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Built by Cattlemen…
to Cattlemen’s Standards DEPENDABILITY THAT ENDURES
Triple C, Inc. has a long and strong history in livestock management equipment. When we designed the original flush-mount flatbed bale handler in 1979, applied for patent protection in 1983 and received that patent in 1986, we started a revolution in pickup-mounted bale handling equipment. Our company philosophy remains unchanged: Providing our fellow livestock operators with proven products constructed with care by skilled craftsmen. Hydra Line™ owners across North America verify that our equipment has established a benchmark for innovation and ruggedness in the hay handling industry.
Early-model Hydra Bed in continual use by owner John Hervey, Sabetha, KS since January, 1984.
Yesterday or today, Hydra Beds® are built utilizing the same rugged design proven for over 3 decades.
We continue to use our own cattle operation as a proving ground to develop unique solutions to specific problems encountered in the daily care and management of livestock. Out of this practical foundation have come many other innovations designed to practically and efficiently meet the challenges faced by North American livestock operations. Whether you are running 4,000 commercial cows in the high country, a 300-head seedstock operation on the plains or are just starting out in the cattle business, your equipment investment and effectiveness are critical to your profitability. As you study the Triple C products in this catalog, you’ll discover that we always seek the simplest solution to a problem or task. Fancy “bells and whistles” that don’t contribute to function or dependability won’t be found in Hydra Line™ equipment. For more than 3 decades, we’ve been developing, manufacturing and supporting a family of feeding, fencing and general cattle management products that simply exceed the rugged demands of farm and ranch life. We measure our success by the satisfaction of our customers.
Every Hydra Bed ® system incorporates these industry-leading features that were PIONEERED by Triple C, Inc. Heavy Duty Patented Flush-Mount Bale Handler - A Revolutionary Idea Folds completely flush into the floor, providing the unobstructed load space and hauling capability of a ranch-ready flatbed. Half-Inch Wall, 4-inch Square Main Rear Cross Tube - Key to Durability & Ruggedness Over-engineered to withstand the tough situations that occur almost daily on every livestock operation. Full Length 6-inch Channel Main Frame - Provides a Strong Foundation for the Tough Jobs Evenly distributes bale-handling and trailer-towing stresses over the entire bed length.
Unperforated Rear Cross Tube
Mechanical Free-Float Bale Unrolling - Fully Automatic While Unrolling Automatically compensates for uneven ground and bale out-of-roundness, isolating truck and operator from the impact of bale unrolling. Not affected by oil operating temperature. Twelve-Inch Total Main Hinge Length - Maximum Support for Every Bale Handling Cycle Alloy hinge pins and 1/2 inch wall greasable hinge bushings provide ruggedness and dependability. Fully Automatic Bale Arm Synchronization - Simple, Proven Rephasing System Provides automatic side-to-side centering of every bale loaded. Bale weights up to 3,000 lbs. each. Bale Grip Range: 100 Series - 28"-92" with spinners, 44"-108" without spinners
150 Series - 26"-94" with spinners, 42"-112" without spinners
Main Frame
1 of 2 Main Hinge Assemblies
Over Thirty Years of Experience and Proven Dependability
The Original Self-Contained Flatbed Bale Handler Load, Transport & Feed Round or Square Bales
Feeding is one of the most important daily tasks on nearly every livestock operation. Equipment must perform at full capacity under adverse conditions. Our Hydra Bed ® system equips your 3/4 ton or larger truck for ranch and farm use. The flush-mounted, live-hydraulic powered bale handler is totally integrated into the rugged flatbed. Winter feeding, summer hay hauling, year-round trailer towing and many other lifting, hauling and towing tasks are easily accomplished from the comfort and safety of your truck cab. Fingertip hydraulic controls enable you to haul, transport and/or unroll two large round or square bales weighing up to 3,000 lbs. each.
Approach, grip and load first bale. Synchronized arms automatically provide left to right centering. Powerful belt-driven hydraulics load individual bales weighing up to 3,000 lbs. in as little as 6 seconds, depending on engine RPM.
Approach, grip and load second bale. Front bale moves forward to contact headache rack. Both are automatically centered left to right and held securely in place by the proven Hydra Bed ® hydraulic system.
SPECIFICATIONS: • Design Features: Tool Tray, Efficient Use of Area Not Occupied By Round Bale, Weather Resistant • Lid: Full Opening, Lockable, Stainless Steel Hinges, Gas Shock Assisted • Construction: 12 Gauge Steel • Dimensions: 70" Wide, 20" Front to Back, 12" High at Front, 4" High at Back • Empty Weight: 155 lbs.
Also shown: Underbody toolbox
SPECIFICATIONS: • Struck Capacity: Two Cubic Yards • Dimensions: 21" High, 74" Long, 68 1/2" Wide • Weight: 355 lbs • Dumping Angle: Up to 180 Degrees Mount, dismount, and dump with the use of Hydra Bed ® arms and quick connect lift brackets. Compatible with the Hydra Feeder™ - Across Bed Toolbox combination and with Hydra FLKR™ (consult factory for specific details).
Shown on a Hydra Bed ® Model HB 355
Options and Accessories • Work Light Kit:
- 55 Watt Halogen Bulbs Light Entire Area Behind Truck - Light Angle and Rotation are User Adjustable - Wiring Concealed in Headache Rack - Bolt-On Installation to Any Year Hydra Bed ®
• 3-Spool Valve:
- Provides Fully Variable Flow to Auxiliary Hydraulic Function - Cab-Controlled - Flows to 11 GPM at 2,500 PSI
• Receiver Hitch:
- Accepts Standard 2" Insert - Base Plate 3/4" Thick - Bolts to Existing Hydra Bed ® Hitch Plate
Hydra Bed ® Features and Specifications HYDRAULIC PUMP • • • •
Engine driven Electric clutch engagement Cast-iron pumping section 11 GPM, 2500 PSI
- Equipped for Dependability TRAILER TOWING Fifth Wheel Hitch • Recessed • Rugged 10" channel mount • 30,000# Rated 2 5/16" ball Rear Drop Hitch • Rugged tubular construction • 3/4" thick, 3-hole plate • Optional receiver hitch LIGHTING • Sealed • Steel enclosures
HYDRAULIC CONTROLS • Fully variable • Driver’s seat operation HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR • Headache rack mounted • Provides gravity flow to pump • Heavy 3/16" wall thickness • System holds 7 gallons • 10 Micron filtration
PATENTED FLUSH-MOUNT BAIL HANDLER • Unobstructed flatbed functions • 4" Square, 1/2" wall rear cross tube • Synchronized arms provide automatic bail centering • Automatic free-float unrolling • Lay-flat alloy unrolling spinners
6" channel frame long sills
1/2" wall rear cross tube
6" hinge assemblies
HYDRAULIC QUICK COUPLERS One Circuit Standard • Provides 11 GPM, 2500 PSI • Pioneer push-to-connect type Optional circuit available • Controlled from driver’s seat • Required for Hydra Feeder™ use
Since 1983, every Hydra Bed ® has been built around this rugged foundation consisting of 6" channel frame long sills and our proven bale handling assembly which features a 1/2" wall rear cross tube rotating on (2) 6" hinge assemblies. These components all work together to provide the structural integrity essential to dependable lifting, hauling and towing. Our dedicated production staff takes great pride in the quality workmanship with which they build this simple, strong, time-tested design.
Hydra Bed ® Models Available
HB 100 HB 250 HB 305 HB 355 Model HB 200 7'6" 8'8" 9'9" 9'9" Length 8'8" 7'0" 7'8" 7'0" 7'8" Width 7'0" 1750# 1950# 1925# 2075# Installed Wt. 1850# 40" 56" & 60" 60" 60" Truck Cab/Axle 56" & 60" Single Duals Both Duals Single or Duals Both Lift Capacity at Spinner Pins: 3,000 lbs @ 2,500 PSI - (do not exceed truck axle load rating)
Model HB 200
Model HB 355
Model HB 555
HB 555 11'9" 7'8" 2275# 84" Duals
HYDRAFLKR SQUARE BALE FLAKER
Operator controls amount fed at each stop
The introduction of large square hay packages in the ’80’s provided producers the ability to mechanically harvest, handle, stack and transport bales more efficiently. For over 2 decades, many of our customers have utilized their Hydra Bed ® systems to load and transport these large square bales. In most ranch situations, range feeding of these “big squares” has been a 2-person task, typically requiring a driver and someone on the truck bed to separate and drop individual flakes off to the cattle.
Limit feeding of high-quality hay
Triple C, Inc. developed the Hydra FLKR ™ (Patent #6,817,820) to safely and efficiently accomplish this task with a single operator, greatly reducing costs and risk of injury. After bales are loaded, utilizing the proven power and dependability of the Hydra Bed®, the Hydra FLKR ™ separates flakes from each bale, then drops them onto the ground or feed aprons as well as into bunks, hay rings or tire feeders. The operator controls the rate at which each bale is processed.
Enables handling and feeding of square and/or round bales
To minimize leaf loss, flake separation is accomplished utilizing an innovative retracting finger mechanism. The hydraulic bale ramping function helps control premature flake drop. The bale advance design provides incremental feeding rates at the operator’s discretion. The machine is powered by the Hydra Bed® hydraulic system and is controlled from the driver’s seat. The Hydra FLKR™ is easily and quickly installed on most H ydra B ed ® models and can be removed in minutes when the feeding season is completed. Compatible with fifth-wheel trailer towing (depending on bed model)
Hydra FLKR™ Features and Specifications DRIVER’S SEAT CONTROL
• Hand-held pendant controls FLAKE, PUSH & RAMP functions • Bale loading utilizes standard Hydra Bed® controls
- Square Bale Flaker BALE LOADING • Self-loading when installed on Hydra Bed® equipped trucks • Handles square bale sizes 3x3, 3x4, 4x4 • Bale weights up to 2,500 lbs.
MOUNTING SYSTEM • Simple, secure 4-point installation system • Fast mounting and removal • Quick-disconnects for hydraulic and electrical circuits FEEDING • Driver’s side discharge • Feed grass, legume, cane or grain crop bales • Gentle action minimizes leaf-loss • Feed in bunks, along feed aprons, in tires or on the ground • Hydraulic platform ramping controls flake drop rate
Shown with 4x4 bale
FLAKE SEPARATION • Separates flakes with innovative lifting action • Dispenses individual flakes or groups of flakes (dependent on bale conditions) • Hydraulic pusher allows operator to determine feeding rate
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM • Powered by Hydra Bed® hydraulic system • Capable of use with other power sources (contact factory) (See “Hydraulic Requirements” below)
Specifications: • Bale Sizes: • Hydraulic Requirements: - 4' x 4' x 8' (2,000#) - Minimum Pressure: 1,700 PSI - 3' x 4' x 8' (1,500#) - Minimum Flow: 3 GPM - 3' x 3' x 8' (1,000#) • Weight: 650 lbs. • 3' x 4' and 4' x 4' bales require platform extension kit
• Dimensions - Width: 33" - Height: 10" - Length: 101"
The H ydra B ed ® arms are equipped with bale engagement attachments to securely grip and load bales onto the H ydra FLKR ™. A second bale may be carried in the arms during transport and feeding. The unit may also be loaded by a tractor loader or other suitable equipment. Note: Hydra Bed ® bale engagement attachments require approximately 10" of clearance between bale tier ends for successful retrieval from stacks.
HYDRAFEEDER BY TRI PLE C, I NC.
HF 1200 Shown with Across Bed Toolbox
HF 1200 Shown with HB 355 SPECIFICATIONS:
HF 1200
HF 1800
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Approx. Capacity: 19.5 bu, 25 cu. ft. 28.5 bu, 38 cu. ft. Height and Width: 40" H, 66" W 40" H, 66" W Front to Back: 20" 31" Empty Weight: 403 lbs. 476 lbs. Drive: Direct Mount Hydraulic Motor Delivery: Variable Speed, Reversible 8" Auger Metering: Programmable Digital Revolution Readout in Cab • Lid: Ground Operated, Full Opening, Stainless Steel Hinges, Gas Shock Assisted • Construction: 12 Gauge Steel
The Hydra Feeder™ from Triple C, Inc. is designed to solve the problems associated with range and bunk feeding of supplement to cattle. The hydraulic drive motor is directly coupled to the 6" discharge auger, which eliminates the problems associated with belts, chains, bearings, electric drive motors and wiring. Minimum cube damage and positive feed delivery rates from 0 to 11 pounds per second are provided by the variable speed, large-diameter auger. The HydraFeeder™ is designed to be loaded onto and unloaded from the HydraBed ® by the bale handling arms. The unit can also be used on a three-point tractor mount or Triple C’s HydraTM2000 ™ and powered by the tractor hydraulic system.
Electric Option Now Available FEATURES:
• 85 Auger RPM • Motor/Reducer Combination Contained in Protective Cover
• External Switch At Discharge Tube For Filling Buckets • Choice of Programmable or Revolution Count Only Display
HYDRATM2000 TR ACTOR MOUNT
SPECIFICATIONS:
• Capacity: 2,000 lbs. (Limited to safe load capacity of tractor) • Grip Range: 35" to 95" - 18" to 77" with Spinner Pins • Weight: 562 lbs. • Mounting: Category II & III Three Point • Hydraulics: Pioneer Tips and Synchronized Arm Cylinders
The Hydra TM2000 ™ tractor-mount bale handler/unroller from Triple C, Inc. has been backed by actual ranch use since 1986. Bales weighing up to 2,000 pounds can be transported or unrolled from the comfort and safety of your tractor cab. (The safe lifting capacity of your tractor’s 3-point hitch will determine maximum load handling capability.) The automatically synchronized bale-gripping arms assure positive centering of the bale. This proven design feature makes unrolling solid core bales of all types simple and efficient. Designed only for use on ROPS equipped tractors. Always wear your safety belt.
Shown on a TPF-2 Three Point Mast Can also be used on Front End Loader or Skid Steer
SPECIFICATIONS: • • • • • • •
Recommended Pressure: 2,500 PSI Recommended Flow: 4 GPM to 15 GPM Speed at These Flows: 50 RPM to 170 RPM Maximum Torque: 6,360 in./lbs. - 530 ft./lbs. Options: Tractor Use - Category II 3-Point Mast Augers: Various Configurations Up to 12" in Diameter Weight: 107 lbs.
Developed and designed for tough digging conditions, the Hydra PHD ™ is powered by a high-pressure, high-efficiency motor, which is isolated from all side and end thrust by two heavy self-aligning, greasable, sealed ball bearings. Instant reversibility and hydraulic cushioning by the system relief valve make operation fast and fool-proof in nearly any digging condition. Shear-pin breakage is virtually eliminated because all over-load and shock conditions are absorbed by the truck, tractor or skid loader’s open or closed center hydraulic system.
HYDRAGRABBER SQUARE B ALE HANDLER
Safe, Effective Square Bale Handling
Loading and transporting large square bales becomes safe and efficient with the Hydra Grabber TM loader attachment. The simple but effective design of this machine engages bales from any side. By eliminating the need to “spear” bales, the Hydra Grabber TM prevents the damage to buildings, trucks and trailers that can result from pushing into stacks. Hydraulic power provides rapid engagement and retraction of the aggressive bale hooks. With the hooks retracted, the operator simply places the machine in contact with the selected bale face. Stack push-over is no longer a concern, as the bale hooks move from fully retracted to fully embedded in the bale only after the loader is no longer in motion. Stacking on trucks, trailers or in barns becomes fast and simple. After bales are in position, the hooks are hydraulically retracted, releasing the bales. The dangerous problem of pulling the stack back on the loader is prevented, improving safety and efficiency. When equipped with the Hydra Grabber TM, most tractor loaders become capable of loading and unloading an entire truck or trailer from one side, resulting in significant time savings. SPECIFICATIONS:
GR 5678
GR 8178
• Bale Sizes Handled: # of Bales # of Bales - Square 4' x 4' x 8' 1 bale 2 bales - Square 3' x 4' x 8' 2 bales 3 bales - Square 3' x 3' x 8' 2 bales 3 bales - Round up to 2500# (with optional spear) 1 bale 1 bale • Standard Bale Engaging Hooks Supplied: 10 hooks 14 hooks • Weight: 640 lbs. 755 lbs. • Dimensions: - Width: 78" 78" - Height: 56" 81" - Forward Extension: 16" 16" • Hydraulic Requirements for all models: - Minimum Pressure: 1,700 PSI - Minimum Flow: 3 GPM - Hook actuation requires (1) hydraulic circuit • Loader Attachment System - Bob-Tach™ style standard
Talk to a Cattleman who Owns One! “We previously owned two bale beds built by one of your major competitors and knew there had to be something better. With my other brand beds, I have experienced not being able to unload bales because of a broken wire or remote control failure. That will never be a problem with the Hydra Bed! Another benefit of the manual valve system that I now take for granted is the ability to accurately control the speed of the arms. The Hydra Bed’s free-float gives it the ability to unroll bales completely without the need for spinner extensions, making feeding a breeze. I’ve never written a letter like this before, but I have never been so happy with a piece of equipment I use so much! In case you can’t tell, I’m glad we made the change to Hydra Bed!” Craig Gebhard, Gebhard Farms, Inc. • Kansas “We bought our first Hydra Bed in 1992 and now own 3 of them. They all get used pretty hard in our rocky hills. We owned a competitor’s flatbed for about 2 months and got rid of it because we didn’t like the way it handled bales. Our local Hydra Line dealer has given very good service, but we actually haven’t needed hardly any on these Hydra Beds. The Hydra FLKR lets us easily and accurately supplement cows with our high-quality purchased hay. When feeding these big square bales on winter pasture to our 250 cows, there is virtually no waste. The machine (the Hydra FLKR) lets one operator quickly meter out just the amount the cattle need for that day.” Dale Bowman, Bowman Farms • Missouri “My Hydra Bed is my hired hand. We use it here nearly every day for something: from hauling hay to unrolling wire, pulling posts, hauling stock tanks, changing center pivot tires, and loading heavy items.” Gail L. Haynes • Colorado “We purchased our Hydra Bed in 1988. In 10 years of service we have replaced one idler pulley and two control cables. It is by far the lowest maintenance piece of equipment on the ranch, considering the hours it has been used. It replaces everything from a handyman jack to our Du-Al loader. My wife and children all operate it. Our Hydra Bed will be the last piece of equipment to leave this ranch.” Milt & Clarice Madison • North Dakota “Just a note to let you all know how much we appreciate the Hydra Bed and Hydra Feeder purchased from you. This equipment has changed the whole complexity of our feeding system at Ohio State University. Unrolling big round bales in the pastures allows uniform feeding for the cows. Hay usage is decreased about 15% because of less wastage. We have changed our feeding in the barns to accommodate the use of the Hydra Feeder. There is less feed wasted and the labor force has been lowered by 1 ˚ units. It is now a pleasure to do the feeding, not a chore.” Les Middleton, Manager • Ohio State University Beef & Sheep Centers “We love our Hydra Bed! It is the best investment we have ever made. We have cattle in a number of pastures as far away as 10 miles from where we live - it makes choring so much easier and faster. We use it also to pick up and move a number of things: gates, feeders or whatever. We have the across-bed toolbox that comes in mighty handy. Keep up the good work. You make a product to be proud of!” Buster & Katie Newberry • Missouri “I think it is safe to say the use of the Hydra Beds has cut our feeding labor time by at least 50%.” Scott Schaake, Director • Kansas State University Purebred Unit “We have tried several different ways of feeding round bales. The Hydra Bed has by far stood up the best under all conditions for the feeding and care of over 4,000 cows in this mountainous area of Montana. We like the strength and mobility of the Hydra Bed and less down time as compared to other beds we have had. We also use the Hydra Beds around the ranch for lifting, transporting, even loading game up for hunters. We have 13 Hydra Beds and they are the only way to feed hay to our cows.” R.W. Keefer • Montana “I absolutely love this bed. Bringing home round bales is a lot more fun when you are sitting in a comfortable cab, have the radio and air conditioner on and a small cooler of soft drinks on the seat beside you. I have used the bed to string out fence wire, string out plastic waterlines, pull fence posts, haul flood debris out of the fields and even towed home a repaired backhoe and tractor. This bed has allowed me to do jobs by myself which would otherwise require the use of a second person. Now, if I could only figure out how to use it to work the cattle herd through the chutes and head gate.” Ken Scharabok • Tennessee
We continue to lead the industry in offering exceptional warranty coverage. Every Hydra Line™ system and product (ProSpear excluded) is protected by a full two-year warranty, covering all structural, hydraulic, control and electrical components. After more than 2 decades in business, Triple C customers and dealers continue to tell us that our warranty philosophy is exceptional. We’ve always based that philosophy on something we learned early in life: Treat others the way you want to be treated! Our products are designed and expected to excel in the heavy use and abuse of ranch life.
Equipped for Versatility
Available From:
800-530-5624
www.triple-c.inc.com PO Box 248, Sabetha, KS 66534 (785) 284-3674 Fax (785) 284-3931
