Forklift Drum Grab – 500kg Steel Drum Handler

The Forklift Drum Grab is a fork-mounted drum handling attachment designed for lifting and moving standard 210 litre steel drums with rolling hoops. With a 500kg capacity, it gives forklift operators a practical way to move single drums around warehouses, yards, depots, workshops and industrial sites.

This steel drum handler grips beneath the drum’s rolling hoops, helping reduce manual handling when drums need to be moved between storage areas, vehicles, production areas or waste collection points. It is a straightforward option for sites that already use a forklift truck and need a reliable attachment for everyday drum movement.

Key Features

• Designed for handling standard 210 litre steel drums with rolling hoops
• 500kg maximum capacity
• Suitable for moving one drum at a time
• Fork-mounted design for use with suitable forklift trucks
• Automatic gripping action helps secure the drum during movement
• Useful for warehouses, factories, yards, depots and industrial sites
• Helps reduce manual handling when transporting heavy drums around site

Product Specifications

What Is This Forklift Drum Grab Used For?

This forklift drum grab is used for lifting and transporting compatible steel drums using a forklift truck. It is suitable for sites where drums need to be moved safely and efficiently without staff manually rolling, dragging or lifting loaded drums across the floor.

Common uses include moving drums of oils, lubricants, chemicals, waste materials, food ingredients and other drum-based products, provided the drum type and loaded weight are suitable for the attachment.

Suitable Applications

• Warehouses and distribution centres
• Factories and manufacturing sites
• Engineering workshops
• Plant yards and maintenance areas
• Chemical storage areas
• Waste handling and recycling sites
• Agricultural and industrial yards
• Food production and processing facilities

Before Ordering

Before ordering, check that the drum type, drum size, loaded drum weight, forklift capacity and fork dimensions are suitable for this attachment. This model is intended for compatible steel drums with rolling hoops and should not be assumed suitable for plastic drums, fibre drums or other drum profiles unless confirmed.

You should also make sure the forklift truck has enough rated capacity for the drum, attachment and working conditions. If you are unsure whether this product is suitable for your application, contact us before ordering.

Forklift Drum Grab or Drum Rotator?

This product is designed for lifting and moving drums. If you need to pour, empty or rotate drums, a forklift drum rotator or drum tipper may be more suitable. A drum grab is usually the simpler option when the main requirement is transporting drums around site.

Part of Our Forklift Drum Grabs Range

This product is part of our wider range of forklift drum grabs and forklift attachments. The collection includes fork-mounted drum handling equipment for moving compatible drums safely around warehouses, yards, factories and industrial sites.

Forklift Drum Grab FAQs

What drums is this forklift drum grab suitable for?

This model is designed for compatible 210 litre steel drums with rolling hoops. Always check the drum type, profile and loaded weight before use.

What is the capacity of this forklift drum grab?

This forklift drum grab has a 500kg capacity. The loaded drum weight, forklift capacity and site conditions should all be checked before use.

Can this forklift drum grab handle plastic drums?

This model is intended for steel drums with rolling hoops. Plastic drums, fibre drums or other drum styles may require a different drum handling attachment.

Does this fit all forklift trucks?

No. Fork size, fork spread and forklift capacity need to be checked before ordering. This model has a maximum fork size of 140 x 50mm and a fork spread of 560mm.

Can it lift more than one drum at a time?

This model is designed for moving one drum at a time. For higher-volume drum movement, a dual drum handler or alternative drum handling attachment may be more suitable.

Is this suitable for pouring or emptying drums?

No. This forklift drum grab is for lifting and transporting drums. If you need to pour or empty drums, consider a forklift drum rotator or drum tipper instead.