Description

Haystix® Multipurpose 246CXJ Bent Bale Spear

The Haystix® Multipurpose 246CXJ bent bale spear is designed for agricultural applications requiring improved bale positioning, controlled handling, and enhanced visibility during loading and transport operations. Built with a 1-3/8-inch tapered spear profile and rated at 1,800 pounds at a 30-inch load center, the 246CXJ is commonly used in specialty hay handling attachments, stabilizer positions, and multi-spear bale spear systems where maneuverability and precision are priorities.

Its angled bent profile helps operators approach and position bales with improved control while reducing interference between the bale and the attachment frame. This makes the 246CXJ especially effective in close-quarters handling situations such as trailer loading, barn stacking, bale feeder placement, and secondary support positions on larger hay spear assemblies.

The 246CXJ includes the 110T sleeve collar assembly, allowing installation into compatible hay spear frames and agricultural bale handling equipment. Manufactured from heat-treated alloy steel, this bent bale spear is engineered for dependable agricultural performance and resistance to fatigue under repeated daily use.

Bent Bale Spear Design for Controlled Handling

The defining feature of the 246CXJ is its bent tine geometry, which improves approach angle and bale positioning accuracy during lifting and transport operations.

In many loader applications, straight hay spears can create visibility limitations or positioning challenges when maneuvering bales in tighter working environments. The angled design of the 246CXJ helps improve operator sight lines while allowing more controlled bale engagement and placement.

This design is especially useful for:

• Barn stacking
• Trailer loading
• Bale feeder placement
• Close-quarters maneuvering
• Secondary stabilizer positions
• Multi-spear bale frames
• Precision bale placement applications

Its bent geometry also helps reduce contact interference between the bale and the attachment frame during lifting and unloading operations.

The shorter spear profile makes the 246CXJ especially effective in stabilizer or support positions where excessive penetration depth is unnecessary.

Compact 24-Inch Length & Multi-Spear Applications

With its compact 24-inch length, the 246CXJ is commonly used in secondary or stabilizing positions within larger multi-spear hay handling systems.

Shorter bent bale spears are often preferred for:

• Side stabilizer positions
• Lower support tines
• Secondary bale engagement
• Load balancing
• Controlled bale positioning
• Reduced over-penetration

In grouped spear systems, stabilizer tines help reduce bale rotation and improve overall load control across rough terrain, uneven pasture conditions, and feeding areas.

The tapered 1-3/8-inch spear profile also promotes smoother penetration with reduced insertion resistance.

The tapered point helps:

• Improve spear entry
• Reduce drag inside dense bales
• Minimize hay disruption
• Improve bale release during unloading
• Reduce stress on attachments

This design performs especially well when handling:

• Round hay bales
• Square bales
• Straw bales
• Silage
• Alfalfa hay
• Dense feed bales
• Moisture-heavy hay

Compared to oversized hay spikes, tapered bale spears often provide cleaner penetration and smoother unloading performance during repeated feeding operations.

Sleeve Collar System & Equipment Compatibility

The 246CXJ includes the 110T sleeve collar system, helping provide stable spear support and dependable alignment during repeated lifting cycles.

Depending on equipment terminology, compatible mounting systems may also be referred to as:

• Bale spear sleeves
• Hay spear collars
• Bale spike sleeves
• Hay tine collars
• Spear receiver collars

Proper sleeve and collar fitment helps support:

• Stable spear alignment
• Reduced movement during operation
• Improved load support
• Long-term attachment durability
• Reliable lifting performance

The 246CXJ is commonly integrated into:

• Tractor loader bale spear frames
• Skid steer hay spear attachments
• Compact utility tractors
• Quick attach hay spear systems
• AG-GO bale spear carriers
• Multi-spear agricultural frames
• Custom fabricated attachments

Its adaptable design makes it suitable for ranches, dairies, livestock operations, feedlots, hay producers, and mixed agricultural environments.

Built for Daily Agricultural Use

Agricultural hay handling equipment is exposed to constant vibration, repeated lifting stress, weather exposure, and demanding field conditions throughout the year.

The 246CXJ is manufactured from heat-treated alloy steel to help provide:

• Improved fatigue resistance
• Long-term durability
• Reliable agricultural performance
• Consistent structural strength
• Resistance to repeated loading cycles

Its compact bent geometry makes it especially valuable in operations requiring controlled bale positioning and improved maneuverability without excessive spear reach.

The 246CXJ is commonly used for:

• Daily hay feeding
• Bale stacking
• Barn loading
• Trailer unloading
• Stabilizer spear applications
• Precision bale placement
• Livestock feeding operations
• General agricultural material handling

Actual working performance may vary depending on:

• Loader lift capacity
• Bale density
• Moisture content
• Attachment configuration
• Number of bale spears used
• Proper ballast setup

For oversized or unstable loads, grouped spear systems may improve load distribution and overall bale control.

Warranty

The Haystix® Multipurpose 246CXJ bent bale spear is backed by PRO-Link’s limited one (1) year warranty against product defects.

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FAQ

What is a bent bale spear used for?

A bent bale spear is designed to improve bale positioning, visibility, and handling control in applications where precise placement is important.

Does the 246CXJ include a sleeve collar?

Yes. The 246CXJ includes the 110T sleeve collar assembly.

What size is the 246CXJ hay spear?

The 246CXJ features a 1-3/8-inch tapered spear profile with a 24-inch working length.

What is the capacity rating of this bale spear?

The 246CXJ is rated at 1,800 pounds at a 30-inch load center.

Why use a shorter bale spear?

Shorter bale spears are commonly used for stabilizer positions, secondary tine applications, and situations where controlled handling is more important than deep penetration.

What equipment can this spear fit?

The 246CXJ is commonly used with tractor loaders, skid steer bale spear systems, AG-GO hay handling equipment, multi-spear agricultural frames, and custom fabricated attachments.