The forklift towable salt spreader is perfect for towing behind vehicles with standard ball hitch or towing pins. With no electrical or auxiliary valve connection required to the forklift, this mechanically driven salt gritter is simple yet effective to use for all ice gritting applications.
With a large 190 litre capacity hopper and flow control lever, our forklift towable salt spreader will ensure your operations keep moving during the winter months.
An added benefit of our forklift towable salt gritter is that during the summer months, the unit can also be used as seed, fertiliser or grass spreader.
Like all our forklift attachments, this forklift salt gritter comes supplied fully tested and certified for compliance with the latest Health & Safety Regulations.
N.B. For gritting purposes this unit is only suitable for use with dry white rock salt only
• Large 190 litre capacity hopper
• 3mm steel pressed hopper for durability and longevity
• Comes supplied with towing eye or hitch for tow ball, making it suitable for a wide range of vehicles
• Galvanised actuator, ensures the salt does not clog, which in turn allows for a smooth even spread
• Flow control lever allowing the operator to control the spread and coverage while in use
• Can be used as Salt, Seed, Fertilizer or Grass spreader
• 'CE' marked and supplied with Certificate of Conformity to meet Health & Safety Regulations
What type of salt can I use with the spreader ?
The spreader is suitable for use with dry white rock salt only
How is the spreader powered ?
It's 100% mechanical in operation (axle driven), so no electrical or hydraulic connection is needed.
Can I use the spreader for seed spreading in the summer ?
As long as the unit is clean and maintained properly throughout the seasons, then yes, the spreader will work perfectly well for seed spreading
Can the salt spreader be used on a Land Rover ?
It can certainly be fitted to a Land Rover, however, the tyres are not suitable for speeds in excess of 5mph
How do I know that the salt spreader is high enough to fit to my vehicle ?
The spreader has a 3 point height adjustable drawbar to allow for different height requirements
Is there a cover supplied with the spreader to keep the salt dry ?
A cover is not supplied as standard, however we can supply a cover with the salt spreader at a small additional cost if required
I need to push the salt spreader through a doorway, what is the widest point ?
The widest point would be the wheels, which measure 965mm across
What is the weight of the salt spreader ?
Total weight of the spreader is 86kgs
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