Value Brand 21VG36 Drum Lifter 55 gal 1000 lb 21 In

Drum lifter for 55 gal drums

The Value Brand 21VG36 drum lifter handles a single 55 gal metal drum weighing up to 1000 lb. It grips the rim at two points and keeps the drum vertical during the lift. The unit is built from steel and finished in yellow for visibility. It suits warehouses and docks that move standard 55 gal drums with a hoist or crane.

Capacity and headroom

The lifter accepts drum diameters between 22 1/4 in and 22 3/4 in and drum heights up to 36 in. The overall length is 24 in, which sets the reach required from the lifting point. It will not accommodate drums outside that diameter range or drums taller than 36 in. The 1000 lb weight capacity is the absolute limit; heavier loads must use different equipment.

Practical limits of the hook interface

The two-point rim grip works only on metal drums with a compatible rim profile. Drums made of plastic or fibre, or drums without a suitable rim, cannot be lifted safely with this hook. The vertical-only orientation means the drum cannot be tilted or poured while suspended. Users must verify that their hoist or crane hook fits the lifter's attachment point before use.