The Bainbridge HK2020 Calf Puller is a heavy-duty cattle calving aid designed to provide controlled mechanical assistance during difficult calvings. Built around a stable 180cm thick-walled galvanised steel tube, the HK2020 combines a threaded steel shaft, traction mechanism and quick tension release in a robust system designed for cattle producers.
Three pulling hooks allow even or reciprocal zig-zag pulling, while the robust plastic head with angle brackets provides a stable support point. The unit can also be disassembled for easier transport and storage around the farm.
For help comparing calf pullers and other cattle calving equipment, browse our Cattle Handling Equipment Australia collection or read our Calf Pullers Explained – Choosing a Calving Aid for Cattle guide.
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Important: A calf puller is a specialist calving aid and should only be used by people experienced in assisted calving. Excessive or incorrectly applied traction can injure the cow or calf. Seek veterinary assistance when a difficult calving cannot be safely resolved.
The Bainbridge HK2020 is a mechanical calf puller and cattle calving aid designed to assist experienced cattle producers when controlled traction is required during an assisted calving.
Sometimes referred to as a calving jack, this type of equipment provides mechanical leverage and controlled pulling force. The HK2020 incorporates a traction assembly with a thumb-operated quick release, helping the operator release tension rapidly when required.
When a cow requires assistance during calving, maintaining control of the traction being applied is important. The HK2020 provides a mechanical system designed to help an experienced operator apply controlled traction rather than relying entirely on manual pulling.
The traction assembly incorporates a thumb-operated quick release, allowing tension to be released rapidly when necessary.
The HK2020 is designed with three hooks, allowing the operator to use even traction or reciprocal pulling.
Reciprocal or zig-zag pulling allows traction to be alternated as appropriate during an assisted delivery. Correct technique and judgement remain essential whenever mechanical calving equipment is used.
Farm and livestock equipment needs to withstand demanding working conditions. The HK2020 uses a stable, thick-walled galvanised steel tube measuring approximately 180cm long, together with a galvanised threaded shaft.
The robust construction makes the HK2020 suitable for inclusion in a cattle producer's dedicated calving equipment setup.
The HK2020 can be disassembled for transportation, making it easier to store or move between cattle yards, calving areas, vehicles and other locations around the property.
For producers managing cattle across larger properties, being able to transport specialist calving equipment to where it is required can be particularly useful during calving season.
The HK2020 uses a threaded traction assembly with three hooks for even or reciprocal pulling, while other heavy-duty cattle calving systems use different operating designs.
For comparison, see the Vink Calf Puller 1.8m and the VINK Beef Puller 1.8m.
These products give cattle producers different mechanical calving-aid designs to compare according to their operation, experience and preferred method of assisted calving.
Read our Calf Pullers Explained – Choosing a Calving Aid for Cattle guide for a broader comparison of cattle calving equipment.
A calf puller should not be used simply because a cow has been in labour for a period of time. Before applying traction, the cause of the difficult birth and the position of the calf need to be appropriately assessed.
Mechanical traction can generate substantial force. Incorrect positioning, excessive force or attempting to pull a calf that cannot safely pass through the birth canal can result in serious injury.
If you are unsure about calf position, whether traction is appropriate, or the delivery is not progressing safely, contact a veterinarian.
Browse our Cattle Handling Equipment Australia collection for calf pullers, cow lifters, hip lifters, milking equipment, cattle heat detection and other specialist cattle-management tools.
For producers comparing mechanical calving aids, the Vink Calf Puller 1.8m and VINK Beef Puller 1.8m provide additional heavy-duty cattle calving options.
For breeding management before calving season, the Beacon Heat Seeker Cattle Heat Detector 20 Pack can help producers monitor mounting activity and identify cattle showing signs of oestrus.
For a broader overview of calf pullers, cattle lifting equipment, livestock milkers, breeding tools and other specialist farm equipment, read our Best Cattle Handling Equipment for Australian Farms guide.
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The Bainbridge HK2020 is a heavy-duty mechanical cattle calving aid designed to help experienced operators apply controlled traction during an assisted calving.
The terms calf puller and calving jack are commonly used for mechanical devices designed to provide controlled traction during assisted cattle deliveries. The HK2020 is Bainbridge's standard calf puller.
The HK2020 has a stable, thick-walled galvanised steel tube approximately 180cm long.
Yes. The traction assembly incorporates a thumb-operated quick release designed to allow tension to be released rapidly when required.
The three-hook design allows for even traction as well as reciprocal or zig-zag pulling when appropriate during an assisted delivery.
The unit is designed to be disassembled for transportation, making storage and movement around the farm more practical.
A mechanical calf puller should only be used by someone with appropriate knowledge and experience in assisted calving. Mechanical devices can apply considerable traction, and incorrect use can cause serious injury to the cow or calf.
Veterinary assistance should be sought when the calf's position or presentation is uncertain, adequate progress is not being made, excessive force would be required, or there is any doubt that the calf can be delivered safely.
Requirements vary between operations, but producers commonly prepare appropriate calving equipment, animal-handling supplies and other herd-health essentials before calving begins. Browse our Cattle Handling Equipment Australia collection for specialist calving and cattle-management equipment.
Visual observation can be supported by heat-detection aids. The Beacon Heat Seeker Cattle Heat Detector provides a visible indication of mounting activity that can assist cattle breeding management.
