




Product Description
Express Steel | Heavy Duty Smooth Bucket | SKU ES-HDSB-0072 | Width 72" | Hydraulic Flow 17 To 25 GPM | For Skid Steers
DESCRIPTION
Tackle the toughest jobs with confidence using the Express Steel 72" Heavy Duty Smooth Bucket engineered for professionals who demand reliability, durability, and precision. Built with premium-grade U.S. steel and designed for high-performance skid steer loaders (70+ HP), this bucket delivers the heavy-duty muscle you need for demanding tasks like digging, backfilling, loading, and grading.
Whether you're a contractor clearing debris, a landscaper moving dirt, or a farmer hauling gravel, this smooth-edge bucket makes every load more productive. With a long-bottom design for better material handling and operator visibility, it turns even the most rugged terrain into an efficient job site. The universal quick-attach compatibility ensures it connects easily to all major skid steer brands, getting you to work faster.
Proudly made in the USA, this 72-inch smooth bucket combines smart design and solid construction to become your go-to attachment for concrete, sand, stone, and more. When the work gets heavy, trust Express Steel to carry the load.
Key Features
- Heavy-Duty Construction: Built with 1/4" thick sides, 1/2" thick bottom, and 1/4" reinforced back for long-lasting durability under intense workloads
- 72-Inch Working Width: Ideal for wide, efficient scooping and backfilling over large areas
- Universal Skid Steer Quick Attach: Compatible with Bobcat, Case, CAT, Kubota, New Holland, and more
- Optimized for 70+ HP Loaders: Designed for high-powered machines requiring 17–25 GPM hydraulic flow
- Enhanced Operator Visibility: Long-bottom design provides superior sightlines for precision operation
- Smooth Bucket Edge: Perfect for clean surface grading, snow removal, and material leveling
- American Steel Build: 100% U.S.-sourced steel construction ensures trusted performance and reliability
- Welded & Bolt-On Cutting Edge: Includes 5/8" x 8" welded edge and bolt-on edge for extended blade life
- 0.63 Cubic Yard Capacity: Capable of hauling large volumes of material with each scoop
- Ideal for Construction, Agriculture & Landscaping: Versatile across industries and job types
- Corrosion-Resistant Finish: Powder-coated for protection against the elements
- Reinforced Quick Attach Plate: Additional 1/4" reinforcement plate ensures secure and stable connections
- Commercial-Grade Quality: Built for professionals who need equipment that lasts
- Easy to Install & Operate: Quickly connects and disconnects from your loader in seconds
- Low Maintenance Design: Fewer wear points and high-strength build reduce downtime
Detailed Specifications
Specification | Details |
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Brand | Express Steel |
Model | ES-HDSB-0072 |
Bucket Type | Heavy Duty Smooth Bucket |
Width | 72 inches |
Compatibility | Skid Steer Loaders (Universal Quick Attach) |
Recommended Machine HP | 70+ Horsepower |
Hydraulic Flow Range | 17–25 GPM |
Weight | 770 lbs |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 34.75" x 72" x 20-5/16" |
Bucket Capacity | 0.63 Cubic Yards |
Side Plate Thickness | 1/4 inch |
Bottom Plate Thickness | 1/2 inch |
Back Plate Thickness | 1/4 inch + Reinforcement Plate |
Cutting Edge | 5/8" x 8" Welded + 5/8" Bolt-On Cutting Edge |
Build Material | American-Sourced Premium Steel |
Country of Manufacture | United States |
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General Warranty Info:
- Ripping It Outdoors works closely with our manufacturers to supply and support your products warranty needs as best as possible!
- The majority of products come with a manufacturer represented warranty against manufacturing defects for at least a 12 month period after the date of sale.
- Expendable components and "wear parts" including but not limited to blades, knives, teeth, oil, chain sprockets, skid shoes, knife mounting discs, and similar components are usually excluded from manufacturer warranties.
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