
Product Description
Star Industries Over-The-Bucket Forks | Model LBA170 & LBA180 Series | Tines 42" To 48" | Capacity 5,500–6,900 lbs | For Loader & Bucket
DESCRIPTION
Upgrade your loader’s material handling capability with Star Industries Over-The-Bucket Forks, designed to add forklift versatility to your existing bucket without replacing attachments. Built from premium-grade forged carbon steel, these heavy-duty bucket forks deliver exceptional strength, durability, and lifting performance for agriculture, construction, landscaping, and industrial applications.
The LBA170 and LBA180 Series Fork Tines provide impressive 5,500 lbs to 6,900 lbs lifting capacity per pair, making them ideal for moving pallets, logs, equipment, lumber, and other heavy materials. The universal-fit mounting system allows operators to install and remove forks quickly from the comfort of the operator seat with no tools required.
Designed for loader buckets with 36–54 inch openings, Star Industries Over-The-Bucket Forks feature rugged solid steel shafts, durable brackets, and precision-engineered tines for reliable performance in demanding environments. These forks transform your loader into a versatile forklift solution while maintaining easy operation, safety, and efficiency.
Key Features
- Heavy-Duty Forged Steel Construction Premium-grade carbon steel design provides superior strength, durability, and long service life in demanding work environments.
- Forklift Capability For Loaders Converts standard loader buckets into versatile forklift attachments for handling pallets, materials, and equipment.
- High Load Capacity Performance Supports up to 6,900 lbs capacity per pair for heavy-duty lifting applications.
- Quick Operator Installation System Allows operators to attach and remove forks without tools while staying in the operator seat.
- Universal Bucket Compatibility Designed to fit loader buckets with 36-inch to 54-inch vertical openings for flexible operation.
- Heavy-Duty Fork Tines Available in 42-inch and 48-inch tine lengths for reliable material handling performance.
- Solid Steel Fork Shaft Includes a durable 2-inch × 80-inch steel shaft engineered for secure tine mounting.
- Durable Mounting Brackets Universal-fit brackets provide stable attachment and dependable fork positioning.
- Construction Grade Design Built for agriculture, construction, landscaping, and industrial material handling tasks.
- Fast Attachment Conversion Simple bucket roll-forward and roll-back operation makes installation quick and efficient.
- Multiple Bucket Sizes Available Choose models designed for bucket openings up to 36, 42, 48, and 54 inches.
- Enhanced Loader Versatility Expands machine capability without requiring a dedicated forklift attachment.
- Reliable Heavy Material Handling Ideal for moving pallets, lumber, pipes, logs, and bulky materials safely.
- Professional Grade Performance Engineered by Star Industries for demanding commercial and equipment applications.
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | LBA170-36 | LBA170-42 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Star Industries | Star Industries |
| Model Number | LBA170-36 | LBA170-42 |
| Product Type | Over-The-Bucket Fork Tines | Over-The-Bucket Fork Tines |
| Fork Length | 42 inches | 42 inches |
| Fork Size | 1.5" × 4" × 42" | 1.5" × 4" × 42" |
| Fork Capacity (Per Pair) | 5,500 lbs | 5,500 lbs |
| Compatible Bucket Opening | Up to 36 inches | Up to 42 inches |
| Fork Back Height | 43 inches | 49 inches |
| Material Construction | Forged Premium Carbon Steel | Forged Premium Carbon Steel |
| Fork Design | Heavy-Duty One-Piece Forged Tine | Heavy-Duty One-Piece Forged Tine |
| Mounting Style | Over-The-Bucket Mount System | Over-The-Bucket Mount System |
| Bracket Requirement | Requires LBA170B Universal Brackets | Requires LBA170B Universal Brackets |
| Shaft Requirement | Requires LBA170-02 Shaft | Requires LBA170-02 Shaft |
| Installation Method | Tool-Free Operator Seat Installation | Tool-Free Operator Seat Installation |
| Operator Convenience | Install/Remove Without Leaving Seat | Install/Remove Without Leaving Seat |
| Weight Per Pair | 283 lbs | 304 lbs |
| Application | Loader Material Handling, Pallets, Lumber, Equipment | Loader Material Handling, Pallets, Lumber, Equipment |
| Specification | LBA180-36 | LBA180-42 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Star Industries | Star Industries |
| Model Number | LBA180-36 | LBA180-42 |
| Product Type | Over-The-Bucket Fork Tines | Over-The-Bucket Fork Tines |
| Fork Length | 48 inches | 48 inches |
| Fork Size | 1.75" × 4" × 48" | 1.75" × 4" × 48" |
| Fork Capacity (Per Pair) | 6,900 lbs | 6,900 lbs |
| Compatible Bucket Opening | Up to 36 inches | Up to 42 inches |
| Fork Back Height | 43 inches | 49 inches |
| Material Construction | Forged Premium Carbon Steel | Forged Premium Carbon Steel |
| Fork Design | Heavy-Duty One-Piece Forged Tine | Heavy-Duty One-Piece Forged Tine |
| Mounting Style | Over-The-Bucket Mount System | Over-The-Bucket Mount System |
| Bracket Requirement | Requires LBA170B Universal Brackets | Requires LBA170B Universal Brackets |
| Shaft Requirement | Requires LBA170-02 Shaft | Requires LBA170-02 Shaft |
| Installation Method | Tool-Free Operator Seat Installation | Tool-Free Operator Seat Installation |
| Operator Convenience | Install/Remove Without Leaving Seat | Install/Remove Without Leaving Seat |
| Weight Per Pair | 341 lbs | 365 lbs |
| Application | Heavy-Duty Loader Fork Operations | Heavy-Duty Loader Fork Operations |
| Specification | LBA180-48 | LBA180-54 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Star Industries | Star Industries |
| Model Number | LBA180-48 | LBA180-54 |
| Product Type | Over-The-Bucket Fork Tines | Over-The-Bucket Fork Tines |
| Fork Length | 48 inches | 48 inches |
| Fork Size | 1.75" × 4" × 48" | 1.75" × 4" × 48" |
| Fork Capacity (Per Pair) | 6,900 lbs | 6,900 lbs |
| Compatible Bucket Opening | Up to 48 inches | Up to 54 inches |
| Fork Back Height | 55 inches | 61 inches |
| Material Construction | Forged Premium Carbon Steel | Forged Premium Carbon Steel |
| Fork Design | Heavy-Duty One-Piece Forged Tine | Heavy-Duty One-Piece Forged Tine |
| Mounting Style | Over-The-Bucket Mount System | Over-The-Bucket Mount System |
| Bracket Requirement | Requires LBA170B Universal Brackets | Requires LBA170B Universal Brackets |
| Shaft Requirement | Requires LBA170-02 Shaft | Requires LBA170-02 Shaft |
| Installation Method | Tool-Free Operator Seat Installation | Tool-Free Operator Seat Installation |
| Operator Convenience | Install/Remove Without Leaving Seat | Install/Remove Without Leaving Seat |
| Weight Per Pair | 388 lbs | 412 lbs |
| Application | Construction, Agriculture, Industrial Material Handling | Construction, Agriculture, Industrial Material Handling |
| Specification | LBA170B Mounting Brackets | LBA170-02 Fork Shaft |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Star Industries | Star Industries |
| Model Number | LBA170B | LBA170-02 |
| Product Type | Universal-Fit Mounting Brackets | Solid Steel Fork Shaft |
| Component Use | Required for LBA170 & LBA180 Fork Series | Required for LBA170 & LBA180 Fork Series |
| Material Construction | Heavy-Duty Steel | Solid Steel |
| Bracket Quantity | Set of 3 Brackets | Single Shaft |
| Shaft Diameter | N/A | 2 inches |
| Shaft Length | N/A | 80 inches |
| Mounting Style | Weld-On Universal Bracket System | Fork Retaining Shaft System |
| Installation Method | Permanent Bracket Installation | Insert & Secure Shaft |
| Weight | 39 lbs | 74 lbs |
| Application | Loader Bucket Fork Conversion | Fork Mounting & Retention |
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