Heavy-Duty Double-Drum Fork-Mounted Drum Grabber with Single Head – MORSPEED® Automatic 8288-2

Heavy Duty Fork Mount Double Drum Grabber with Single Head – MORSPEED® Automatic Drum Grabber (Model 8288-2)

Fork Mount Double Drum Grabber with Single Head – MORSPEED® Automatic Drum Grabber (Model 8288-2)

This drum grabber is built for busy warehouses that move drums all day. It lets you lift, carry, and set down two drums at once without leaving the forklift seat. That saves time, cuts risk, and keeps work moving.

This model uses a single mechanical grabber head designed to handle double drums. As the load gets heavier, the jaws grip tighter. There’s no power, no hydraulics, and no extra controls to worry about. The weight of the drum does the work for you.

It works with rimmed steel, plastic, and fiber drums. It also handles straight-wall drums, even ones with dents or damaged sides. That matters when drums are reused or come in less-than-perfect shape.

The fork-mount design makes setup simple. Just drive into the fork pockets and you’re ready to go. No tools. No permanent changes to the forklift. The deep fork pockets keep the unit stable while lifting and moving heavy loads.

This grabber is ideal for palletizing drums, loading trucks, and moving drums across the floor. It’s especially useful in operations where speed matters but space is limited. The operator stays seated the whole time, which reduces strain and improves safety.

The welded steel construction is built for hard use. This isn’t a light-duty attachment. It’s made to hold up in industrial environments where equipment gets used every day.

Each drum can weigh up to 1,500 pounds. That gives you the capacity needed for most standard industrial drums without pushing limits.

If you need a simple, rugged way to move two drums at once with minimal effort, this grabber does the job.

Best Features

• Double drum handling: Lift and move two drums at the same time to save trips.
• Automatic gripping action: Jaws tighten as weight increases for secure lifting.
• Fork-mounted design: Easy drive-in setup with no tools or forklift mods.
• Wide drum compatibility: Works with rimmed steel, plastic, and fiber drums.
• Handles damaged drums: Grips straight-wall drums even with dents or wear.
• Heavy welded steel build: Made for daily industrial use and long service life.

Additional Description

This grabber is a strong fit for warehouses, plants, and distribution centers that move drums in volume. It’s especially helpful when palletizing or staging drums for shipping. Because the operator never leaves the seat, workflow stays smooth and predictable.

The mechanical design keeps maintenance simple. There are no hoses, pumps, or power connections to fail. That also makes it a good choice for facilities that want reliable equipment with fewer things to maintain.

The fork pockets are deep and properly spaced, which helps keep the attachment steady during lifting. Once mounted, the grabber stays balanced, even when moving across uneven floors.

If your operation deals with mixed drum types or reused drums, the flexible gripping system is a big advantage. You don’t need perfect drums to get safe, consistent handling.

Technical Data

1. Capacity: 1,500 lbs. per drum
2. Mount Type: Fork-mounted
3. Grabber Style: Double drum, single grabber head
4. Fork Pocket Depth: 26 5/8 inches
5. Fork Pocket Spacing: 16 1/2 inches apart
6. Fork Size Compatibility: Up to 2 1/2" x 6 1/2"