your productivity for the day. \u003cstrong\u003eLoflin Fabrication designed this grapple with fully protected hoses and covered cylinders to keep your lines safe from stray limbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e It also features fully greasable hinge points to keep the pivot pins moving smoothly, preventing the metal-on-metal wear that destroys lesser attachments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNobody wants to spend half the morning chasing down fittings just to get a new attachment hooked up. \u003cstrong\u003eWe ship the Loflin Mini Skid Steer Vertical Root Grapple jobsite-ready with premium Parker brand hoses and couplers already installed. \u003c\/strong\u003eYou just plug it into your auxiliary hydraulics and get to work immediately, ensuring you can bill for that machine the same day it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are clearing a lot or cleaning up storm mess, the wide 33″ opening lets you grab a massive pile in one go, drastically reducing your cycle times. \u003cstrong\u003eWe have these available in 36″, 42″, and 48″ widths to fit your Bobcat MT, Toro Dingo, or compact tractor.\u003c\/strong\u003e Don't settle for a bucket that can't grab—equip your machine with a grapple that works as hard as you do and order yours today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Loflin Mini Root Grapple?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrips Uneven Loads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe independent grapple tines allow one side to clamp a large log while the other secures a small pile of brush, preventing the load from slipping out during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves the Dirt Behind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe skeleton-style bottom acts like a rake, letting valuable topsoil sift through so you aren't paying dump fees for clean dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful Clamping Force\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with dual 2″ x 8″ hydraulic cylinders that deliver the crushing power needed to hold heavy timber and concrete debris securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResists Bending\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed with 3\/8” thick high-tensile steel tines to handle the stress of prying stubborn roots and clearing undergrowth without twisting.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtected Hydraulics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll hoses and cylinders are fully covered and routed through the frame to prevent snags, punctures, and expensive leaks when working in thick brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServiceable Pivots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery hinge point is fully greaseable, allowing you to maintain smooth operation and prevent the metal-on-metal wear that destroys lesser attachments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJobsite Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips completely assembled with premium Parker brand hoses, fittings, and couplers, so you can plug it in and start working immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check out other \u003ca title=\"Forestry Attachments\" href=\"https:\/\/timbersplitterwarehouse.com\/collections\/forestry-attachments\"\u003eForestry Attachment\u003c\/a\u003e options or other \u003ca title=\"Loflin Fabrication Attachments\" href=\"https:\/\/timbersplitterwarehouse.com\/collections\/loflin-fabrication\"\u003eLoflin Fabrication Attachments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLoflin Fabrication Mini Skid Steer Root Grapple Technical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible With:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBobcat Mini Track Loaders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically engineered with a proprietary mount for the Bobcat MT50, MT52, MT55, MT85, and MT100.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMini-Universal Machines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available with a mount for the Toro Dingo, Ditch Witch, Vermeer, Boxer, Ramrod, and Wacker Neuson.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Tractors: \u003c\/strong\u003eCan be custom-ordered to fit various compact tractor front-end loaders, adding grapple functionality to smaller farm machines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineered for Land Clearing \u0026amp; Debris Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e The loflin mini skid steer vertical root grapple is designed to handle aggressive vegetation control and site cleanup where standard buckets fail. It is the primary choice for the following professional applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrush \u0026amp; Undergrowth Removal: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe vertical tines are designed to rake through heavy brush and vines, ripping them from the ground while the skeleton bottom lets the dirt sift back through, minimizing the weight of your load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorm Damage Cleanup: \u003c\/strong\u003eEssential for clearing fallen trees and scattered limbs. The independent grapple tines allow you to clamp a thick log on one side and a bundle of branches on the other without the load shifting or falling out.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDemolition \u0026amp; Site Prep: \u003c\/strong\u003eIdeal for grabbing jagged construction debris, scrap lumber, and concrete chunks. The heavy clamping force crushes loose material, ensuring a secure hold during transport to the dumpster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRockscaping \u0026amp; Stone Work: \u003c\/strong\u003eUsed by landscapers to pick up and place large landscape boulders. The open bottom allows you to sift out smaller gravel and dirt, leaving you with only the stones you need to move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLog \u0026amp; Timber Transport:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most efficient tool for arborists moving cut log lengths. The curved jaw shape rolls the logs back into the grapple for a secure center of gravity, keeping the machine stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Technical drawing of a Loflin mini vertical root grapple with measurements on a grid background\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/9798\/1238\/files\/Loflin_Fabrication_mini_skid_steer_vertical_root_grapple_480x480.jpg?v=1770435778\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable Widths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36\", 42\", and 48\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Weights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36\" (280 lbs) • 42\" (340 lbs) • 48\" (360–370 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrapple Opening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33\" Wide Opening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic Cylinders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual 2\" x 8\" Cylinders (Independent Action)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8\" High-Tensile Steel Tines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToro Dingo (Mini-Universal) or Bobcat MT Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic Components\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParker Brand Hoses, Fittings \u0026amp; Couplers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully Greaseable Hinge Points \u0026amp; Protected Hoses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturing Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-Welded in Denton, North Carolina (USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Backyard Haven","offers":[{"title":"Toro Dingo \/ 36\"","offer_id":56968233353556,"sku":"0662006036","price":855.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Toro Dingo \/ 42\"","offer_id":56968233386324,"sku":"0662006042","price":905.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Toro Dingo \/ 48\"","offer_id":56968233419092,"sku":"0662006048","price":952.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bobcat \/ 48\"","offer_id":56968233451860,"sku":"0662008048","price":952.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1055\/4969\/3268\/files\/Loflin_mini_skid_steer_vertical_root_grapple.jpg?v=1788089124","url":"https:\/\/backyardhaven.shop\/products\/loflin-mini-skid-steer-vertical-root-grapple","provider":"Backyard Haven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}