Abstract: A bale carrier comprising a first pipe having a second pipe selectively rotatably mounted therein with the ends of the second pipe protruding outwardly from the first pipe. The ends of the second pipe are pivotally connected to the rearward ends of a pair of lifting arms of a tractor three-point hitch apparatus. A tine is secured to each end of the second pipe and extends rearwardly therefrom for piercing engagement with the hay bale. A support frame extends upwardly from the first pipe and has a hydraulically operated cylinder mounted thereon which controls a pivotal hook arm extending rearwardly therefrom which is adapted to engage the upper portion of the bale. The support frame is pivotally connected to the rearward end of the third lifting arm of the three-point hitch apparatus.