Skid Steer Dozer Blades

A skid steer dozer blade turns your loader into a grading and pushing machine, with angle, tilt, and — on six-way models — pitch control a bucket can't match. Skid Steers Direct carries blades from Blue Diamond, McLaren Industries, and others in four-way and six-way configurations, typically 72 to 96 inches wide. Four-way angles and tilts, covering most driveway work and site cleanup. Six-way adds hydraulic pitch for finish grading, though a dedicated grader attachment holds grade better still. Blade width should exceed your track or tire width, and trip springs protect the blade when the edge catches an obstruction. Height extensions make these a year-round alternative to a dedicated snow plow.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a 4-way and a 6-way dozer blade?

A four-way blade angles left and right and tilts side to side, which handles pushing, backfilling, and rough grading. A six-way adds hydraulic pitch, rolling the cutting
edge forward to bite into material or back to spread it. If you're moving bulk material, four-way is enough. If you're chasing a finished surface or working in tight
quarters, the extra pitch control earns its cost.

What size dozer blade do I need for my skid steer?

Blade width should be wider than your machine's tires or tracks — typically 72 to 96 inches — so the loader isn't running over windrowed material and undoing the
pass. Beyond width, match blade weight to your loader's rated operating capacity. An oversized blade on a small machine hurts stability and lifts poorly, especially
when angled hard to one side.

What are the trip springs on a dozer blade for?

Trip springs let the blade pivot forward when the cutting edge strikes a rock, root, or buried obstruction, then snap it back into position. Without them, that impact
transfers straight into the blade frame, the mount, and your loader arms. On any site where you can't see what's under the surface, trip protection is the difference
between a jolt and a repair bill.

Can I use a skid steer dozer blade for snow?

Yes, and many operators do. Angle and tilt make it effective for pushing snow off drives and lots, and most blades accept a rubber or poly height extension that
increases capacity and keeps snow from rolling over the top. A dedicated snow pusher moves more volume in open lots, but a dozer blade with an extension covers
snow work while staying useful the rest of the year.

Does a dozer blade need auxiliary hydraulics?

Yes. Angle, tilt, and pitch functions are all hydraulically actuated, so the blade needs a working auxiliary circuit at the front of the machine. Four-way blades generally
run on standard flow through a single auxiliary; six-way blades have more functions and often use an electrical diverter or multi-function control. Confirm your loader's
auxiliary setup before ordering.