What load capacity does this grapple have?
The HMG-35-4 is rated at 4,000 lb. That figure is the attachment's own rating. The lift truck carrying it has a separate capacity, reduced by the weight of the attachment and the load center it creates. OSHA requires a truck's data plate to reflect any attachment fitted, so confirm the derated figure with your truck's manufacturer before use.
How wide does the grapple open?
The opening is 35 inches, and that is the largest material it can close around. Only one size is offered, so anything wider than 35 inches at the gripping point will not fit. Measure the widest part of the bundle, drum, or object you intend to handle before ordering, since there is no larger jaw option in this line.
How is the grapple operated?
It is hydraulically actuated, so the jaws open and close under hydraulic pressure rather than by hand. That means the fork truck needs a hydraulic supply available for the attachment. If your truck has no spare hydraulic function, that needs to be resolved before the grapple can be put to work.
What models are available and what does it cost?
There is one model, HMG-35-4, at $1,841.96. The series has a single configuration: a 35-inch opening with 4,000 lb capacity. No alternative jaw widths or capacities are offered here, so the decision is whether that one size suits your material, not which version to specify.
Where is it made, and what warranty applies?
It is made in the USA by Vestil Manufacturing and carries a 1-Year Limited warranty. The product data does not spell out what that warranty covers or excludes. Request the written terms from Vestil if coverage details matter to your purchase, particularly around parts, labor, and the hydraulic components.
Who is this attachment suited to, and who should look elsewhere?
It suits operations moving loose or irregular material that fits within a 35-inch opening and weighs no more than 4,000 lb, where plain forks cannot hold the load securely. It is not the right choice for wider bundles, heavier loads, or trucks with no hydraulic function available for an attachment.
