Portable Drum Crusher DC6000-11 Gasoline

Portable Power for On-the-Go Crushing

The DC6000-11 Gasoline Portable Drum Crusher is built into a trailer for mobility and rugged use in remote locations. It crushes 55-gallon steel drums to less than 2.5 inches in height, cutting down on storage and hauling costs. Perfect for field operations or sites without reliable electrical power.

Powered by an 11.7 HP gasoline motor, it includes a hydraulic door safety switch and an oil sight gauge with temperature indicator. Heavy-duty steel construction ensures long-term durability in demanding environments.

Built for Safety & Compliance

  • Includes hydraulic door safety switch and safety shutoff features
  • Compliant with OSHA safety standards for industrial use

Engineered for Efficiency & Space Saving

  • Crushes 55-gallon drums to less than 2.5" height
  • 28-second cycle time for reliable throughput
  • Minimizes storage and transport volume
  • Drip pan captures residual fluids

Reliable U.S.-Built Performance

Designed, engineered, and assembled in the USA, the DC6000-11 offers unmatched portability and reliable operation with its heavy-duty frame and hydraulic system. It’s mounted on a trailer for easy relocation and flexible deployment.

Key Benefits

  • Powerful Crushing: 60,000 lbs force at 3000 psi
  • Mobility: Mounted on a trailer for easy transport
  • Gasoline Powered: Ideal for off-grid or remote use
  • Built to Last: All-steel construction for durability
  • Safe Operation: Features OSHA-compliant safety systems
  • Efficient Design: Reduces waste volume and improves recycling flow

Standard Features

  • 11.7 HP Gasoline Motor
  • Crushing Force: 60,000 lbs at 3000 psi
  • Crushes 55-gallon drums to less than 2.5" height
  • 28-Second Cycle Time
  • 60-Gallon Hydraulic Tank
  • Drip Pan for Liquid Containment
  • Directional Control Valve
  • Drum Ring Locator to Keep Drum Aligned
  • 12 Volt Battery Included
  • Complies with OSHA Safety Standards
  • Heavy-Duty Steel Construction
  • Powder Coated Finish
  • Trailer-Mounted for Portability

Available Options

  • Galvanized Finish
  • Auto Cycle Directional Control Valve
  • Epoxy Paint
  • Spare Tire and Rim

Brochure

Straight Sided Drums – Smooth Walled Steel Drums


Straight sided or smooth walled steel drums require extremely high crushing force to properly compact them for industrial disposal and recycling. Drumbeaters of America® drum crushers are engineered specifically to process these rigid containers efficiently and reliably in continuous heavy-duty industrial operations.

The DC5000 models deliver up to 70,000 lbs of crushing force, while the DC7000 models deliver up to 85,000 lbs, both operating at approximately 3,000 PSI hydraulic pressure. This level of power allows these machines to compress standard 55-gallon straight sided steel drums down to approximately 3 inches, helping facilities meet industrial drum disposal and environmental compliance requirements.

Due to this exceptional crushing force and robust hydraulic design, Drumbeaters of America® drum crushers are among the only systems in the market capable of efficiently processing straight sided drums under continuous heavy-duty service conditions.

Straight sided steel drums ready for crushing using a hydraulic drum crusher

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Our Company is staffed with mechanical and electrical engineers and has a prototype fabrication and machine shop. The final assembly of all products and systems is performed at Drumbeaters' facility located in Elburn, Illinois, USA.

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