Maxilator | Bale Spear Combo Fork | Model MHS-FEL1-JD5 Series | Spear Length 48" | 3,500 lbs Capacity | Single & Double | Horsepower 35 To 120 HP | For Tractors
DESCRIPTION
Maximize your hay handling efficiency with the rugged performance of the Maxilator FEL1-JD5 Bale Spear Combo Fork now available in both Single and Double Spear configurations. Designed for John Deere 400/500 Series Quick Attach tractors, this American-made bale spear is purpose-built for strength, reliability, and versatility in agricultural operations.
Whether you're transporting a single round bale or stacking two with precision, the Maxilator delivers with its heavy-duty frame, 3,500 lb capacity, and options for 39” or 48” spear lengths. Its thermoplastic coating protects against rust and wear, while the included hardware makes installation quick and simple. Ideal for hay farms, livestock feeders, and rural landowners, this attachment helps you move more bales with less effort season after season.
Key Features
Compatible with John Deere 400/500 Series Quick Attach systems for seamless integration with front-end tractor loaders.
Engineered for tractors with horsepower 35 To 120 Hp, making it ideal for a wide range of compact to mid-size agricultural tractors.
Available in single or double spear configurations, offering flexibility for handling one or two hay bales at a time.
Spear length options of 39" or 48" provide versatility for lifting both round and square bales securely.
Built with high-strength, thermoplastic-coated steel, ensuring durability, corrosion resistance, and long-term field performance.
Features a 3,500 lb load capacity, allowing safe transport of heavy, dense hay bales across rough or muddy terrain.
Designed for hay handling, livestock feeding, and bale stacking, increasing operational efficiency on farms and ranches.
Tapered spear tips reduce bale damage during entry and exit, preserving bale integrity and minimizing hay loss.
Compact frame design enables better maneuverability in tight spaces such as barns, feedlots, and storage areas.
Made in the USA, ensuring premium build quality, consistent performance, and readily available replacement parts.
Fully assembled with all required mounting hardware included, enabling quick, tool-free attachment and removal.
Tested and balanced for stable load control, helping reduce wear on tractor arms and loader hydraulics.
Provides year-round utility for handling hay during harvest, winter feeding, and storage preparation.
Compatible with additional Maxilator spear kits for future upgrades or spear replacements.
Ideal for commercial hay producers, livestock operations, and small-acreage farmers needing a reliable bale-moving solution.
Detailed Specifications
Specification
MHS-FEL1-JD5/14727/MHS-STS/MHS-STS (Single Spear)
Brand
Maxilator
Model
FEL1-JD5
Configuration
Single Spear
Part Number
MHS-FEL1-JD5/14727/MHS-STS/MHS-STS
Mount Type
John Deere 400/500 Series Quick Attach
Machine Compatibility
Tractors with 35 To 120 HP
Intended Use
Single bale transport, feeding, tight area work
Load Capacity
3,500 lbs
Spear Length Options
39" Or 48"
Frame Material
Heavy-duty thermoplastic-coated steel
Finish Type
Thermoplastic coating (chip/rust resistant)
Attachment Weight
Approx. 200 To 220 lbs
Mounting Hardware Included
Yes
Tapered Spear Tips
Yes (minimizes bale damage)
Country of Manufacture
USA
Application
Single bale movement and feeding
Environment
Farms, paddocks, barns
Upgrade/Replacement Ready
Yes (Modular spear system)
Specification
MHS-FEL1-JD5/14727/14727 (Double Spear)
Brand
Maxilator
Model
FEL1-JD5
Configuration
Double Spear
Part Number
MHS-FEL1-JD5/14727/14727
Mount Type
John Deere 400/500 Series Quick Attach
Machine Compatibility
Tractors with 35 To 120 HP
Intended Use
Dual bale handling, stacking, transport
Load Capacity
3,500 lbs
Spear Length Options
39" Or 48"
Frame Material
Heavy-duty thermoplastic-coated steel
Finish Type
Thermoplastic coating (chip/rust resistant)
Attachment Weight
Approx. 225 To 250 lbs
Mounting Hardware Included
Yes
Tapered Spear Tips
Yes (minimizes bale damage)
Country of Manufacture
USA
Application
Hay bale stacking and transport
Environment
Farms, feedlots, hay fields
Upgrade/Replacement Ready
Yes (Modular spear system)
Manuals & Documents
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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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 99 reviews.
I've started using the mulcher I on several parcels of land 10 acres . I have grind down a couple of 14 inch stumps. Caution the mount bracket behind the mulcher motor exhaust gets extremely hot even with gloves on . But the unit so far seems to works very good it's well put together.
The Firminator G3 is s heavy duty quality machine. The discs worked extremely well and planting and culti-packing is very smooth and easy. Working with Dillon at Ripping It Outdoors was a very good experience and seamless transaction.
Just got my Buffalo Turbine! Love it. Took a little bit to get used to getting the right angle for the nozzle, but not a problem. Side note, works much better if the frame is level as much as possible.
Love it!
Gary Haddock
Seems to be in order delivery wasn't able to use lift gate but tractor was able to take pallet off the truck bed. No damage to machine after visual check. won't know how it runs until rain stops.
Staff at RippingitOutdoors was very quick to call and double check the type of backet needed for the unit to ensure the online order matched( to fit my skid steer quick attachment on my l2501 Kubota). Explained the teeth & belt could be ordered through them directly over the phone when/if needed as well as selling other types of custom made brackets for Utv's ect. All around Great customer service and would purchase from again.
After spending way to much money for forest mulching services I discovered this wonderful machine. It's not a giant powerhouse forest mulcher, but it does everything a property owner needs to maintain a forested property. I wish I would have found it sooner.
The Firminator is well built and functions well. I am having some trouble while planting mixed size seeds. Next time out I’ll try setting it so only the smaller seeds drop out the open it up for the larger seeds.
easy buying process and great communication. Mulcher works great, easily clears overgrown brush and even mulched a 5" thick mulberry tree fairly easily. running it off of my old 331 bobcat with no problem powering the drum at all. Only small issue which isn't a big deal is that the supplied hoses are about 16" too short to operate a full range of motion.
Over all built well. I like it is all cast iron and metal and not plastic. Had to modify fertilizer disc mount to fit correctly, nothing major, a little grinding. I modified the center link hitch point to accommodate my John Deere quick hitch. Have yet to plant with it but I’m sure it will work perfect. Love the grease fittings everywhere. Reminds me of the old farm equipment I grew up on, and still use periodically.
My firminator RT was delivered in good condition in ND. I will be using it next week. I have a 45 HP John Deere tractor that is supposed to lift 2000 lb but really struggles to lift this 6 foot firminator RT. I will just have to use in as a two pass operation for now.
I do wish there was a better operating manual for this unit. Maybe that is something you can work on.
I will give you an update once I start using it in a few days.
Great piece of equipment. Performs far better than I expected. One piece of advice - if property is significantly overgrown, consider the tractor attachment first to bring down the over growth and then switch to the UTV attachment to maintain property. No complaints worked perfectly.
Put this on Kubota 900 with winch hookup. This thing is a beast (within reason). I named it ‘Homie”, cause Homie don’t play. It will take care of stuff up to about 2” in diameter. You still have to remember that this is NOT like the ones on a bobcat or larger machinery. It does have its limits. But all in all I am very satisfied with it. Now on to the good part! The staff at Ripping It are outstanding! Especially Kayla in the office. She has gone above and beyond on making sure everything went right, from ordering to questions about installation. This young lady would be of great value at ANY company ! Her knowledge and personality are like over the top. This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors and I can only say positive things about them. With all that being said, I do fill out reviews on things I buy, AND I give a honest review. If it’s bad then you will know it. But if it’s good, well I tell the truth ! Again Kayla, from the bottom of my heart, a great big THANK YOU for all your help and just talking to you. I feel like we’ve know each other for years!
TENT is easy to put up , material is tuff as told....only complaint is that i wish the bottom had about 3 to 4 inches overlap towards the inside so i could install a 2 x4 or something to help hold the tent down in high winds we have here in virginia thanks
Hi, my name is Ken. I’ve had a great experience with Ripping It Outdoors. I purchased a Forax Hp40 Mulcher for my mini excavator. Kayla Patterson is who I dealt with from the beginning until I received it at my house. She has been wonderful to work with and looking forward to working with her with any other orders I purchase. Kayla answered any questions I had and kept me updated throughout the whole process, can’t say it enough just a wonderful person to work with!!
These are great feeders if you don’t have any feral hogs but if the hogs tear off the wiring harness from the timer to the feeder motor, you’re disabled. Then, if you ask for help from Outback, they refer you to the dealer but really you’re on your own for parts and repairs.
I have three Outback feeders that work as designed. They’re 13 years old and have always served well but this feeder misses the mark by a very high margin. I’d NEVER buy this product again.
Feeders need to be dependable and this unit is not.
This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors. Fortunately I got Dillion as a representative and everything from sales to shipping was spot on..
Thanks Dillion for your help!!