HAYSTIX® S48FX Bolt Up Hay Tine – 48″ x 1.625″ – 3,000 lb. Capacity

The HAYSTIX® S48FX bolt up hay tine is a heavy-duty replacement bale spear engineered for dependable performance in demanding agricultural hay handling applications. Designed for operators who already have a compatible bolt-on bracket and mounting hardware installed, the S48FX provides a reliable replacement solution without requiring the purchase of a complete spear assembly.

Built with a durable 1.625-inch spear diameter and longer 48-inch overall length, the S48FX delivers excellent bale engagement, stable load handling, and controlled lifting performance for both round and square hay bales. Its extended spear profile improves balance and stability when transporting larger bales across rough terrain or during stacking and feeding operations.

As part of the trusted HAYSTIX® lineup, the S48FX is rated at 3,000 pounds at a 30-inch load center, reflecting real-world agricultural bale handling conditions.

Fluted Bolt-Up Hay Tine Design

The S48FX features a four-sided fluted spear profile engineered to improve penetration into dense bale material while reducing drag during insertion and removal.

Benefits of the fluted hay tine design include:

• Easier penetration into compacted hay
• Reduced resistance during spear removal
• Cleaner bale release during unloading
• Reduced bale disturbance during feeding
• Improved handling efficiency during transport

Its square fluted design also provides omni-directional mounting flexibility, helping maintain consistent structural strength regardless of spear orientation.

The longer 48-inch spear length helps improve:

• Bale stability during transport
• Controlled bale placement
• Load balance with large round bales
• Handling precision during stacking
• Stability on uneven terrain

The S48FX performs especially well when handling:

• Round hay bales
• Square hay bales
• Dry hay
• Wet hay
• Livestock feed bales
• General agricultural materials

Replacement Spear for Bolt-On Bale Handling Systems

The bolt-up design allows the S48FX to retrofit onto many existing cross-bolt spear mounts and bolt-on bale spear brackets used throughout the agricultural industry.

Manufactured from heat-treated high-strength steel, the S48FX is engineered to resist:

• Flexing under heavy loads
• Fatigue from repeated lifting cycles
• Premature wear
• Long-term agricultural vibration

The S48FX is commonly used on:

• Tractor loader bale spear frames
• Skid steer hay spear attachments
• Front-end loader hay forks
• Bale movers
• AG-GO agricultural attachments
• Custom fabricated farm equipment

Its broad compatibility and replacement flexibility make the S48FX a practical solution for operators needing dependable performance while maintaining existing hay spear mounting systems.

Key Features

• 48-inch bolt up hay tine
• 1.625-inch spear diameter
• Four-sided fluted spear design
• Bolt-up replacement bale spear
• Rated at 3,000 lb. at 30-inch load center
• Improved penetration and reduced drag
• Omni-directional mounting flexibility
• Heat-treated high-strength steel construction
• Compatible with many bolt-on spear systems
• One-year warranty against product defects

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the S48FX include mounting hardware?

No. The S48FX is sold as the replacement spear only and does not include mounting hardware or bracket assemblies.

What is the capacity of the S48FX hay tine?

The S48FX is rated at 3,000 pounds at a 30-inch load center.

What is the advantage of the fluted spear design?

The fluted profile helps improve penetration, reduce drag during removal, and minimize unnecessary bale disturbance during unloading operations.

What equipment can use the S48FX?

The S48FX is commonly used on tractors, skid steers, front-end loaders, bale movers, AG-GO agricultural attachments, and custom hay handling equipment.

Does the S48FX include a warranty?

Yes. The HAYSTIX® S48FX bolt up hay tine is backed by Pro-Link’s one-year warranty against product defects.