Welded Combination Drum Cradle, Hard Rubber Wheels

Welded 55 Gallon Drum Cradle with Retractable Handles – 1,000 lb Capacity Hard Rubber Wheels

Moving a full 55 gallon steel drum isn’t easy. This welded combination drum cradle gives you control, leverage, and safety in one solid frame.

This is BayTec’s most popular welded drum cradle for a reason. It lets you mix, drain, move, and store heavy steel drums without lifting them by hand. You tilt, roll, and rotate the drum using leverage instead of brute strength.

The all double-welded steel frame handles up to 1,000 pounds. That means you can move full 55 gallon steel drums with confidence. The heavy angle steel design stays rigid under load, so you don’t deal with flex or wobble while tipping a drum.

The retractable oak handles extend from 43 1/2 inches to 64 inches. That extra length gives you more leverage when pulling a loaded drum back onto the wheels. When you’re done, retract the handles for compact storage.

A retractable chime hook locks onto the top rim of the drum. As you pull back, the cradle’s toes slide under the bottom chime. The design helps guide the drum into position without lifting.

Once the drum is horizontal, built-in steel rollers let you rotate it for mixing or controlled draining. This makes it useful for shops, maintenance departments, and industrial facilities where fluids need to be blended or dispensed.

The exclusive skid resister frame helps prevent slipping during loading. You get better footing and more control while tipping the drum back.

This welded model ships fully assembled and ready to use. No setup time. No loose parts.

It rolls on four 5 inch by 1 1/2 inch hard rubber wheels. The wheels are inboard mounted. That keeps the overall width narrow, so you can move through tight aisles or store the cradle without taking up extra space. The wheels are best for smooth to semi-smooth floors that are free from harsh chemicals.

The frame measures 22 1/2 inches high, 18 1/2 inches wide, and 64 inches long when handles are extended. Total unit weight is 53 pounds.

Important: Steel drums must be at least 29 inches tall and have a top rim or chime for the hook to engage.

If you move 55 gallon steel drums regularly, this welded drum cradle gives you a safer and more controlled way to handle the job.

Best Features

• 1,000 lb Capacity: Safely handles full 55 gallon steel drums.
• Retractable Oak Handles: Extend for leverage, retract for compact storage.
• Retractable Chime Hook: Secures drum rim during loading and transport.
• Steel Rollers: Rotate drum horizontally for mixing or draining.
• All Welded Steel Frame: Rigid, heavy-duty construction for long-term use.
• Inboard Hard Rubber Wheels: Narrow profile for tight aisles and storage areas.

Additional Description

This combination drum cradle works well in warehouses, automotive shops, factories, and maintenance areas.

You can move a drum from storage, tilt it into a pouring position, rotate it for mixing, and roll it back when finished. The long handles reduce strain on your back because you use leverage instead of lifting.

The inboard wheels protect against impact damage and keep the unit narrow. That matters when you’re working between racks or near equipment.

Because this welded model ships fully assembled, you can use it right away. No bolts. No assembly time. Just position it against the drum and follow the loading steps.

If you regularly handle heavy steel drums, this cradle helps improve safety and efficiency.

Technical Data

1. Capacity: 1,000 lb maximum load rating
2. Drum Type: 55 gallon steel drums with top chime
3. Wheel Size: 5 inch diameter x 1 1/2 inch width
4. Wheel Type: Inboard mounted hard rubber
5. Length: 64 inches overall length
6. Frame Size: 22 1/2 inch H x 18 1/2 inch W