112 Hay Spear Bushing – 2 Inch to 1.625 Inch Adapter

Description

The 112 hay spear bushing is a solid steel adapter used to fit a compatible 1.625 inch cross-bolt bale spear into an existing 2 inch hay fork socket. It gives equipment owners a practical way to update or repair a bale-handling setup without automatically replacing the entire socket, frame or attachment. The bushing is suited to hay beds, tractor loader attachments, skid steer bale frames and other properly designed bale-handling equipment.

This adapter changes the socket’s usable inside diameter; it does not make every 2 inch socket compatible with every 1.625 inch spear. Before ordering, compare the socket dimensions, spear mounting profile, insertion depth, cross-hole location and retaining hardware. The existing frame, socket and attachment must also be in serviceable condition and suitable for the intended load.

Operators comparing mounting components can view the complete selection of Hayspears hardware.

Adapting a 2 Inch Socket for a Cross-Bolt Spear

The 112 bushing sits inside a matching 2 inch socket and reduces the opening for a 1.625 inch cross-bolt spear. A cross-bolt spear uses a straight mounting section with a hole that must align with the socket, bushing and specified retaining bolt. When these features match, the adapter helps support correct spear positioning and consistent alignment during bale pickup, lifting and transport.

Diameter is only the starting point for fit. Measure the actual socket opening and inspect it for distortion, excessive wear, cracks, corrosion or damaged cross holes. Confirm that the bushing can seat at the required depth and that the spear hole aligns naturally without drilling, enlarging or forcing any component. There must also be enough rear clearance to install and remove the cross-bolt and nut.

Do not use the 112 bushing with a tapered spear. Tapered and cross-bolt mounting systems use different profiles and retention methods even when their stated shaft diameters appear similar. For a closer explanation of these differences, review the bale spear sleeves and collars guide.

Retrofit Uses, Inspection and Safe Operation

The 112 hay spear bushing can be useful when repairing an older bale frame, changing to a different compatible cross-bolt spear or adapting a serviceable 2 inch socket. Common applications include hay beds, front-end loader attachments, skid steer bale frames and custom agricultural equipment engineered for bale handling.

The adapter does not establish or increase the capacity of the completed assembly. Safe capacity is controlled by the lowest-rated part of the system, including the spear, bushing, socket, retaining hardware, welds, frame, quick-attach carrier and loader. Confirm the complete attachment rating and follow the equipment manufacturer’s lift, stability and operating limits.

Before each use, inspect the spear, bushing, cross-bolt, nut, socket, welds and frame. Stop using the equipment if any part is loose, bent, cracked, badly worn or unable to align correctly. Keep bales low during travel, move at a controlled speed and avoid side loading or shock loading the spear.

The 112 hay spear bushing is covered by PRO-Link’s one-year limited warranty against product defects.

Questions & Answers

What does the 112 hay spear bushing do?

It reduces a compatible 2 inch hay fork socket so it can accept a matching 1.625 inch cross-bolt bale spear. All mounting dimensions and cross-hole locations must align.

Will it fit any 2 inch socket and 1.625 inch spear?

No. Confirm the actual socket size, spear profile, insertion depth, cross-hole position, bolt size and rear clearance. It is intended for compatible straight cross-bolt systems, not tapered spears.

Does the bushing increase the attachment’s capacity?

No. The bushing adapts the mounting diameter but does not raise the rating of the spear, frame, socket, carrier or loader. Always follow the lowest-rated component and the machine manufacturer’s limits.