The WORKSAVER INC. Bale Hugger Models 832965 & 832995/832379 are the ultimate solution for handling round bales efficiently and safely. Designed for skid steer loaders, these attachments allow you to move bales ranging from 4 feet to 6 feet in diameter, with a maximum capacity of 2,200 lbs.
Whether you're working in agriculture, construction, or land management, these bale hugger models provide superior strength and performance. Model 832965 is a fixed-arm version, while Models 832995/832379 offer the added functionality of rotation, allowing you to move bales with ease in confined spaces or when adjusting bale position is required.
Both models are equipped with hydraulic cylinders for smooth operation, with hoses and fittings sold separately. Their durable construction ensures long-lasting reliability, even under harsh conditions, and their universal skid steer mount makes them compatible with most skid steer machines.
Increase productivity and reduce manual labor with the WORKSAVER Bale Hugger models, providing fast, efficient, and safe bale handling for any task, whether you're handling wrapped or unwrapped bales.
Key Features
2,200 lbs Capacity: Both models can easily handle round bales up to 2,200 lbs, providing maximum lifting power.
Hydraulic Operation: Both models feature a hydraulic cylinder for efficient bale clamping (hoses and fittings sold separately).
Versatile Bale Handling: Ideal for 4-ft to 6-ft round bales, with the 832995/832379 model rotating 110° for better control in tight spaces.
Universal Skid Steer Mount: Designed to be compatible with most skid steer loaders for fast attachment and removal.
Heavy-Duty Construction: Built to last with durable steel and tough components that can withstand harsh environments.
Improved Efficiency: Speeds up bale handling and stacking while reducing manual labor and downtime.
Two Models for Different Needs: 832965 is a fixed-arm model, while 832995/832379 rotates for greater flexibility in bale movement.
Ideal for Agriculture & Construction: Perfect for farm operations, land management, and other agricultural or construction tasks.
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Detailed Specifications
Attribute
Model 832965
Model 832995/832379
Brand
WORKSAVER INC.
WORKSAVER INC.
Model
Bale Hugger 832965
Bale Hugger 832995/832379
Capacity
2,200 lbs
2,200 lbs
Bale Size
4 ft to 6 ft Round Bales
4 ft to 6 ft Round Bales
Hydraulic Flow Requirement
8-12 GPM
8-12 GPM
Included Components
Hydraulic Cylinder (hoses & fittings sold separately)
Hydraulic Cylinder (hoses & fittings sold separately)
Rotation
Fixed Arms
110° Rotation
Mounting
Universal Skid Steer Mount
Universal Skid Steer Mount
Arm Range
48"-96" (opens to clamp bale)
48"-96" (opens to clamp bale)
Construction
Heavy-Duty Steel
Heavy-Duty Steel
Operating Environment
Agricultural, Construction, and more
Agricultural, Construction, and more
Weight
350 lbs (approx.)
375 lbs (approx.)
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.
Please reach out to us for any specific warranty information neededabout products and parts you can’t find!
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 106 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.
The week before leaving for my mule deer hunt in Wyoming, I seeded the area surrounding the new runway at Wertheimer Airport in Norman.
This past Tuesday, I returned to finish the job and was pleased to see that the seed I planted just two weeks earlier was already germinating and coming up nicely.
These pictures show the freshly seeded areas alongside those planted two weeks ago. It’s a great comparison and a good example of what proper seedbed preparation and planting can accomplish.
I used my Ferminator G-3, which is one impressive piece of equipment. It prepares the seedbed, plants the seed, smooths the soil, and firms everything up for good seed-to-soil contact—all in one efficient operation.
I’ve owned and operated several no-till drills over the years, but I can say without hesitation that the Ferminator is the most efficient and versatile seeding machine I’ve ever owned.
There’s something pretty satisfying about returning to a job and seeing those first green shoots coming through the ground. That’s when you know your hard work is paying off!
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.
seeds come out way to fast at lowest setting when planting alfalfa literally the only reason I bought it now I can't even use it and I can't return it so I'm stuck with it for the price you pay you would think it would work!
It’s built solid. It handles Field grass hip high pretty well. With the maintaining the field grass after the first cut, the pasture field is starting to look like a lawn. The 84 inch with the best thing to get for 8 acres. It’s best to order belts for back up in the event if the belts were to break. But overall, I like the product quality is good.
When I think of ripping it outdoors something else comes to mind, but I digress. This spreader is awesome. Works like a champ. The hopper is big enough to do my 1 acre lot for my applications. Just load once and go. I would highly recommend this spreader. It saves a ton of time and is a quality product.
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!