Description

Hayspears® 48SS Cross Bolt Bale Spike – 48″ x 1.625″ – 3,000 lb. Capacity

The Hayspears® 48SS cross bolt bale spike is a heavy-duty hay spear engineered for dependable everyday bale handling in demanding agricultural environments. Designed for tractors, skid steers, bale movers, front-end loaders, and livestock feeding equipment, the 48SS delivers stable load handling, reliable penetration, and long-term durability for both round and square hay bales.

Built with a durable 1.625-inch spear diameter and extended 48-inch overall length, the 48SS provides excellent bale engagement and improved stability during lifting, transport, stacking, and feeding operations. Its longer spear profile helps maintain balanced handling when moving large round bales and dense feed materials commonly encountered in farm and ranch operations.

Rated at 3,000 pounds at a 30-inch load center, the 48SS is engineered to reflect real-world bale handling conditions while maintaining a lighter overall spear weight compared to many heavier solid bale spikes.

Fluted Cross Bolt Bale Spike Design

The 48SS features a forged fluted spear profile engineered to improve penetration into dense bale material while reducing drag during insertion and removal.

Benefits of the fluted bale spike design include:

• Easier penetration into wet or compacted hay
• Reduced resistance during spear removal
• Cleaner bale release during unloading
• Reduced bale disturbance during feeding
• Improved transport and stacking efficiency

The fluted geometry also helps reduce unnecessary spear weight without sacrificing lifting strength or structural durability.

For proper performance, the spear should be installed with the fluted sides positioned parallel to the ground. Correct orientation helps improve penetration and reduce stress on both the attachment and bale during repeated lifting cycles.

The longer 48-inch spear length helps improve:

• Bale stability during transport
• Controlled bale placement
• Load balance with large round bales
• Handling precision during stacking
• Stability on uneven terrain

The 48SS performs especially well when handling:

• Round hay bales
• Square hay bales
• Wet hay
• Dry hay
• Livestock feed bales
• General agricultural materials

Weld-In Sleeve Installation & Agricultural Durability

The 48SS is supplied as a complete assembly including:

• S48S fluted hay spear
• 155 weld-in sleeve/collar
• Cross bolt
• Mounting nut

The included 155 sleeve is designed for permanent weld-in installation into bale spear frames, skid steer attachments, tractor loader systems, and custom fabricated agricultural equipment.

For proper installation:

• Weld only the sleeve/collar into the attachment
• Never weld with the spear installed
• Allow the sleeve to cool completely before assembly
• Insert the spear with flutes parallel to the ground
• Secure using the included cross bolt and nut

Manufactured from heat-treated high-strength steel, the 48SS is engineered to resist:

• Flexing under heavy loads
• Fatigue from repeated lifting cycles
• Premature wear
• Long-term agricultural vibration

The 48SS is commonly used on:

• Tractor loader bale spear frames
• Skid steer hay spear attachments
• Front-end loader bale forks
• Bale movers
• AG-GO agricultural attachments
• Custom fabricated farm equipment

Its combination of lighter fluted construction, dependable lifting performance, and broad compatibility makes the 48SS a trusted solution for everyday agricultural bale handling.

Key Features

• 48-inch cross bolt bale spike
• 1.625-inch spear diameter
• Forged fluted spear design
• Includes 155 weld-in sleeve/collar
• Includes cross bolt and mounting nut
• Rated at 3,000 lb. at 30-inch load center
• Reduced drag and improved bale penetration
• Heat-treated high-strength steel construction
• Ideal for tractors, skid steers, and bale movers
• One-year warranty against product defects

Frequently Asked Questions

What comes with the 48SS assembly?

The 48SS includes the S48S hay spear, 155 weld-in sleeve/collar, cross bolt, and mounting nut.

What is the advantage of the fluted bale spike design?

The fluted profile helps improve penetration, reduce drag during removal, and lower overall spear weight while maintaining strength.

What is the capacity of the 48SS bale spike?

The 48SS is rated at 3,000 pounds at a 30-inch load center.

What equipment can use the 48SS?

The 48SS is commonly used on tractors, skid steers, bale movers, AG-GO agricultural attachments, and custom hay handling equipment.

Does the 48SS include a warranty?

Yes. The Hayspears® 48SS cross bolt bale spike is backed by Pro-Link’s one-year warranty against product defects.