E448-48 Euro / Global 2 Bale Hay Frame – Loader Attachment

Description

The E448-48 Euro / Global 2 Bale Hay Frame is an AG-GO loader attachment designed for producers who need to move two round bales in one trip. Its reinforced frame, integrated load backrest and four-point spear layout provide the support and control needed for feeding, staging and transporting hay around livestock operations. It connects to a properly matched Euro or Global loader carrier.

Moving two bales at once can reduce trips between a hay storage area and the feeding location, saving operating time during winter feeding or other high-volume work. The combined bale weight, load center and attachment weight must remain within the loader manufacturer’s limits.

Buyers comparing mounting styles and bale-handling layouts can view the full selection of AG-GO hay spear attachments.

Reinforced Two Bale Frame with Four Conus II Spears

The E448-48 uses a reinforced steel frame with an integrated backrest. The backrest provides support behind the load and helps limit rearward bale movement when the attachment is tilted and operated correctly. Bale placement should remain balanced so the loader is not carrying substantially more weight on one side.

The standard spear configuration uses four SM49TXJ Conus II bale spears. Each tapered spear has a 49 inch length and 1.75 inch diameter with a published rating of 3,500 lb at a 30 inch load center and a 3:1 safety factor. The four-spear arrangement spreads engagement across the two bales, helping control rotation and keeping the load stable during pickup, travel and placement.

Each tapered mounting end seats in a matching Conus II sleeve, while the Doublenut® system tightens and locks the spear into position. The individual spear rating must not be multiplied to determine the attachment or loader capacity. Safe working capacity is controlled by the lowest-rated component in the complete system.

A frame-only option is also shown on the product listing. Before ordering, confirm whether the selected configuration includes the four spears or supplies only the E448-48 frame. Operators wanting more information about mounting choices and frame layouts can read the AG-GO hay frame guide.

Euro / Global Loader Fit and Daily Bale Handling

The E448-48 is intended for loaders with a compatible Euro or Global quick-attach carrier. “Euro / Global” identifies the mounting family, but it does not guarantee that every tractor loader will fit. Confirm the carrier dimensions, hook and locking-pin locations, available clearance and the loader manufacturer’s attachment requirements before purchase.

Also verify the loader’s rated lift capacity, attachment weight allowance, tire limits, ballast requirements and operating stability. Two bales can place considerable weight farther forward than a single bale, especially when the hay is wet or densely packed. Use the combined actual bale weight rather than estimating capacity from bale size alone.

Common jobs include:

• Carrying two round bales from storage
• Staging hay for feeding or distribution
• Supplying livestock along longer feeding routes
• Relocating bales around barns, lots and farmyards

Insert all four spears fully into the bales and keep the load centered. Travel with the bales low, use a controlled speed and avoid sudden turns, side slopes and shock loading. Never allow people beneath or directly in front of a raised load. Inspect the spears, nuts, sleeves, frame welds, backrest and carrier locks before operation.

The E448-48 is manufactured in the USA at PRO-Link’s AG-GO production facility under the direction of its engineering team. It is covered by a one-year limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects.

Questions & Answers

Does every E448-48 configuration include four bale spears?

No. The product listing includes a frame-only option. Confirm the selected configuration before ordering if the four SM49TXJ spears are required.

Does the E448-48 fit every Euro or Global loader?

No. Confirm the carrier dimensions, locking system, loader capacity and manufacturer requirements. A shared mounting name does not guarantee exact fit on every machine.

Is the frame rated for 14,000 pounds because it uses four 3,500 lb spears?

No. Individual spear ratings cannot be added together to establish attachment capacity. The loader, carrier, frame, sleeves, hardware and bale position must all be considered, and the lowest-rated component controls safe use.