Hayspears® S48T Fluted Hay Tine – 48″ x 1.625″ – 3,000 lb. Capacity

The Hayspears® S48T fluted hay tine is a heavy-duty replacement tapered bale spear engineered for dependable hay handling performance in demanding agricultural operations. Designed for operators who already have a compatible tapered sleeve installed, the S48T provides a reliable replacement solution without requiring the purchase of a complete spear assembly.

Built with a durable 1.625-inch tapered spear profile and longer 48-inch overall length, the S48T delivers strong bale engagement, stable load handling, and controlled lifting performance for both round and square hay bales. Its extended spear length helps improve balance and stability during transport, stacking, and feeding operations, especially when handling large round bales and dense feed materials.

Rated at 3,000 pounds at a 30-inch load center, the S48T is engineered to reflect true real-world bale handling conditions commonly encountered in agricultural operations.

Compatible with 114T tapered sleeves (sold separately), the S48T serves as a practical replacement spear for tractors, skid steers, bale movers, front-end loaders, and custom agricultural hay handling equipment.

Fluted Tapered Hay Tine Design

The S48T features a dual-side fluted tapered spear profile engineered to improve penetration into dense bale material while reducing drag during insertion and removal.

Benefits of the fluted tapered design include:

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

The tapered spear profile helps reduce resistance during entry and exit from the bale while maintaining dependable strength under load.

Its bi-directional design allows flexible installation while maintaining consistent handling performance. For optimal operation, the fluted sides should be positioned parallel to the ground during installation.

The longer 48-inch spear length also helps improve:

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

The S48T performs especially well when handling:

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

Replacement Tapered Spear for Agricultural Equipment

Manufactured from heat-treated high-strength steel, the S48T is engineered to resist:

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

The S48T is commonly used on:

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

Its broad compatibility with 114T tapered sleeves makes it an ideal replacement spear for worn or damaged tapered bale spears used throughout the agricultural industry.

Key Features

• 48-inch fluted hay tine
• 1.625-inch tapered spear diameter
• Dual-side fluted spear design
• Replacement spear only — sleeve not included
• Compatible with 114T tapered sleeves
• Rated at 3,000 lb. at 30-inch load center
• Improved penetration and reduced drag
• Heat-treated high-strength steel construction
• Ideal for tractors, skid steers, and bale movers
• One-year warranty against product defects

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the S48T include the sleeve/collar?

No. The S48T is sold as the replacement spear only and does not include the sleeve/collar.

What sleeve is compatible with the S48T?

The S48T is designed for use with 114T tapered sleeves.

What is the advantage of the fluted tapered design?

The fluted tapered profile helps improve penetration into dense hay while reducing drag and bale disturbance during removal.

What is the capacity of the S48T hay tine?

The S48T is rated at 3,000 pounds at a 30-inch load center.

Does the S48T include a warranty?

Yes. The Hayspears® S48T fluted hay tine is backed by Pro-Link’s one-year warranty against product defects.