Pallet forks for your tractor

[PEJ5]

I am needing a set to use intermittently at this point. I dont want to buy the cheapest unit I can on E-bay but not sure I need to spend several hundred either.

What have you guys had luck with?

I need to move a large compressor and a very heavy toolbox at this point from one shipping container to another thru the sand. Im thinking that when I start building my home Im gonna find more uses for them such as moving building material around.

Maybe I do need to stay clear of the bolt on forks ( bucket forks ) and go with the quick attach deal for the tractor?

Small Kubota L2501

Buying the larger forks is gonna mean having to store them inside though and I am limited on storage space so I need to weigh my options.

If you have had luck with a certain unit please provide a link or description. Thanks

The HLA HD1248s would be ideal. Your L2501 gives a loader range of 1200 to 1500 lbs. The forks may weigh a bit more than the bucket you'll remove, but not enough to lose capacity. Go for 48" forks. They are easier to see.

I commented on HLA forks but did not answer any of your questions. Quick attach is the only way to go because bolt on forks will be so far out beyond your pins that you lose significant lift capacity you cannot afford to give up on an L2501. Also, I understand they are way harder to see - buckets are not clear.
I am not sure why you need to store them inside(theft maybe?), but that's okay as they take up no room - how so you ask?? Once you own forks, everything is stored on pallets. You will now likely always have a heavy item or two on pallets in your garage. Just slide the forks in a pallet and disconnect. No extra space taken. If that pallet is on wheels then all the better to roll around.
Building materials - you bet. Here are two 1000lb pallets of cellulose insulation with the forks stored in one. The delivery guys were happy to not have to unload it by hand and so was I.
Go for it. You'll double the usefulness and value of your tractor and save your back.

 

[Xfaxman]

Here are some storage ideas:

 

[Doloe]

I bought some clamp on forks from Titan for my TC30. I've been very satisfied with them.
I don't think think the quick hitch option is very good for light tractors.

 

[sodamo]

I bought some clamp on forks from Titan for my TC30. I've been very satisfied with them.
I don't think think the quick hitch option is very good for light tractors.

Can’t imagine why you’d say that if you had it. My Kioti CK30 had quick attach and now I wouldn’t have a tractor without.

 

[MercRec]

Going from knocking pins to a quick attach setup for me the biggest downside is the cost. New/next tractor will def have it.

 

[Jstpssng]

I don't know what the OP finally decided but I'm another who will advise against the bolt on units, especially for a smaller tractor. Aside from the fact they are a royal PITA they also will bring your load out farther from the pins. I have a set of el cheapo Titans which need a new backing plate; and am looking to upgrade to a better quality SSQA set.

 

[Peter 315]

I don't know what the OP finally decided but I'm another who will advise against the bolt on units, especially for a smaller tractor. Aside from the fact they are a royal PITA they also will bring your load out farther from the pins. I have a set of el cheapo Titans which need a new backing plate; and am looking to upgrade to a better quality SSQA set.

I have a set of blue diamond qa forks, Well made.......

 

[Slowpoke Slim]

I don't know what the OP finally decided but I'm another who will advise against the bolt on units, especially for a smaller tractor. Aside from the fact they are a royal PITA they also will bring your load out farther from the pins. I have a set of el cheapo Titans which need a new backing plate; and am looking to upgrade to a better quality SSQA set.

I have the Artillian set, 3000 lb rated frame and 48" forks. Very well made. Used them this evening to unload Mrs. Slim's new oven out of the back of my truck and set it down on the front porch. Very handy to have a set.

 

[fried1765]

I am needing a set to use intermittently at this point. I dont want to buy the cheapest unit I can on E-bay but not sure I need to spend several hundred either.

What have you guys had luck with?

I need to move a large compressor and a very heavy toolbox at this point from one shipping container to another thru the sand. Im thinking that when I start building my home Im gonna find more uses for them such as moving building material around.

Maybe I do need to stay clear of the bolt on forks ( bucket forks ) and go with the quick attach deal for the tractor?

Small Kubota L2501

Buying the larger forks is gonna mean having to store them inside though and I am limited on storage space so I need to weigh my options.

If you have had luck with a certain unit please provide a link or description. Thanks

Take a look at the Everything Attachments forks.
You will NOT like the price, but you will LOVE the quality!
Forks are a lifetime purchase/investment.
You will come to find out that forks are much more useful than a bucket.

For MUCH less expensive, but seemingly good forks, try Titan Attachments.
Titan currently is having a sale on almost everything.

 

[KennK]

I used to have a set of Titan forks which were junk but not that bad for a small tractor.

Huh. I've had Titan pallet forks on my JD 3320 tractor for several years, and they've done real well for me. Then again, I just use them here around the house and horse barn. I don't run a warehouse.

Last fall I also purchased a hay spear frame & spears from Titan to handle large square bales (800+ lbs) and am equally happy with the frame/spears and their service - especially with the help they provided over the phone to make sure that I got the spears that I needed.

I'd buy again from them without hesitation.