Description

HAYSTIX® S396TXJ Conus 1 Tapered Spike Hay Bale Spear – 39″ x 1.375″

The HAYSTIX® S396TXJ Conus 1 tapered spike hay bale spear is engineered for operators who need smooth bale penetration, dependable lifting performance, and improved stability when handling larger hay bales. Featuring a tapered 1.375-inch spear design and extended 39-inch length, the S396TXJ is built for efficient handling of dense round bales, square bales, silage, and other heavy feed materials in demanding agricultural environments.

Its longer tapered profile allows deeper bale engagement while reducing insertion resistance during loading and feeding operations. The spear-only configuration makes the S396TXJ ideal for replacement applications using existing compatible Conus 1 sleeve systems already installed on bale spear frames or agricultural attachments.

Rated at 1,700 pounds at a 30-inch load center, this hay bale spear is commonly used on skid steers, tractor loaders, telehandlers, and custom hay handling equipment where smooth penetration and dependable bale control are important.

Tapered Spear Design for Dense Bale Penetration

The S396TXJ features a tapered Conus 1 spear profile engineered to improve penetration into dense or tightly compacted hay. The gradual taper helps separate bale fibers more efficiently during entry, reducing insertion resistance while minimizing unnecessary disturbance to the bale.

This design performs especially well when handling:

• Wet hay bales
• Frozen feed bales
• Dense round bales
• Silage
• Straw bales
• Square hay bales
• High-compression feed material

Compared to larger diameter bale spikes, the slimmer 1.375-inch tapered design helps improve unloading efficiency by reducing drag during spear removal. This can help reduce bale sticking while improving feeding speed and overall handling efficiency during repetitive agricultural operations.

The extended 39-inch length also improves bale engagement depth, helping provide better load stability during transport, stacking, and feeding applications involving larger round bales.

Its square shank design supports omni-directional mounting flexibility, helping simplify installation across a variety of bale spear frames and agricultural attachments.

Built for Daily Agricultural Use

The S396TXJ is engineered for dependable use in demanding agricultural environments involving repeated lifting cycles, rough terrain, loader vibration, and continuous feeding operations.

Common applications include:

• Livestock feeding
• Round bale transport
• Barn stacking
• Bale trailer unloading
• Feedlot operations
• Winter feeding programs
• Hay storage handling
• General farm material movement

The spear is commonly installed on:

• Skid steer bale spear attachments
• Tractor front-end loaders
• Utility tractors
• Telehandler spear systems
• AG-GO hay handling equipment
• Quick attach bale spear frames
• Custom fabricated agricultural attachments

As part of the HAYSTIX® lineup, the S396TXJ is designed to deliver dependable agricultural durability and stable bale engagement under demanding working conditions.

Its longer tapered profile makes it especially effective for operators who need additional reach and deeper penetration without moving to a larger diameter spear.

Key Features

• 39-inch Conus 1 tapered bale spear
• 1.375-inch spear diameter
• Rated at 1,700 lb. at 30-inch load center
• Tapered profile for improved bale penetration
• Longer spear design for improved bale stability
• Helps reduce drag during spear removal
• Spear-only configuration without sleeve or collar
• Compatible with tractors, skid steers, and telehandlers
• Designed for agricultural bale handling applications
• One-year warranty against product defects

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the S396TXJ include a sleeve or collar?

No. The S396TXJ is sold as a spear-only configuration and does not include a sleeve or collar assembly.

What is the advantage of a tapered bale spear?

A tapered bale spear helps improve penetration into dense, wet, frozen, or tightly compacted hay while reducing resistance during insertion and removal.

What equipment can the S396TXJ be used with?

The S396TXJ is commonly used with skid steers, tractors, telehandlers, AG-GO equipment, bale spear frames, and custom agricultural attachments.

What types of bales can the S396TXJ handle?

The S396TXJ is designed for handling round bales, square bales, silage, straw, wet hay, and dense feed materials.

Does the S396TXJ include a warranty?

Yes. The HAYSTIX® S396TXJ tapered spike hay bale spear is backed by Pro-Link’s one-year warranty against product defects.