Cotton Seed & Ultra-Lite Skid Steer Bucket | 72"-84" | 40-47 Cu Ft | Star Industries

When you're handling cotton seed, mulch, wood chips, or other ultra-lightweight materials, you need a bucket that maximizes volume without adding unnecessary weight to your skid steer. The Cotton Seed & Ultra-Lite Skid Steer Bucket from Star Industries delivers exactly that—an impressive 40.0 to 47.1 cubic feet of capacity across widths ranging from 72 to 84 inches.

This isn't just another bucket with thin walls and a cheap price tag. Star Industries engineered this ultra-lite bucket with the same heavy-duty construction principles that make their standard buckets legendary in the field. You get extra heavy-duty steel construction, fully welded seams, and reinforced hat sections that can handle the daily punishment of commercial operations.

The genius of this design lies in how it balances maximum volume with structural integrity. While other manufacturers cut corners to reduce weight, Star Industries optimized the bucket profile and steel thickness to give you the capacity you need without compromising on durability. The result is a bucket that moves more material per pass while maintaining the strength to handle years of heavy use.

Contractors and landscapers who've made the switch to this ultra-lite design report significant productivity gains when moving lightweight bulk materials. You'll complete jobs faster, reduce fuel consumption from lighter loads on your machine, and still have the confidence that comes with Star Industries' proven construction quality. Forge Claw has been distributing these buckets nationwide for years, and the feedback from our customers consistently highlights how this bucket transforms efficiency on jobs involving cotton seed, bark mulch, and similar materials.

The low-profile design ensures you can see the cutting edge clearly from your operator seat, which means more precise material handling and reduced waste. Professional operators appreciate this visibility advantage, especially when working around delicate landscaping or in tight spaces where precision matters. The bucket's bottom sits close to ground level, making it exceptional for back-dragging operations that landscapers rely on for finish grading.

Star Industries builds every bucket to match specific skid steer makes and models, even though most machines use universal quick-attach systems. This attention to proper fit ensures optimal performance, reduces wear on your machine's hydraulic system, and prevents the operational issues that can occur with generic, one-size-fits-all buckets. When you order from Forge Claw, you're getting a bucket that's been engineered specifically for your equipment.

The reinforced side blades protect the bucket from damage during loading and dumping operations, while the continuous welding inside and outside all shell seams eliminates weak points that typically fail under stress. These construction details might seem minor, but they're what separate a bucket that lasts decades from one that needs replacement in a few years.

Whether you're a cotton farmer moving seed, a landscaper handling bulk mulch, or a contractor dealing with lightweight fill materials, this bucket delivers the performance and reliability your operation demands. The 5-year warranty from Star Industries backs up their confidence in this design, and Forge Claw's expert support team ensures you get the right bucket configuration for your specific application.

• Available widths: 72 inches, 78 inches, 80 inches, and 84 inches
• Capacity range: 40.0 to 47.1 cubic feet depending on width
• Construction: Extra heavy-duty steel with optimized weight distribution
• Cutting edge: Beveled hard carbon steel punched blade, ½" x 6" or ¾" x 6" depending on width
• Quick-attach system: Universal quick-tach constructed from 3/8" plate steel
• Reinforcement: Load transfer heavy scuff bars (½" x 3"), three to five bars depending on width
• Profile: Low-profile design for enhanced operator visibility
• Seam construction: Fully welded inside and outside for maximum strength
• Side protection: Steel side blades for bucket sidewall reinforcement
• Top reinforcement: Heavy-duty hat section across entire bucket top
• Country of origin: Made in USA
• Warranty coverage: 5-year manufacturer warranty

• Ultra-lite design with maximum volume — engineered specifically for cotton seed, mulch, and lightweight materials without sacrificing structural integrity
• Reinforced hat section — provides unyielding strength across the entire bucket top, preventing flex and maintaining shape under load
• Steel side blades — strengthen and protect bucket sides from damage during loading, dumping, and transport operations
• Fully welded seams — continuous welding inside and outside of all shell connections eliminates weak points and extends bucket life
• Low-profile design — allows clear visibility of the cutting edge from operator seat for precise material handling and reduced waste
• Heavy-duty scuff bars — load transfer reinforcement bars protect bucket bottom from excessive wear and distribute stress evenly
• Custom machine fit — designed to match specific skid steer makes and models for optimal performance and reduced machine wear
• Beveled carbon steel cutting edge — punched blade design provides clean material penetration and can be upgraded to bolt-on reversible edge

The massive 40-47 cubic foot capacity means you'll move significantly more material with each bucket load compared to standard-sized buckets. This translates directly into fewer passes, reduced fuel consumption, and faster job completion times that keep your projects on schedule and under budget.

The ultra-lite construction reduces the total weight your skid steer carries, which decreases stress on your machine's hydraulic system and drivetrain. Lower operating stress means reduced maintenance costs, longer equipment life, and fewer unexpected breakdowns that can derail your work schedule.

Star Industries' heavy-duty construction approach ensures this bucket will handle years of commercial use without the cracking, bending, or premature wear that plague cheaper alternatives. The fully welded seams and reinforced stress points mean you're making a long-term investment rather than planning for frequent replacements.

The low-profile design and excellent sight lines help you work more precisely around existing landscaping, structures, or other obstacles. Professional landscapers especially value how the bucket's ground-hugging profile enables smooth back-dragging for finish grading without leaving gouges or uneven surfaces.

Having the right bucket for lightweight materials means you can take on jobs that might not be profitable with standard equipment. Cotton seed handling, bulk mulch installation, and other high-volume, low-weight applications become significantly more efficient when you have the proper tools for the task.

The reinforced side protection and heavy scuff bars protect your investment from the kind of damage that typically occurs during aggressive loading or working in rocky conditions. This durability advantage keeps your bucket productive longer and maintains its resale value when it's time to upgrade your equipment.

Working with Forge Claw ensures you get expert guidance on bucket selection and access to multiple financing options that make upgrading your equipment more manageable. Our team understands how the right attachment can transform your operation's efficiency and profitability.

This bucket excels in agricultural applications involving cotton seed, grain handling, and lightweight feed materials, as well as landscaping operations requiring efficient mulch, bark, or compost movement. Tree service professionals also find it invaluable for handling large volumes of chipped material without overloading their equipment.

The universal quick-attach system fits most modern skid steers, but Star Industries' custom engineering ensures optimal performance with your specific machine make and model. When ordering through Forge Claw, provide your skid steer's exact specifications to ensure proper fit and maximum operational efficiency.

For best results, avoid using this ultra-lite bucket for heavy materials like sand, gravel, or wet soil, as these applications exceed the bucket's intended design parameters. The reinforced construction can handle occasional heavy use, but consistent overloading will reduce bucket life and potentially damage your skid steer's hydraulic system.

Maintenance requirements are minimal thanks to the robust construction, but regular inspection of the cutting edge and scuff bars will help you identify wear before it becomes problematic. The punched blade can be upgraded to a bolt-on reversible system that provides three times the wear life and can be easily replaced in the field.

Manufactured by Star Industries, this product is covered under the manufacturer's standard warranty for defects in materials and workmanship. Contact Forge Claw for full warranty details and authorized service options. Order your Cotton Seed & Ultra-Lite Skid Steer Bucket | 72"-84" | 40-47 Cu Ft | Star Industries from Forge Claw today. Multiple financing options are available for qualified buyers.