wr long or ??? for brush & logs?

[trktrman]

HOW did you manage to lift that log with a 7610?
How big is/was it?
It looks about 10'x20"

Through my computer screen, I can hear every bolt/loader mount on that tractor screaming for relief.

 

[Deerherd]

OP-If you are going to handle lots of logs, don't go with the flat bottom style especially in the larger size. It takes a pretty large diameter log to actually get held between the jaws, which can be real aggravating if you are trying to hold it with the grapple and cut.

It's much easier picking a single log off a pile or placing it on a trailer with the RGB style, less likelihood the log will roll.

And if you want to grab a big brush pile to post a picture on here it has a 70" jaw opening, which beats the flat bottom style hands down.

The down side is not many people make them and they are pricy but I talked to Travis at ET and he said they are coming out with one fashioned after the Bradco for smaller tractors that should prove to be very popular. Good luck in your search!

 

[lwm]

I ordered a WR Long RBGD 84 grapple a little over three weeks ago that is on the truck to be delivered this week. RBG

Was going to order the same style you are considering but after using a friends who has a tree service, went with the RBG series.

I think the EA version is nice, but a little small for your tractor. Good luck and I'll be sure to post a new thread when it arrives.

I'm starting to lean towards that one too. Looks like it might grab brush better. Anyone tried both the RGB and the OBG and care to comment?

The comment that someone made about grabbing logs being harder with the OBG style resonates with me, seems like smaller ones would be a pain.

 

[94BULLITT]

I think the OBG would be more versatile you can dig out stump with it and it will grip a log better.

I think the RBG would be better for brush.

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[lwm]

I think the OBG would be more versatile you can dig out stump with it and it will grip a log better.

I think the RBG would be better for brush.

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OBG may grip a big log better but because the tines don't mesh a smaller log will rattle around in there.

RPG is interesting, it looks like it cant roll backwards enough to act as a scoop, its more like fingers pointed straight down. The OBG might actually grab more brush if you are pushing up against a pile.

I wish there was a local dealer with a pile of brush that I could go play with

 

[Deerherd]

I've owned two flat bottomed grapples, first a CA (Construction attachments) and then a MIE (Michigan Iron & Equipment) and liked them both. The MIE was really well made. Having gone without one for six months, I will say having ANY grapple is better than none!

The dealer just called and he's dropping off the grapple tonight on his way home, so there will be pictures....

 

[lwm]

I've owned two flat bottomed grapples, first a CA (Construction attachments) and then a MIE (Michigan Iron & Equipment) and liked them both. The MIE was really well made. Having gone without one for six months, I will say having ANY grapple is better than none!

The dealer just called and he's dropping off the grapple tonight on his way home, so there will be pictures....

Really looking forward to hearing what you think, I'll hold off until you report back. My only concern with the RBG is that you can't get under stuff. Might not be an issue but I'd love to hear from someone who has one.

 

[TomSeller]

OP-If you are going to handle lots of logs, don't go with the flat bottom style especially in the larger size. It takes a pretty large diameter log to actually get held between the jaws, which can be real aggravating if you are trying to hold it with the grapple and cut.

It's much easier picking a single log off a pile or placing it on a trailer with the RGB style, less likelihood the log will roll.

And if you want to grab a big brush pile to post a picture on here it has a 70" jaw opening, which beats the flat bottom style hands down.

The down side is not many people make them and they are pricy but I talked to Travis at ET and he said they are coming out with one fashioned after the Bradco for smaller tractors that should prove to be very popular. Good luck in your search!

If the lower jaws are not very long, like the PalletForks.com rake grapple, you can't always pick up much with them. Wildkat, WR Long and others have longer lower teeth which helps grab the bottom of the load.

 

[Deerherd]

The first noticeable difference between my last tractor/grapple combination (Kioti DK35/Michigan Iron & Equipment grapple) and this one is is I can tear up lots of ground with much less effort. I really should have waited for today when it was light but I couldn't! :laughing:

This grapple digs much better than any I have owned so far but then again the edge is basically a tooth bar with replaceable teeth and I'm using a much larger tractor. Hopefully I will be able to cut some holes in a few hedge rows. I have quite a few downed trees and will post some more photos later. It's going to be a good day....

 

[TomSeller]

Through my computer screen, I can hear every bolt/loader mount on that tractor screaming for relief.

Notice how well his R4 front tires are standing up to the weight, no bulge. Anyone that asks about R1 vs R4 should look at that picture.