Drum Trucks
Drum Trucks for Safe, Efficient Drum Transportation
Drum trucks are designed to safely lift, transport, and position drums while reducing manual handling and improving workplace efficiency. Whether handling steel drums, plastic drums, or fiber drums, the right drum truck helps simplify drum movement throughout warehouses, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, and processing environments while supporting safer material handling practices.
BASCO offers a variety of drum trucks and drum transport equipment designed for different drum sizes, capacities, and operating conditions. From moving individual drums between work areas to loading, unloading, and staging drums for storage or dispensing, drum trucks provide a reliable solution for improving productivity and reducing operator strain.
Still have questions? The information below explains drum compatibility, drum truck styles, transportation methods, and important considerations for selecting the right drum truck for your application.
Choose the Right Pail and Drum Trucks
Moving and handling heavy drums and pails safely requires the right equipment. Drum trucks and pail trucks make it easier to transport, store, and dispense materials while reducing strain on operators. Understanding the different frame styles, materials, and features can help you select the best truck for your application.
Are brakes necessary on drum trucks?
Some higher-end drum trucks include braking systems. These are especially useful when moving full drums down ramps or from the nose of a 53-foot trailer, where the drum can gain speed and become difficult to control. Brakes allow for safer and easier speed control.
What is a drainer drum truck?
A drainer drum truck is a hybrid piece of equipment that functions as both a drum truck and a drum cradle. It allows you to safely position the drum so liquid can drain into a bucket or container.
To drain fluid from a drum, you will typically use a drum faucet, commonly available in ¾-inch or 2-inch sizes.
- Two-wheel drum trucks – A good option for occasional drum movement
- Four-wheel drum trucks – Better suited for continuous or all-day use
- Four-wheel models reduce strain on the operator and make pallet loading and unloading easier
Steel Drum Trucks
- Strong and rugged construction
- Economical and built for demanding environments
- Ideal for heavy-duty industrial use
- Lighter than steel trucks and easier to maneuver
- Non-sparking, making them suitable for flammable environments
- Models available to handle loads up to 1,200 pounds
- Molded rubber or polyolefin tires: Best for smooth concrete or wood floors and offer high load capacity
- Pneumatic or semi-pneumatic tires: Better for rough, uneven, cracked concrete, or gravel surfaces