The ultimate hybrid tool for 25–45 HP machines: The Loflin Compact Tractor Rock Grapple.
Tired of spending more time hand-picking stones out of your topsoil than actually using your tractor?
Introducing the Loflin Tractor Rock Grapple Bucket, the heavy-duty hybrid solution for 25–45 HP machines that lets you sift, scoop, and secure in a single pass.
Forget about "heavy-duty" attachments that are so bulky they eat up your entire lift capacity before you even pick up a rock. This grapple is engineered with high-tensile Grade 50 steel, giving you industrial-grade strength while keeping the weight under 500 lbs. You get to use your tractor’s power for the work, not just for carrying the bucket.
One of the biggest questions we get is about sifting: "Will it actually leave my dirt behind?" We designed the bottom tines with a 3-inch spacing, which is the "sweet spot" for property owners. It is wide enough to let your valuable topsoil and sand fall through, but tight enough to catch everything from firewood and bricks to jagged boulders.
You won't have to worry about lopsided loads or "spills" when driving over rough ground either. The dual independent cylinders act like two separate hands, adjusting to the shape of whatever you’re grabbing. You can firmly pin a single large log on one side and a heap of loose stones on the other without anything sliding out.
Loflin Fabrication also addressed the #1 cause of downtime: torn hydraulic lines. Instead of leaving hoses exposed to snag on branches, we route them internally through the steel frame and add bolt-on shields for the cylinders. It’s a "buy-it-once" tool designed for landowners who demand a clean job site without the constant fear of equipment failure.
Experience a workflow that isn't just about moving material, but about achieving a perfectly prepped property in half the time. The Loflin Tractor Rock Grapple Bucket stands out as the ultimate multi-tool for anyone serious about reclaiming their land.
Why Choose The Loflin Skid Steer Rock Grapple?
The "Hybrid" Bucket Design
Most grapples are just flat tines, but this one is shaped like a bucket with a built-in "rock dam" at the front. This means you can actually scoop up a pile of loose stones just like you would with a dirt bucket, but the tines let the soil fall through so you aren't hauling unnecessary weight.
The 3-Inch Sifting "Sweet Spot"
We spaced the bottom tines approximately 3 inches apart because it’s the perfect distance for property maintenance. It’s wide enough to let topsoil and sand sift out quickly, but tight enough to catch firewood, bricks, and those annoying "refrigerator-sized" rocks that ruin your mower blades.
Built for Your Tractor’s Lift Capacity
A lot of companies just take a heavy skid steer grapple and swap the mounting plate, but that leaves your tractor feeling front-heavy and dangerous. We built this from the ground up using high-tensile Grade 50 steel so it’s industrial-strength but light enough (under 525 lbs) that you can actually fill it up without tipping your machine.
Two Jaws are Better than One
Nature doesn’t make things in perfect, flat shapes. Since this grapple uses two independent cylinders, the jaws can close at different heights. You can pin a thick log on the left and a pile of small brush on the right, and the grapple will automatically adjust to keep a "death grip" on both.
No More Snagged Hydraulic Hoses
There’s nothing worse than having a $5 branch cause a $200 hydraulic leak. We route the hoses internally through the steel frame and add heavy-duty bolt-on shields over the cylinders. You can dive deep into thickets or rocky piles without worrying about a stray limb putting you out of commission for the day.
Handcrafted American Durability
This isn't a "disposable" attachment you'll find at a big-box store. Every unit is handcrafted and welded in North Carolina. We use 1.25" pins and recessed grease zerks on every moving part, so as long as you keep it greased, this is a tool you’ll be passing down to the next owner of the property.