Bale Spears

A bale spear is one of those attachments that looks simple from the parking lot and reveals its complexity the first time a 1,400-pound round bale spins on a single tine. Tine length matters. Tine count matters. Frame width matters. So does whether the spears are arranged for round bales, with one upper and two lower stabilizers, or for square bales, with all spears mounted low.

This collection covers four common configurations: single spear with stabilizers for round bales, double bottom for large square bales or heavier rounds, triple for added stability on awkward or shifted bales, and quad bottom for the heaviest large square bales. Frames sized for skid steer quick-attach, 3-point hitch Category 1 and 2, and front-end loader pin-on mounts. Tines run from 32 inches up to 49 inches depending on bale diameter.

Why Choose Bale Spears from Skid Steer Store?

• North American-made spear frames from brands like Top Dog Attachments and Loflin Fabrication, with forged or cold-rolled steel tines.

• Configurations for single, double bottom, triple, and quad-bottom setups so the spear matches your hay operation.

• Free shipping on orders over $5,000, direct to your farm or yard.

• 30-day satisfaction guarantee and price match on every bale spear we carry.

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Best Bale Spear for...

Single Round Bales on a Skid Steer

The best bale spear for single round bales on a skid steer is a single spear setup with one main tine and two shorter lower stabilizers. The main tine carries the bale, the stabilizers prevent the bale from rotating during transport. The Blue Diamond Hay Spear fits this profile with single, double, or quad configurations and a 3,500 lb per spear capacity.

Large Square Bales on a Skid Steer

The best bale spear for large square bales on a skid steer is a double bottom or quad bottom setup with all tines mounted low. The flat tine layout keeps square bales stable without needing an upper stabilizer. The Top Dog Double Bale Spear with two 49.2-inch tines fits this profile, and the Haugen Square Bale Spear offers a three-tine cold-rolled setup with 29-inch usable tine length.

Heavy or Dual-Bale Handling

The best bale spear for heavy or dual-bale handling is a quad bottom setup or a high-capacity dual-tine frame. The Loflin Fabrication Hay Spear handles up to 4,500 lbs of total lifting capacity with a forged steel main spear and 3-inch square steel tubing, fitting feedlot and high-volume hay operations.

3-Point Hitch Hay Spear Setups

The best bale spear for 3-point hitch tractors is a Category 1 or 2 attachment with a single main spear and lower stabilizers, sized to the bale diameter. 3-point hitch spears keep the bale low and centered behind the tractor for stable transport across pasture and feedlot ground.