Drum Crusher Model DC8000-20D Diesel

Portable Drum Crusher DC8000-20 Diesel

Diesel-Powered and Trailer-Mounted for Maximum Portability

The Portable Drum Crusher Model DC8000-20 Diesel is built for remote locations or worksites with limited or no electrical supply. Weighing 5,000 pounds and mounted on a trailer, it can be towed with a standard pickup truck equipped with a Class 3 hitch. The trailer includes integrated electric brakes for safety and control.

Powered by a 20 HP cast iron diesel engine running at 3600 rpm, the DC8000-20 delivers a crushing force of up to 85,000 pounds. It is engineered for heavy-duty, continuous use and reduces standard 55-gallon steel drums to just 2.5 inches in height.

Built for Safety & Compliance

• Equipped with hydraulic door safety switch and emergency stop button for safe operation
• Compliant with OSHA safety standards

Engineered for Mobility & High Performance

• Trailer-mounted portable design for field operations
• Crushes 55-gallon drums to under 2.5" in height
• 25 seconds cycle time for efficient processing
• 15" clear chamber and second plate for compacting waste inside drums
• Integrated drip pan to catch residual liquids

Reliable U.S.-Built Performance

Designed, Engineered and Assembled in the USA, the DC8000-20 Diesel delivers powerful, field-ready performance for industrial-grade applications in remote or off-grid locations.

Key Benefits

• Maximum Crushing Force: 70,000 lbs at 2500 psi / 85,000 lbs at 3000 psi
• Trailer Mounted: Portable for use across multiple job sites
• Diesel Engine: Operates independently of electrical power
• Heavy-Duty Build: Made for continuous, industrial use
• Safety First: Features OSHA-compliant protections
• Eco-Conscious: Reduces drum waste and supports recycling

Standard Features

• 20 HP Diesel Motor
• Trailer-Mounted Portable Model
• Crushing Force: 70,000 lbs at 2500 psi / 85,000 lbs at 3000 psi
• Crushes 55-gallon steel drums to less than 2.5" height
• 25 Seconds Cycle Time
• 60 Gallon Hydraulic Tank
• 15" Clear Chamber with Secondary Plate for Internal Compaction
• Drip Pan for Liquid Containment
• Directional Control Valve
• Drum Ring Locator to Keep Drum Aligned
• Emergency Stop Button and Motor Starter
• 12 Volt Battery Included
• Complies with OSHA Safety Standards
• Heavy-Duty Steel Construction

Available Options

• Chamber Enlarged for 85-Gallon Drum Crushing
• Dutch Door for Packing Efficiency
• 30 Gallon Fluid Collection Reservoir
• Heavy-Duty Vent Fan (Custom & Standard Sizes)
• HEPA Filter for Fine Particulate Filtration
• Galvanized Finish for Corrosion Resistance

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