Wrangling Bulky Materials? Use Our Skid Steer Grapple Buckets

Sometimes the job throws you more than you can handle with a forklift or a regular bucket. The skid steer grapple bucket from Star is a gamechanger. 

It combines the scooping power of a skid steer bucket with the clamping control of dual grapple arms. It’s built to securely grasp, lift, and move bulky, irregular, or unwieldy loads—over rough terrain, in tight spaces, and on just about any job site.

How a Skid Steer Grapple Bucket Works

Our grapple buckets feature two independently controlled grapple arms that open extra wide and clamp down tight, even on uneven loads. The end plates help contain loose materials so you can move them securely.

This design means:

• Precise handling
  
• Reduced spillage
  
• Safe transport—even across bumpy ground
  

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Why Construction Crews Love Grapple Buckets

Handle Diverse Materials – Including brush, logs, rocks, scrap metal, concrete, and demolition debris.

Better Control – Adjust each grapple arm independently for irregular loads.

Improved Safety – Minimize the risk of cargo shifting or spilling.

Save Time & Labor – Move more material faster, with less manual handling.

Our Grapple Buckets are Built Rental Tough

• Independent operating cylinders adjust for uneven loads
  
• Hydraulic lines and grapple cylinders are fully covered to protect from accidental damage
  
• Xtreme duty quick tach for fast, secure hookup
  
• Rugged heavy-duty construction provides dependability and durability
  
• Built-in covers protect fittings
  
• Cutting edges are punched for optional bolt-on-blade
  
• Hydraulic lines are zip-tied to a heavy spring to prevent pinching

Star Safety – Using Your Skid Steer Grapple Bucket 

1. Inspect Before You Grip
Check cylinders, hoses, pins, and welds before each use. Tighten or replace worn parts.

2. Load Within Capacity
Never exceed the skid steer or grapple bucket’s rated load limits.

3. Keep It Low
When moving materials, keep the bucket low to maintain stability—especially on slopes.

4. Watch for Pinch Points
Stay clear of grapple arms during operation to prevent injury.

5. Secure Before Travel
Ensure grapple arms fully clamp and lock onto the load before moving.6. Avoid Side Loads
Lift and carry materials head-on—side forces can damage cylinders or cause tipping.

See It in Action

Watch the Grapple Bucket at Work

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