HLA Attachments - 5500 lbs Power Tine Pallet Fork 42" - Material Handling Fork Attachment [LA-HDN5542BO500]

HLA Attachments HDN5542BO500 5,500 lb Power Tine Pallet Fork is a hydraulic material-handling attachment featuring 42-inch sliding tines and a BO500 universal skid-steer-style quick-attach loader mount. Its hydraulically powered tines move inward and outward equally, allowing the operator to adjust tine spacing using the loader’s auxiliary hydraulic system. In addition to pallet handling, the controlled tine movement makes this attachment suitable for clamping applications such as handling nursery root balls. With a stated rated capacity of 5,500 lb and an approximate attachment weight of 680 lb, it is built for demanding loader material-handling tasks.

Hydraulic Power-Tine Adjustment

The HDN5542BO500 uses hydraulic sliding tines rather than manually repositioned tines. Both tines move inward and outward equally under hydraulic power, helping maintain balanced spacing as the opening is adjusted. This allows tine placement to be changed from the loader when working with pallets, loads of different widths, or materials that need to be carefully clamped.

Loader auxiliary hydraulics are required to operate the tine-adjustment function. Hydraulic flow and pressure requirements have not been specified, so the loader’s hydraulic compatibility should be confirmed before installation.

Material Handling and Clamping Applications

Along with conventional pallet-fork work, the powered tine movement supports applications where the attachment must close around a load. One verified use is handling nursery root balls. The ability to bring both tines inward equally provides a practical option for operators who regularly move loads with varying dimensions and want hydraulic adjustment at the attachment.

The attachment has 42-inch tines and a manufacturer-stated capacity of 5,500 lb. Its BO500 mount is designed for loaders equipped with a universal skid-steer-style quick-attach carrier.

Key Features

• 5,500 lb stated rated capacity
• 42-inch tines
• Hydraulic sliding tine adjustment
• Both tines move inward and outward equally under hydraulic power
• Suitable for pallet handling and clamping applications
• Can be used for handling nursery root balls
• BO500 universal skid-steer-style quick-attach loader mount
• Approximately 680 lb attachment weight
• Optional hydraulic hose and hose-support kits available

Compatibility

The HDN5542BO500 is configured with the BO500 universal skid-steer-style loader mount. It is compatible with loaders equipped with a matching universal skid-steer-style quick-attach carrier. The BO500 suffix identifies the mounting configuration, while HDN5542 is the base attachment part number.

Carrier fitment, hydraulic connections, and the loader’s capacity for safely handling the attachment and intended load should be confirmed before use.

Loader Requirements

• Universal skid-steer-style quick-attach carrier compatible with the BO500 mount
• Loader auxiliary hydraulics for powered tine adjustment

The manufacturer’s required hydraulic flow and pressure values were not specified. Confirm that the host loader and its hydraulic connections are suitable for the attachment before installation.

Optional Hydraulic Accessories

An HK90 90-inch hydraulic hose kit with flat-faced couplers is available as an option. An SHMK spring hose mount kit is also available to support hydraulic hose routing. These are optional accessories and are not identified as standard equipment.

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