Mini Skid Steer & Compact Tractor 4-N-1 Bucket

Loflin Mini Skid Steer & Compact Tractor 4-N-1 Bucket: Specs & Performance

Powder coated finish for durability
Two 2″ X 6″ hydraulic cylinders
Oversized, greasable pins
Opening width: 30⁷⁄₁₆“
¹⁄₄” thick steel side plate
Front cutting edge ¹⁄₂” thick X 4″ wide, rear cutting edge (dozing edge) ¹⁄₂” thick X 4″ wide heat treated edge
Also available with optional front bolt-on-edge
Available with or without teeth
Available with or without tooth bar
¹⁄₄” thick reinforced steel floor plate
We stock sizes: 36″, 42″, and 48″, custom sizes available
Reinforced quick attach
Comes equipped with Parker brand hoses, fittings, and couplers (Jobsite ready)
Stocked with Toro Dingo and Bobcat MT50 mount
Can be built to fit compact tractors
Other custom mounts available

Heavy-Duty Mini 4-in-1 Skid Steer & Tractor Bucket — Made in USA | Loflin Fabrication

A 4 in 1 bucket (also written 4-in-1 bucket or skid steer combination bucket) gives you four core tools in a single attachment: a standard bucket for loading, a powerful grapple for clamping, a dozer blade for pushing, and a back-drag edge for fine grading. Loflin Fabrication builds this attachment in two families—our full-size skid steer 4 in 1 bucket and a mini skid steer / compact tractor 4-in-1 bucket—so operators can get multi-purpose performance on virtually any machine.

Manufactured in North Carolina from American steel, Loflin’s buckets are field-tested, fixture-welded for accuracy, and assembled with quality components. If you’re after a Made in USA bucket that holds alignment, protects hydraulics, and performs season after season, you’re in the right place.

How a 4-in-1 Bucket Works Features & Benefits Specifications Use-Case Scenarios Loflin vs Others Installation & Maintenance FAQs Related Products & Cross-Links

How a 4-in-1 Bucket Works

A hydraulic jaw at the front of the bucket opens and closes via dual cylinders, transforming the bucket between modes:

Scoop & load (bucket mode): Move soil, gravel, mulch, snow—then carry securely with the jaws closed.
Grapple & clamp (grapple mode): Open the jaw to grab logs, brush, debris, rocks. The clamping action secures odd-shaped loads you can’t hold with a standard bucket.
Doze & push (dozer blade): Open the bucket and use the front edge like a blade for rough grading, backfilling, berms, or snow.
Back-drag & fine grade (rear cutting edge): With the bucket slightly open, use the reversible rear edge to plane, level driveways, and finish pads without switching tools.

Result: fewer attachment swaps, faster cycles, and a lower cost per task for contractors, farmers, and landscapers.

Features & Benefits

Standard 4-in-1 Skid Steer Bucket (Full-Size)

Hydraulics: Two 2-1/2" × 8" hydraulic cylinders for strong, precise jaw control.
Steel & structure: 1/2" thick side plates, fully welded seams, 1/4" reinforced steel floor plate for durability without unnecessary weight.
Cutting edges: Heavy-duty 3/4" × 6" front cutting edge; 5/8" × 6" heat-treated bolt-on reversible double rear edge for long life; optional bolt-on front edge for high-wear environments.
Pins & bushings: Oversized, greaseable pivot pins and bushings for smooth cycles and easy maintenance.
Teeth options: Order with bolt-on teeth or a tooth bar for digging and stump work.
Opening width: Up to 38" to accept bulky loads and speed clean-ups.
Quick attach: Reinforced SSQA backplate for rigid coupling and long service life.
Hoses & couplers: Quality Parker hoses/couplers for dependable hydraulic flow.
Sizes: Standard widths from 60" to 84" (custom sizes available).
Operator step: Treaded step for safe machine entry.

Mini Skid Steer & Compact Tractor 4-in-1 Bucket

Hydraulics: Dual cylinders sized for compact systems, protected within the frame.
Steel & structure: Heavy-gauge plate construction with a reinforced floor plate for durability on smaller machines.
Cutting edges: Robust 1/2" cutting edge, optional bolt-on edge, and a 1/4" dozer edge for controlled grading.
Pins & bushings: Fully greaseable for long life.
Opening width: Wide jaw opening improves brush and log handling (spec varies by mount/width).
Mounts: Compatible with popular mini mounts including Toro Dingo and Bobcat; custom mounts available by request.
Quick attach: Reinforced quick attach with precise latch geometry.
Hoses & couplers: Parker hoses/couplers.
Sizes: Common width 48" (additional widths available by special order).

Need to standardize attachments across machines? Pair with our Loflin Universal Adapter or Quick Attach Plate.

Specifications

Dimensions/weights are typical. Final specs vary by width and configuration; confirm at order.

Model	Width Options	Jaw Opening (approx.)	Cylinders	Side Plate Thickness	Floor Plate	Cutting Edges	Approx. Weight*
Standard 4-in-1 Skid Steer Bucket	60", 66", 72", 78", 84"	up to 38"	(2) 2-1/2" × 8"	1/2"	1/4" reinforced	3/4" × 6" front; 5/8" × 6" bolt-on reversible rear; optional bolt-on front	~750–1,050 lb by width
Mini / Compact Tractor 4-in-1 Bucket	48" (others by request)	wide opening (varies)	(2) compact cylinders	Heavy-gauge (model-specific)	Reinforced	1/2" front; optional bolt-on; 1/4" dozer edge	~275–425 lb by mount/width

*Weights shown are typical ranges for planning only.

Use-Case Scenarios & Applications

Construction & site work: Load aggregate, grading with 4 in 1 bucket, back-drag pads, clamp construction debris, and push spoils without swapping tools.
Landscaping: Carry mulch/topsoil, clamp logs and brush, finish grade lawns and walkways, build berms. A true versatile skid steer bucket for seasonal work.
Farming & ranch: Feed and bedding tasks, clean lots, grab fence posts/brush, maintain gravel drives.
Snow & storm: Back-drag four in one bucket edge for clean driveways, clamp tree limbs during storm cleanup.
Tractors & compact equipment: Use the tractor 4 in 1 bucket with SSQA-equipped loaders for multi-purpose jobs; mini units excel on tight properties and sidewalks.

Loflin vs. Other 4-in-1 Options

We design for real-world abuse: thick side plates, a heat-treated reversible double rear edge, protected hydraulics, and Parker hoses that stand up to daily use. Many premium buckets advertise reversible edges, cylinder protection, and heavy cutting edges—Loflin delivers those core features with American-made build quality, direct support, and custom widths on request. If you’ve compared 4 in 1 bucket vs grapple, our combination design lets you clamp brush or debris and still grade and back-drag—one attachment that replaces several.

Installation & Maintenance

Install:

Attach via the standard SSQA coupler (mini mounts available for Dingo/Bobcat). Ensure the locking pins are fully engaged.
Connect hydraulic hoses; check for clean couplers and secure routing.

Maintenance:

Grease all pivot pins and bushings daily in heavy use.
Inspect hoses and cylinder rods; replace worn guards as needed.
Monitor cutting edges; flip or replace the bolt-on reversible rear edge and optional front edge when worn.
Keep latch areas and steps clear of debris and ice.

FAQs

What is a 4-in-1 bucket?

A multi-function 4 in 1 bucket acts as a loader bucket, grapple, dozer blade, and back-drag tool using a hydraulically opening jaw.

How do I choose between the mini and standard 4-in-1 bucket?

Match the bucket to the machine class. Choose mini/compact for mini skid steers and compact tractors; choose standard for full-size skid steers/CTLs and heavier work.

Which skid-steer brands are compatible?

Our universal 4 in 1 bucket mounts to SSQA machines including Bobcat, Kubota, John Deere, Case, Caterpillar, Gehl, and New Holland. Mini mounts fit Toro Dingo and Bobcat mini systems; custom mounts are available.