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DGS-55-D

Steel Deluxe Single Drum Gripper 55 Gallon 43-3/16 In x 28 In x 7-1/8 In 1500 Lb. Capacity Yellow

The drum gripper makes it easy to pick up one open head (with lid installed and secured) and closed head steel drum without leaving the seat of the fork truck. Simply slip the forks into the fork pocket, fasten the safety restraint and the drum gripper is ready to go. The knuckle gripping system is lowered around the drum, gripped tightly, and then lifted into the air. Drum is automatically released by lowering the forks. Features hinged folding design for storage and adjustable-width arms for use with steel drums. Safety restraint included. Welded steel construction. Powder coat finish.
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Key Features
  • Unique drum release design automatically releases drum by lowering forks
  • Heavy-duty welded steel construction provides long lasting rugged use
  • Knuckle grip design securely grabs steel drums
  • Fold-up arms provide convenient storage
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Core Data

Assembled Weight 100 lbs
Assembled Size 28"W x 43.1875"L x 7.125"H
Total Ship Weight 110 lbs
Package 1 Size 40"W x 48"D x 13"H
Color / Finish Yellow
Freight Type LTL Palletized

Additional Attributes

Uniform Capacity (lb.) 1,500
Accepts (1) 55-gallon steel drums
Fork Pocket on Center (in.) 20-1/4
Fork Pocket Width (in.) 7-1/8
Fork Pocket Height (in.) 2-1/16
Fork Pocket Length (in.) 23-5/8
Type Fold-up
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DGS-55-D

Steel Deluxe Single Drum Gripper 55 Gallon 43-3/16 In x 28 In x 7-1/8 In 1500 Lb. Capacity Yellow

The drum gripper makes it easy to pick up one open head (with lid installed and secured) and closed head steel drum without leaving the seat of the fork truck. Simply slip the forks into the fork pocket, fasten the safety restraint and the drum gripper is ready to go. The knuckle gripping system is lowered around the drum, gripped tightly, and then lifted into the air. Drum is automatically released by lowering the forks. Features hinged folding design for storage and adjustable-width arms for use with steel drums. Safety restraint included. Welded steel construction. Powder coat finish.

  • Unique drum release design automatically releases drum by lowering forks
  • Heavy-duty welded steel construction provides long lasting rugged use
  • Knuckle grip design securely grabs steel drums
  • Fold-up arms provide convenient storage

Core Data

Assembled Weight: 100 Assembled Size: 28"W x 43.1875"L x 7.125"H Color: Yellow
Total Ship Weight: 110 Package 1 Size: 40"W x 48"D x 13"H Freight: LTL Palletized

Specifications

Uniform Capacity (lb.): 1,500
Accepts: (1) 55-gallon steel drums
Fork Pocket on Center (in.): 20-1/4
Fork Pocket Width (in.): 7-1/8
Fork Pocket Height (in.): 2-1/16
Fork Pocket Length (in.): 23-5/8
Type: Fold-up