HAYSTIX® 49BX Bracketed Hay Spike – 49″ x 1.75″ – 3,500 lb. Capacity

The HAYSTIX® 49BX bracketed hay spike is a heavy-duty bolt-on bale spear assembly engineered for handling large round bales, square bales, and dense feed material in demanding agricultural environments. Designed for strength, stability, and dependable long-term performance, the 49BX combines a rigid bracketed mounting system with a high-capacity tapered spear to deliver reliable bale handling during lifting, stacking, transport, and feeding operations.

Built for tractors, skid steers, telehandlers, bale movers, and custom hay handling equipment, the 49BX provides a secure bolt-on spear solution that helps minimize flex while maintaining proper alignment under heavy loads.

Rated at 3,500 pounds at a 30-inch load center, the 49BX is designed for demanding farm, ranch, feedlot, and commercial hay handling applications involving repeated lifting cycles and rough operating conditions.

Heavy-Duty Bracketed Bale Spear Assembly

The 49BX features a 49-inch tapered hay spike with a 1.75-inch heavy-duty spear diameter paired with the rugged 175BU mounting bracket.

The complete assembly includes:

• 49-inch tapered hay spike
• 175BU heavy-duty bracket
• Two 58X3U U-bolts
• Mounting hardware for 3-inch x 3-inch tubing

Unlike traditional sleeve-mounted hay spears, the bracketed mounting configuration creates a rigid support structure designed to reduce movement during operation. This helps maintain spear alignment while improving long-term durability across repeated bale handling cycles.

The tapered spear profile also helps:

• Improve bale penetration
• Reduce drag during insertion and removal
• Minimize unnecessary bale disturbance
• Improve feeding efficiency
• Maintain stable load engagement during transport

This design performs especially well when handling:

• Large round hay bales
• Dense square bales
• Wet hay
• Silage
• Straw bales
• High-compression feed material

The longer 49-inch spear length helps improve bale engagement depth and load stability during transport across rough terrain or uneven feeding areas.

Built for Agricultural Hay Handling Equipment

The 49BX is designed for straightforward bolt-on installation using the included U-bolt hardware, making it adaptable to many common hay handling frame designs and agricultural attachments.

Common applications include:

• Tractor loader bale spear attachments
• Skid steer hay spear frames
• Telehandler bale handlers
• Bale movers
• Quick attach hay attachments
• AG-GO hay handling equipment
• Custom fabricated agricultural frames

The included U-bolt system fits standard 3-inch by 3-inch tubing, helping simplify installation while maintaining secure bracket retention under load.

Manufactured from heat-treated high-strength steel, both the spear and bracket assembly are engineered for demanding agricultural conditions involving:

• Continuous loader vibration
• Repeated heavy lifting
• Rough terrain operation
• Livestock feeding
• Daily bale transport
• Commercial agricultural use

The rigid bracket assembly helps reduce unnecessary stress on the attachment frame while supporting stable bale handling performance throughout long-term operation.

Additional bracketed spear sizes are also available for operators requiring shorter spear configurations for specialized applications.

Key Features

• 49-inch bracketed hay spike
• 1.75-inch heavy-duty spear diameter
• Rated at 3,500 lb. at 30-inch load center
• Includes 175BU heavy-duty bracket
• Includes two 58X3U U-bolts
• Fits standard 3-inch x 3-inch tubing
• Bolt-on bracketed mounting system
• Tapered spear for smoother bale penetration
• Heat-treated steel construction
• One-year warranty against product defects

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of the 49BX hay spike?

The 49BX is rated at 3,500 pounds at a 30-inch load center.

What tubing size does the 49BX bracket fit?

The included bracket and U-bolt assembly are designed for standard 3-inch by 3-inch tubing.

What equipment can use the 49BX?

The 49BX is commonly used on tractors, skid steers, telehandlers, bale movers, AG-GO hay handling equipment, and custom agricultural attachments.

What are the advantages of a bracketed hay spear?

Bracketed hay spears provide rigid mounting support, improved alignment under load, reduced movement, and simplified bolt-on installation.

Does the 49BX include a warranty?

Yes. The HAYSTIX® 49BX bracketed hay spike is backed by Pro-Link’s one-year warranty against product defects.