Buying a Hay Bale Spears
Single or dual tine spears for handling round and square bales.
$200-$800
Used Price Range
No Hydraulics
Passive Attachment
Spec Benchmarks
| Weight Range | 120-350 lbs |
| Expected Lifespan | 5,000-10,000 hours |
| Key Differentiating Spec | Spear length: 39-49 in. Capacity: 2,000-4,500 lbs. |
No Hydraulics Needed
This is a passive attachment. It works with any skid steer or CTL equipped with a universal quick-attach (SSQA) mounting plate. No auxiliary hydraulic connections required.
New vs Used Pricing
| Tier | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Budget New | $600-$2,200 |
| Used (Good Condition) | $200-$800 |
Used prices estimated at 40-65% of new for items in good condition. Auction prices typically 30-55% of new.
Canadian Buying Considerations
Import Costs: US attachments face a 45-90% effective markup in Canada when factoring exchange rates (CAD ~1.35-1.40/USD), potential 25% steel surtax, GST, and cross-border shipping.
Cold-Rated Steel: Canadian-built equipment uses cold-rated steel (CSA G40.21) suitable for -40C. Cheaper imports may use steel that becomes brittle in extreme cold.
Domestic Options: Consider Canadian manufacturers like HLA (Listowel, ON), Conterra (Strathmore, AB), Baumalight (Wallenstein, ON), and Denis Cimaf (Roxton Falls, QC) to avoid import costs.