Hydra Line Products Brochure - Trailer Store and Truck Accessories

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
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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
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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:
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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 hooks14 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