About this product
Overview
The Bradco SharkBite is a grapple for pallet forks that installs onto any ISO-standard class II ITA fork rail, turning a regular set of forks into a grapple. It weighs 175 lbs, has a 14" minimum load diameter and stands 63.5" tall. Because it mounts to the rail rather than the machine, it is not tied to one manufacturer's forks — if your forks use the ITA standard, it fits.
Key Features of the Bradco Grapple For Pallet Forks
- Installs onto any ISO-standard class II ITA fork rail — a genuinely cross-brand fitment, not Bradco-only.
- Turns a regular set of pallet forks into an ultra-versatile grapple without replacing the forks.
- 175 lbs, which is added to the fork weight when calculating what the loader carries.
- 14" minimum load diameter — the smallest bundle the jaw will close on properly.
- High-strength steel construction with a full powder-coat finish.
- Optional bolt-on reversible AR400 Shark Teeth for extra grip in demanding material.
- A fork mounted grapple, not a replacement attachment — the forks stay, the capability is added.
- An ITA fork rail grapple: fitment follows the rail standard, so it is a skid steer fork grapple on skid steer forks and a loader one on loader forks.
- The simplest way to convert pallet forks to grapple duty without buying a second attachment.
Why Choose These Grapple For Pallet Forks
- You keep the forks. A dedicated grapple means owning two attachments; this converts the one you have.
- The ITA rail standard is the point. Fitment follows an industry standard rather than a brand, so it works with forks you may already own.
- Minimum load diameter is a real limit. At 14 inches, small or loose material will not be held securely — that is what the jaw geometry allows, not a preference.
Bradco SharkBite Grapple Specifications
Specification Detail Fits Any ISO-standard class II ITA fork rail Weight 175 lbs / 79 kg Minimum load diameter 14 in / 35.5 cm Overall height 63.5 in / 161.3 cm Construction High-strength steel, full powder-coat finish Optional Bolt-on reversible AR400 Shark TeethThe Pallet Fork System — Three Levels
Bradco builds pallet forks as a three-level system. Each level adds capability to the one below it, and each is bought separately.
Level Product What it adds 1 Pallet forks Carries palletised and rail-mounted loads 2 SharkBite grapple Installs on the ISO class II ITA fork rail — turns the forks into a grapple 3 Reversible Shark Teeth Bolt onto the SharkBite for extra grip in demanding materialIt installs on Signature Series pallet forks or any other ITA class II rail, and Reversible Shark Teeth bolt onto the SharkBite itself. For a dedicated grapple rather than a fork conversion, the root grapple rake is a purpose-built alternative.
Which Machines Fit These Grapple For Pallet Forks?
The SharkBite is specified by the fork rail, not by the loader. It installs onto any ISO-standard class II ITA rail, so what matters is the standard your forks use. On weight: the SharkBite adds 175 lbs on top of the fork frame, and both come off the loader's rated capacity before the load does.
Requirement Specification Fits ISO-standard class II ITA fork rail Added weight 175 lbs on top of the forks Minimum load diameter 14 in Hydraulics Required — the grapple jaw is poweredIf you are unsure which level of the system you need, contact eskidsteer.com at (866) 757-8337.
SharkBite Grapple Questions, Answered
Will it fit my existing pallet forks?
If they use an ISO-standard class II ITA fork rail, yes. That is an industry standard rather than a Bradco-specific fitting, so it is not limited to Bradco forks.
What is the minimum load it will hold?
14 inches diameter. Below that the jaw cannot close securely on the material.
Do I need the Shark Teeth?
They are optional. The reversible AR400 teeth add grip in demanding material; for lighter brush and general handling the grapple works without them.
How much does it add to what my loader carries?
175 lbs on top of the fork frame. Both come off your rated lift capacity before the load.
Is a pallet fork grapple as capable as a dedicated one?
For holding brush, logs and irregular loads it does the same job. A dedicated grapple has purpose-built jaw geometry; a grapple attachment for forks trades a little of that for not needing a second attachment.
Can I still use the forks normally with it fitted?
The SharkBite installs onto the fork rail, so removing it returns the forks to normal use. It is not a permanent modification.
What is ISO class II ITA?
An industry standard for fork carriages and rails. Because the SharkBite is built to it rather than to a proprietary fitting, it works with forks from any manufacturer using that standard.
Does it need hydraulics on the machine?
Yes — the jaw is powered, so the loader needs an auxiliary circuit available. Forks alone need none, so this is a change worth checking before ordering.
How is shipping calculated?
Shipping is calculated at checkout — simply add the item to your cart, enter your delivery address, and the shipping charge will be displayed before you complete your order.
SharkBite Grapple Documentation
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