HAYSTIX® SM55TXJ Long-Reach Bale Spear – 55″ x 1.75″

The HAYSTIX® SM55TXJ long-reach bale spear is designed for operators handling oversized round bales and dense feed material where deeper penetration and improved load stability are essential. Built with a heavy-duty 1.75-inch Conus II tapered profile and an extended 55-inch length, the SM55TXJ delivers dependable bale engagement for demanding agricultural feeding, stacking, and transport applications.

Its longer spear design allows deeper penetration into large hay bales, helping reduce bale shifting during transport across rough terrain or uneven feeding areas. The tapered profile also helps improve penetration into tightly compacted hay while reducing resistance during insertion and removal.

The SM55TXJ is a spear-only configuration and does not include a sleeve or collar assembly, making it ideal for replacement applications or custom fabricated bale spear frames already using compatible sleeves.

Rated at 3,500 pounds at a 30-inch load center, the SM55TXJ is commonly used on tractor loaders, skid steers, telehandlers, AG-GO hay handling equipment, and custom agricultural attachments.

Deep Penetration & Heavy-Duty Bale Stability

The SM55TXJ utilizes a Conus II square-tapered spear profile engineered for smooth penetration and dependable load support in high-capacity bale handling applications.

Its tapered geometry helps:

• Improve penetration into dense hay
• Reduce insertion resistance
• Improve spear removal during unloading
• Reduce stress on the loader and attachment
• Maintain stable bale engagement during transport

The extended 55-inch length provides deeper bale penetration, helping improve:

• Bale stability during transport
• Load balance on uneven terrain
• Stacking control
• Reduced bale movement
• Consistent feeding performance

This design performs especially well when handling:

• Oversized round hay bales
• Dense alfalfa bales
• Wet hay
• Frozen feed bales
• Silage
• Straw bales
• High-moisture feed material

Compared to shorter bale spikes, the longer spear profile helps provide more secure engagement when transporting large bales over rough pastures, feedlots, and agricultural work areas.

The square tapered shank also supports omni-directional mounting flexibility across grouped spear systems and custom bale handling attachments.

Built for Agricultural Hay Handling Applications

The SM55TXJ is part of the HAYSTIX® heavy-duty bale spear lineup, designed for operators requiring dependable durability and stable long-term performance under repeated agricultural use.

This bale spear utilizes PRO-Link’s Doublenut® locking system, engineered to help maintain secure retention during continuous loader vibration and repeated lifting cycles.

The SM55TXJ is commonly used with:

• Tractor front-end loaders
• Skid steer bale spear frames
• Telehandlers
• Quick attach hay spear systems
• AG-GO bale spear carriers
• Multi-spear bale handling frames
• Custom fabricated agricultural equipment

Manufactured from heat-treated steel, the SM55TXJ is engineered for demanding farm and ranch environments involving livestock feeding, hay transport, barn stacking, trailer unloading, and commercial hay operations.

Customers requiring a complete spear-and-sleeve assembly should reference compatible HAYSTIX® bale spear packages that include the proper sleeve collar system.

Key Features

• 55-inch long-reach bale spear
• 1.75-inch Conus II tapered profile
• Rated at 3,500 lb. at 30-inch load center
• Spear-only configuration without sleeve or collar
• Tapered design for smoother penetration and removal
• Extended length for improved bale stability
• Doublenut® locking system compatibility
• Compatible with tractors, skid steers, and telehandlers
• Designed for heavy-duty agricultural applications
• One-year warranty against product defects

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the SM55TXJ include a sleeve or collar?

No. The SM55TXJ is sold as a spear-only configuration and does not include a sleeve or collar assembly.

What is the advantage of a 55-inch bale spear?

A longer bale spear provides deeper penetration into large round bales, helping improve stability and reduce bale movement during transport.

What is the capacity of the SM55TXJ?

The SM55TXJ is rated at 3,500 pounds at a 30-inch load center.

What equipment can the SM55TXJ be used with?

The SM55TXJ is commonly used with tractors, skid steers, telehandlers, AG-GO hay handling equipment, and custom agricultural attachments using compatible sleeves or collars.

Does the SM55TXJ include a warranty?

Yes. The HAYSTIX® SM55TXJ long-reach bale spear is backed by Pro-Link’s one-year warranty against product defects.