Bucket Fork Kits for Loaders, Skid Steers, Tractors and Backhoes
AG-GO bucket fork kits for loaders add adjustable fork capability to compatible skid steer, tractor, front-end-loader, wheel-loader, and backhoe buckets using a heavy steel shaft and welded mounting hooks. They help farmers, contractors, landscapers, and equipment operators move pallets, feed, seed, lumber, fencing, pipe, brush, and building supplies with machinery they already own.
The AG-GO line includes six models rated from 2,500 to 8,000 pounds, with fork lengths from 42 to 60 inches. These systems may be used with properly matched tractors, skid steers, front-end loaders, wheel loaders, and backhoes. The correct kit depends on the bucket’s measurements and construction, hook style, shaft size, machine limits, and intended load.
AG-GO is a PRO-Link product line. The attachments are manufactured in the USA at PRO-Link’s production facility and are covered by PRO-Link’s one-year limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects under the published terms.
How AG-GO Over-the-Bucket Fork Kits Work
An AG-GO bucket fork kit uses steel hooks welded to the top front edge of a compatible bucket. The round shaft is supported by those hooks, and the fork assemblies ride on the shaft through welded bushings or eyes. The operator can adjust their spacing for different loads.
Once the hooks are installed, the shaft and forks can be engaged or disengaged with controlled bucket movements. This lets the machine return to normal bucket work after the removable assembly is set down. The forks themselves are not welded to the bucket.
Initial installation should be completed by a qualified welder or fabricator. Hook location affects shaft alignment, clearance, fork position, and how lifting forces enter the bucket. The installer must confirm that the bucket and reinforcing structure are suitable for the work.
Case-style hooks are used for many compatible Case buckets.
J-hooks are used with John Deere and many non-Case buckets when their geometry is appropriate.
Brand name alone is not enough; actual measurements and top-edge construction must be checked.
AG-GO Bucket Fork Kit Comparison
PRO-Link offers six AG-GO bucket fork kits for different machine sizes, loads, and fork-length needs.
| Model | Published kit rating | Fork length | Verified shaft or bucket information | Practical selection consideration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BF2500 | 2,500 lb | 42 in. | 1-in. × 54-in. shaft; three hooks; buckets opening up to 32 in. | Compact equipment and lighter material-handling work |
| BF4500 | 4,500 lb | 48 in. | 1.5-in. × 87-in. solid shaft; buckets opening up to 38 in. | Medium-duty farm, property, and jobsite use |
| BF6048 | 6,000 lb | 48 in. | 2-in. × 87-in. shaft; four hooks; bucket openings up to 38 in. | Heavy standard-pallet and general material handling |
| BF6060 | 6,000 lb | 60 in. | Adjustable shaft-mounted forged forks; selectable hook style; bucket openings up to 38 in. | Added support under deep pallets and long materials |
| BF8048 | 8,000 lb | 48 in. | 2-in. × 87-in. shaft; four hooks; bucket openings up to 43 in. | Larger machines needing high capacity with standard fork length |
| [BF 8060 | 8,000 lb | 60 in. | 2-in. shaft up to 87 in.; four hooks; bucket openings up to 43 in. | Compatible backhoes and large loaders handling long loads |
The rating shown for each kit does not mean every bucket or machine can lift that amount. The safe working limit is determined by the lowest-rated component, including the machine, loader, bucket, hooks, shaft, forks, welds, installation, and any manufacturer-required derating.
Featured BF6060: 6,000-Pound Capacity with 60-Inch Forks
The new BF6060 60-inch loader bucket forks extend the 6,000-pound AG-GO range beyond the BF6048’s 48-inch forks. Its forged tines reach farther beneath deep pallets, lumber, fence posts, pipe, and other long materials.
That added reach can provide more support when material extends beyond 48-inch blades. Fork spacing remains adjustable along the shaft for different load widths.
Longer forks increase leverage when weight is placed toward the tips. The BF6060’s rating does not increase the loader’s capacity. Operators must consider load-center information, bucket strength, ballast requirements, material weight, and center of gravity. ALLPROFORKS explains fork capacity and load-center terminology in more detail.
Choose the BF6048 when 48-inch forks provide enough support and easier maneuvering is important. Choose the BF6060 when the work regularly involves deeper pallets or long material that benefits from another 12 inches of fork length.
View the BF6060 60-Inch Loader Bucket Forks
Matching Bucket Forks to Different Machines
The BF2500’s 42-inch forks can suit compact tractors and smaller loaders performing lighter jobs when the bucket opening, machine capacity, and load match its specifications.
For skid steers and utility loaders, the BF4500 provides a 4,500-pound option with 48-inch forks. The BF6048 raises the kit rating to 6,000 pounds for properly matched equipment.
The BF8048 gives properly matched larger loaders an 8,000-pound kit with 48-inch blades for standard pallet work and easier maneuvering.
The BF8060 combines an 8,000-pound rating with 60-inch blades for compatible backhoes, larger loaders, and wheel loaders handling long or bulky materials.
These are possible uses, not universal-fit promises. Measure the bucket opening, width, top-edge shape, steel thickness, clearance, and hook area before ordering.
Load Position, Visibility, and Safe Operation
Bucket-mounted forks move the load forward from the machine. The farther weight sits from the bucket and fork uprights, the more leverage it places on the loader. This is especially important with 60-inch forks.
Set the forks evenly, center the load, and keep the heaviest portion close to the uprights. Carry loads low, travel slowly, and avoid sudden movements. Ohio State University Extension’s front-end loader safety guidance also recommends even loading, staying within capacity, and keeping the loader low during travel.
Allow additional turning and stopping room for long materials. Watch for people, overhead lines, uneven ground, slopes, and obstructions. Never allow anyone to ride on the forks or stand beneath a raised load.
Inspect the forks, bushings, shaft, hooks, retaining hardware, welds, and bucket before use. Stop if any part is loose, bent, cracked, excessively worn, or misaligned.
Questions & Answers
Are AG-GO bucket forks permanently attached to the bucket?
Only the mounting hooks are permanently welded to the compatible bucket. The shaft and fork assemblies can be engaged for material handling and removed when the bucket is needed for its normal work.
Should I choose 48-inch or 60-inch bucket forks?
Choose 48-inch forks for standard pallets and easier maneuvering in tighter spaces. Choose 60-inch forks when deep pallets, lumber, pipe, posts, or other long materials need support farther beneath the load. Remember that longer forks can place the load center farther from the machine.
Can I select a kit based only on its rated capacity?
No. Capacity is only one part of the decision. Confirm the bucket opening and construction, fork length, shaft size, hook style, machine rating, load center, installation, intended material, and the capacity of every component in the completed setup.
AG-GO bucket fork kits are manufactured in the USA at PRO-Link’s production facility and covered by the PRO-Link one-year limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects under its terms. For help choosing among the six models, contact PRO-Link or call 855-361-5987 with the machine information, bucket measurements, photographs, and intended loads.