Heavy Duty Adjustable 15, 30, and 55 gallons Fork Mounted Drum Grabbers | 1500 lb capicity | Fork Mount

Heavy Duty Adjustable 15, 30, and 55 gallons Fork Mounted Drum Grabbers | 1500 lb capicity | Fork Mount
(Model 8VF1255)

Moving steel drums shouldn’t slow you down or put your team at risk. This heavy-duty adjustable fork-mounted drum grabber lets you lift, move, and set down drums without leaving the forklift seat. It’s built for daily use in busy warehouses, plants, and yards where speed and control matter.

This model is designed to handle common steel drum sizes—15, 30, and 55 gallons—with one attachment. The grabber adjusts to fit the drum size, then locks securely under the rolling hoops. Once the drum is set down, the grabber releases automatically. There’s no need to get off the forklift or manually attach straps or chains.

Because it mounts directly to standard forklift forks, setup is quick. You slide it on, secure it, and you’re ready to work. It’s made for operations that handle mixed drum sizes and want one reliable tool instead of multiple attachments.

With a total capacity of up to 1,500 lbs per drum, this grabber is strong enough for heavy contents like liquids, chemicals, coatings, and bulk materials. The all-steel welded construction is built to hold up in tough industrial environments. If you work around flammable materials, spark-resistant brass liners are available to reduce risk.

This grabber is ideal for loading docks, production floors, storage areas, and tight spaces where precision matters. The fork-mounted design gives you flexibility while keeping handling simple and controlled.

Best Features

• Adjustable drum fit: Handles 15, 30, and 55-gallon steel drums with one attachment.
• Stay in the seat: Lift and place drums without leaving the forklift.
• Secure automatic grip: Locks under the drum hoops and releases when set down.
• Fork-mounted design: Works with standard forks for fast installation.
• Heavy-duty steel build: Welded construction for daily industrial use.
• Safety options available: Optional spark-resistant brass arm liners.

Additional Description

If your operation moves drums every day, small inefficiencies add up fast. This adjustable drum grabber helps you work faster while reducing manual handling. Because the operator never leaves the forklift, you save time on every lift and lower the chance of injuries.

The adjustable arms let you switch between drum sizes without changing equipment. That’s especially useful in facilities that receive mixed shipments or store different drum types in the same area. One grabber covers most standard steel drums, so your crew doesn’t have to hunt for the right tool.

The grabber’s design focuses on control. By gripping the drum under the rolling hoops, it keeps the load stable during transport. This helps prevent swinging, slipping, or tipping when moving drums across uneven floors or through doorways.

It’s also a practical choice for facilities that want flexibility. While this model mounts on forklift forks, carriage-mounted versions are available if your setup requires it. That means you can match the grabber style to your equipment and workflow without changing how the drum is handled.

Notice:

Optional replaceable spark-proof brass arm liners are available for single drum and two-drum model. Fork Mounted VF2255

Double Optional plastisol coated arms available for single and two-drumodel.

Drum Handler Extended fork frame available,

Mountings other than ITA, consult factory.

Technical Data

1. Drum Capacity: 15, 30, or 55-gallon steel drums
2. Load Rating: Up to 1,500 lbs per drum
3. Mounting Type: Fork-mounted
4. Fork Requirements: 22 1/2" outside fork spread
5. Construction: Welded steel
6. Attachment Weight: 150 lbs