Drum Trucks

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Sometimes you need to move a drum without tilting it - here's how

• Easily load and transport 30 or 55 gallon drums
• Removable handle with bung wrench and seal remover
• 800 lb. capacity

          Features two, 6" dia. x 2" W, moldon polyurethane load wheels and one, 3" dia. x 1.25" W, polyurethane swivel caster. Dimensions: 37" handle height, 20" overall width, 22" overall length.

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Surprisingly easy to get your heavy drums going!

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Versatile, economical truck ships Knocked-down for big freight savings !

• Handles 30, 55 and 85 gallon drums with a top rim
• Models with rubber or polyolefin wheels 
• 1,000 lb. capacity

This lightweight easy to maneuver drum truck will handle 55 gallon steel, plastic or fiber drums with a top rim and 30 gallon drums at least 30" tall. Also handles 85 gallon steel overpack or salvage drums with a top rim. Attach handle with bolt and locknut and the truck is ready for use.

Overall dimensions: 64 1/4" H x 25 1/4" W x 18 1/2" D.

Ships knocked down in one carton 26" L x 13" W x 41" H.

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Handles every type of plastic drum, 29" or taller

• Superior load-breaking ability
• Self standing for convenient storage
• 1,000 lb. capacity

Tilting back “breaking back” a fully loaded drum from a vertical position is almost effortless with the assistance of a spring-loaded “floating axle”. The spring also keeps the truck standing upright when empty for convenient storage without the need of a kickstand. Specially designed toe pads minimize the chance of puncturing plastic drums. Locking belt mechanism keeps drum securely positioned on the truck. Drum must be at least 29” tall for belt to engage. Double welded 1-1/4” diameter steel frame for years of service.

Standard Truck is designed to handle all plastic drums, except overpacks.

Universal Truck features a longer nylon belt for handling all types of plastic drums, including overpacks.

Polyolefin Wheels are 10” Dia. x 2-1/4” W with a plain bore.

Moldon Rubber and Steel Wheels are 10” Dia. x 2-1/2” W and equipped with roller bearings and grease fittings.

Overall dimensions: 61” H x 23” W.

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Here's a do-it-all truck that won't break the bank!

• Handles steel and fiber drums with a top rim
• Choice of polyolefin, moldon rubber, or steel wheels
• All welded-steel construction
• 1,000 lb. capacity

This versatile drum truck features a unique chime hook assembly that will handle steel or fiber drums 25” – 48” tall. The drum cradle at the base of the truck provides perfect balance while loading and moving. A curved 1-1/4” diameter steel handle is welded to a 1-1/2” square steel tube stem for durability, providing years of comfortable and dependable service. Small steel plain bore roller wheels are positioned behind the toes to facilitate loading and unloading from pallets.

Polyolefin Wheels are 10” Dia. x 2-1/4” W with a plain bore.

Moldon Rubber and Steel Wheels are 10” Dia. x 2-1/2” W and equipped with roller bearings and grease fittings. Overall dimensions: 59" H x 24 1/2" W.

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No more shuffling and jogging pails onto a hand truck!

• Handles 4 standard steel or plastic 5-gallon pails
• Safe, simple, and ergonomic
• 500 lb. load capacity

Maneuvering a stack of pails with a conventional hand truck is a pain -- the nose plate’s too small and the flat frame is designed for cartons. This ergonomically designed pail truck is different – just move it into a stack of pails (up to 4 high), tip back the truck and move the pails away. It's that simple! Wheels are 10" semi-pneumatic; frame is welded, and includes plastic hand grips.

Overall dimensions are 55" H x 20.5" W.

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If your budget says "only one truck", this is the one for you!

• Drum handling or general purpose truck
• Up to 800 lb. capacity

Versatile drum truck has rotatable chime hook for handling 30 and 55 gallon steel drums. Curved frame handles a stack of pails. Large 14" wide x 8" deep platform handles kegs and cartons. Choice of 8" diameter x 2" wide moldon rubber, 10" diameter x 2 3/4" wide semi-pneumatic, or 10" diameter x 3 1/2" wide pneumatic tires.

156DH-H overall dimensions: 22 1/2" W x 48" H x 16 1/2" D

156DH-Z and 156DH-P overall dimensions: 22 1/2" W x 48" H x 18 1/2" D

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Perfect balance permits easy breaking back drum over rear wheels

• Supports drums with no operator effort
• Handles fiber and steel drums 28” to 40” tall
• All welded-steel construction
• 1,000 lb. capacity

This drum truck is ideal for loading and unloading drums on or off a pallet. Features a 1” diameter handle that straddles a husky 1-1/4” diameter frame for added control and leverage. A replaceable chime hook slides freely the full length of the hook shaft.  Self stands when loaded or empty.

Polyolefin Wheels are 10” Dia. x 2-1/4” W (front) and 6” Dia. x 2” (rear) with a plain bore.
Moldon Rubber and Steel Wheels are 10” Dia. x 2-1/2” W (front) and 6” Dia. x 2” (rear) equipped with roller bearings and grease fittings. Overall dimensions: 62” H x 24-1/2” W.

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Takes the strain out of moving heavy drums

• Handles 30 and 55 gallon steel, plastic and fiber drums
• Spring loaded chime hook automatically engages to secure drum

     Spring loaded chime hook automatically engages a 30 or 55 gallon drum made of steel, plastic, and fiber, tight-head or open-head drum with locking ring, as long as the drum has a top chime/rim for the chime hook to grab onto. Models with brake have wheel brake bands activated by hand lever. Nose prongs are reversible for use with 30 and 55 gallon drums. Front Wheels have Pneumatic Tires 12" diameter x 3.5" wide or Solid Rubber Tires 10" diameter x 2 1/2" wide mounted on aluminum rims with roller bearings and grease fittings. Rear Wheels on all models have 6" diameter x 2" wide polyurethane wheels with 3/4" ball bearings and aluminum hubs that are axle mounted.

Overall dimensions: 60" H x 26" W.

Models for handling 85 gallon steel drums with locking rings are available through special order.

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Effortlessly, transport 1,000 lb. drums through aisles and up ramps

• Handles 30 and 55 gallon steel, plastic and fiber drums
• Especially useful for transporting drums up an incline
• Spring loaded chime hook automatically engages to secure drum

     Powered by a 1/4 hp, 24V motor with maintenance-free battery. Variable speed forward and reverse. Spring loaded chime hook automatically engages a 30 or 55 gallon drum made of steel, plastic, and fiber, tight-head or open-head drum with locking ring, as long as the drum has a top chime/rim for the chime hook to grab onto. Wheel brake bands activated by hand lever. Nose prongs are reversible for use with 30 and 55 gallon drums. Front Wheels have solid rubber tires, 10" diameter x 2 1/2" wide, mounted on aluminum rims with roller bearings and grease fittings. Rear Wheels on all models have a 6" diameter x 2" wide polyurethane wheels with 3/4" ball bearings and aluminum hubs that are axle mounted.

Overall dimensions: 60" H x 26" W.

Models for handling 85 gallon steel drums with locking rings, are available through special order.

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Versatile drum handler goes where others won’t fit

• Transports any 15 to 55 gallon drum with a top lip
• Durable stainless steel construction 
• Only 31-1/4" wide – goes where others can’t

This unique ergonomic drum transporter requires less than 45 lbs. of force to manually lift a full 55-gallon drum weighing 660 lbs. A single operator can move heavy drums effortlessly and safely. The drum is automatically engaged with a multi-adjustable catch that latches onto the top lip of the drum. Just depress the foot bar, pull back on the handle and the drum is elevated straight up off the floor – now the drum is balanced and there is virtually no load on the operator. 2" wide x 10" diameter wheels have solid molded rubber tires on cast aluminum hubs.

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This may be the most versatile, easiest-to-use drum truck you can use!

• Handles 30, 55 gallon steel, plastic or fiber drums with top rim
• Also handles 85 gallon steel overpacks
• Four-wheel design turns tight corners and palletizes, too
• Choice of carbon steel or T304 stainless steel
• 1,000 lb. capacity

Multi-purpose drum truck works in narrow aisles, four wheels support entire load without operator effort. Welded steel pipe frame has 1,000 lb. capacity, stands by itself. Drum rim is 12 3/4" above floor when horizontal. Overall dimensions: 63" high x 19 1/2" wide. Handles steel, plastic or fiber drum 14" - 28" diameter and 31" - 41" H with sufficient rim recess for hook attachment.

Spark-Resistant model with forged stainless steel toes and Monel metal lined chime hook is available through special order. Contact BASCO Customer Service at 1-800-776-3786 for details.

Note: For dispensing into standard open-head 5 gallon steel pails only.
Will not work with standard open-head 5 gallon plastic pails.

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Drum trucks include: a spring loaded chime hook that automatically engages and holds drum securely for drum handling. Front Wheels have Pneumatic Tires 12" diameter x 3 1/2" wide or Solid Rubber Tires 10" diameter x 2 1/2" wide mounted on aluminum rims with roller bearings and grease fittings. Rear Wheels on all models have polyurethane tires on axle mounted polyolefin hubs.

Steel Drum Models include a standard chime hook designed exclusively for handling steel drums.

Fiber/Steel Drum Models include a fiber drum chime hook for handling fiber and steel drums.

Plastic/Steel Drum Models include a plastic drum chime hook for handling plastic and steel drums.

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Stays out of the way until you need it

Unique frame stands upright when unloaded. Saves floor space and keeps aisles and docks clear. Replaceable chime hook handles drums 25" – 48" tall. All steel frame with 1 1/4" curved pipe handlebar and 12 gauge 1 1/2" square tube upright. Polyolefin Wheels are 10” Dia. x 2-1/4” W with a plain bore. Moldon Rubber Wheels and Steel Wheels are 10” Dia. x 2-1/2” W with roller bearings and grease fittings. Overall dimensions: 59” H x 24 1/2” W.

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Sometimes you need a drum moved without tilting it - here's how

• Easily load and transport 55 gallon drums
• Features a handy 3-Way Handle
• 1,000 lb. capacity

The Lo-Truck is ideal for moving open full drums without spilling. Provides smooth movement and maximum maneuverability over smooth surfaces. 3-Way Handle folds out for pulling, in for shipping and storing and locks in the vertical position for pushing. All welded steel construction for longer life.

Overall dimensions: 33" W x 38 1/2" H.