MINI SKID STEER ATTACHMENTS

Heavy-Duty Land Clearing for Compact Equipment

Clear More Material. Get More Done.

Land-clearing and cleanup projects often involve a challenging mix of roots, rocks, brush, and irregular debris. Moving these materials with a traditional bucket can be inefficient, particularly when soil and smaller debris become mixed with material intended for removal.

The Blue Diamond Mini Skid Steer Root Grapple is designed to make these jobs easier. Its rugged open-tine configuration allows operators to rake through loose material, collect larger debris, and secure it with hydraulic clamping force for transport and disposal.

Unlike a conventional bucket, the open-tine design allows dirt and smaller particles to fall through, reducing the amount of unwanted soil collected with roots, rocks, and brush. This makes the Mini Root Grapple especially useful for property clearing, landscape renovation, construction cleanup, and site preparation.

Its compact dimensions also make it ideal for working around buildings, fence lines, landscaping features, and other confined areas where larger machines may be difficult to maneuver.

For contractors and property maintenance professionals, the Mini Root Grapple expands the versatility of existing equipment while providing the durability required for demanding cleanup work.

Open-Tine Design for Efficient Material Separation

Keep the Debris. Leave More Dirt Behind.

One of the most valuable features of a root grapple is its ability to separate unwanted debris from loose soil.

The Blue Diamond Mini Root Grapple uses heavy-duty 5/16" steel bottom tines to rake, collect, and carry bulky materials while allowing loose dirt and smaller debris to pass between the tines. This specialized design helps operators separate roots, rocks, branches, and construction debris from surrounding soil.

During landscape renovation or land clearing, operators can gather uprooted vegetation and woody debris without collecting as much soil as they would with a solid-bottom bucket.

The open construction also provides visibility through the attachment, helping operators position the grapple around irregular materials and monitor loads during handling.

For jobs involving soil separation, brush collection, and debris removal, the Mini Root Grapple provides an advantage over conventional buckets and solid-bottom grapple buckets.

Single or Dual Clamp Configurations

Choose the Right Grapple for Your Workload.

The Blue Diamond Mini Root Grapple is available with single or dual hydraulic clamps, providing flexibility for different machine sizes and material-handling requirements.

Single Clamp Mini Root Grapple

Available in 36", 42", 44", and 50" widths, the single clamp configuration delivers powerful gripping performance with a lighter overall attachment weight.

The single hydraulic clamp securely holds brush, roots, logs, rocks, and other bulky materials against the bottom tines. Its streamlined design is particularly useful for smaller mini skid steers where conserving available lift capacity is important.

Single clamp models are an excellent choice for general landscaping, property maintenance, demolition cleanup, and routine land-clearing applications.

Dual Clamp Mini Root Grapple

Available in a 50" width, the dual clamp configuration features two hydraulic clamp sections that provide additional contact across the attachment.

This design is especially useful when handling irregular or uneven loads, including branches, roots, mixed brush, and demolition debris. The two clamp sections help secure materials that vary in size and shape across the grapple.

Both configurations feature the same heavy-duty steel tine construction, industrial-grade pivot pins, welded hydraulic cylinders, and protected hydraulic components.

Industrial-Grade Strength Without Unnecessary Weight

Built Tough for Demanding Conditions.

Mini skid steers offer exceptional maneuverability, but attachment weight can significantly affect their available lifting capability. The Blue Diamond Mini Root Grapple is engineered to balance rugged construction with a compact, weight-conscious design.

Heavy-duty 5/16" steel tines provide the strength needed for demanding material handling, while reinforced 1" pivot pins with bushings deliver durability at critical articulation points.

Powerful 2" bore welded hydraulic cylinders generate dependable gripping force, allowing operators to secure bulky and irregular materials during lifting and transport.

The frame and clamp construction are designed to withstand repeated use in challenging environments, including demolition sites, landscaping projects, and wooded property cleanup.

Originally developed for the demanding conditions of interior demolition, the Mini Root Grapple provides a combination of compact size, structural durability, and reliable hydraulic performance for professional users.

Protected Hydraulics for Long-Term Reliability

Heavy-Duty Components. Practical Serviceability.

Working with roots, branches, rocks, and demolition debris exposes grapple attachments to impacts and abrasive materials. Protecting critical hydraulic components is essential to maintaining dependable performance.

The Blue Diamond Mini Root Grapple incorporates protected hydraulic cylinders and hose routing to reduce exposure to branches, debris, and other job-site hazards.

Heavy-duty welded cylinders and reinforced pivot connections are designed to withstand repeated gripping operations, while greaseable pivot points help maintain smooth clamp movement and reduce wear.

Routine maintenance is straightforward, with accessible lubrication points and serviceable hydraulic components. Blue Diamond recommends greasing pivot points every eight hours of operation to help extend component life.

For contractors and rental operations, these durability and maintenance features provide a practical advantage when equipment is subjected to frequent use and demanding working conditions.

A Versatile Attachment for Landscaping and Property Cleanup

One Grapple. Multiple Applications.

The Blue Diamond Mini Root Grapple is more than a brush-handling attachment. Its combination of open steel tines and hydraulic gripping power makes it a versatile solution for a wide range of material-handling jobs.

Landscape contractors can use it to gather roots, branches, rocks, and unwanted vegetation during property renovation. Tree service crews can move cut limbs and loosened root systems following tree removal. Construction and demolition crews can collect bulky debris while leaving behind smaller loose material.

Its compact size is especially valuable in residential and commercial environments where limited access makes material handling more challenging.

With multiple width options and mounting configurations, the Mini Root Grapple helps operators get more productivity from their mini skid steer while reducing the need for manual debris handling and frequent attachment changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a mini skid steer root grapple used for?

A mini skid steer root grapple is designed to rake, collect, grip, and transport roots, brush, rocks, branches, and demolition debris. Its open-tine construction allows loose soil and smaller material to pass through while retaining larger debris, making it ideal for landscaping, land clearing, and property cleanup.

What widths are available for the Blue Diamond Mini Root Grapple?

The Mini Root Grapple is available in 36", 42", 44", and 50" widths. Single clamp models are offered in all four widths, while a dual clamp configuration is available in the 50" model.

What is the difference between a single clamp and dual clamp root grapple?

A single clamp grapple uses one hydraulic clamping section and provides a lighter, compact solution for general material handling. A dual clamp grapple uses two clamping sections to provide additional gripping contact across uneven or irregular loads.

How is a mini root grapple different from a grapple bucket?

A mini root grapple uses an open-tine design that allows loose soil and smaller debris to fall through while retaining roots, rocks, brush, and larger materials. A grapple bucket has a solid floor that retains loose material such as soil, mulch, and smaller construction debris. Root grapples are generally better suited for debris separation and brush removal, while grapple buckets are more useful when loose material needs to be contained.

Can a Mini Root Grapple remove tree roots and stumps?

Yes. The Mini Root Grapple can collect, grip, and transport loosened roots, small stumps, and woody debris following excavation or tree removal. It should not be used to push or pull down standing trees or structures.

What is the maximum grapple opening?

The current product specification sheet lists a 28" grapple opening, providing clearance for brush, branches, roots, and other bulky materials. Confirm the opening measurement for current production models before ordering.

Will the Mini Root Grapple fit my Bobcat MT?

Selected Mini Root Grapple models are available with Bobcat MT mounting configurations. Mini Universal mounting options are also available. Verify your machine's mounting system, auxiliary hydraulics, and lift capacity before ordering.

What hydraulic pressure is required?

The Mini Root Grapple has a maximum hydraulic operating pressure of 3,000 PSI. It requires a compatible auxiliary hydraulic circuit to operate the grapple clamp or clamps. Always verify hydraulic compatibility with the selected host machine.

How do I maintain the Mini Root Grapple?

Routine maintenance includes inspecting hydraulic hoses and fittings, checking pivot pins and tines for wear, and lubricating grease points. Blue Diamond recommends greasing pivot points every eight hours of operation and following the maintenance procedures in the operator's manual.

Built to Clear. Engineered to Last.

From demanding land-clearing projects to everyday landscaping and property cleanup, the Blue Diamond® Mini Skid Steer Root Grapple delivers rugged construction, powerful hydraulic gripping performance, and the versatility to tackle challenging material-handling jobs in tight spaces.