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.
Host Machines
Name
Photo (if available)
ASV RT75 STANDARD FLOW
ASV VT70 STANDARD FLOW
BOBCAT T62 STANDARD FLOW
BOBCAT T64 STANDARD FLOW
BOBCAT T66 STANDARD FLOW
BOBCAT T740 STANDARD FLOW
BOBCAT T770 STANDARD FLOW
BOBCAT T870 STANDARD FLOW
CATERPILLAR 257 STANDARD FLOW
CATERPILLAR 299 STANDARD FLOW
CATERPILLER 259 STANDARD FLOW
CATERPILLER 279 STANDARD FLOW
CATERPILLER 289 STANDARD FLOW
JOHN DEERE 317G STANDARD FLOW
JOHN DEERE 325G STANDARD FLOW
KUBOTA SVL75 STANDARD FLOW
MUSTANG 1650RT STANDARD FLOW
MUSTANG 1850RT STANDARD FLOW
MUSTANG 2150RT STANDARD FLOW
TAKEUCHI TL10V2 STANDARD FLOW
TAKEUCHI TL6R STANDARD FLOW
TAKEUCHI TL8R2 STANDARD FLOW
WACKER NUESON ST28 STANDARD FLOW
WACKER NUESON ST31 STANDARD FLOW
WACKER NUESON ST35 STANDARD FLOW
WACKER NUESON ST45 STANDARD FLOW
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!
Videos
Shipping
General Shipping Info:
Instantly calculate shipping quotes to the lower 48 states by 1. adding this product to your cart, 2. click continue to the checkout page and 3. enter your shipping address to check rates. Contact us for quotes for shipping to Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Internationally.
Complimentary lift gate service on all freight shipments where it’s possible. We guarantee safe delivery!
Low shipping rates for customers. We have negotiated the best possible rates for customers from our trusted carriers (ODFL, ESTES, UPS, and FedEx).
Negotiate shipping rates if you think we can do better please reach out. Keep in mind some shipping rates also include assembly & configuration as well!
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 91 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.
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.
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!!
The only thing is when hooking up the actuator on my ATV. The wire is long going to the plug in. What has happened in the past about this. Is their video showing the usage of the control?
I had a guy from a shop come cut the shafts and hook me up. It went well. I've been using the mulcher and the tractor saw on my two tractors and having fun.