Fitted to the forks with hand screws, this clamp gives automatic pick-up, transport and release from the cab. The drum is held by its own weight — the harder it pulls, the tighter the arms grip — and the arms release as soon as the drum is set down.
No hydraulics, no power supply and no hoses to route back to the truck. Three configurations cover single steel drums, pairs, and an adjustable version that handles steel or plastic.
Key Features
- Automatic pick-up and release — no hydraulics, no controls, nothing for the operator to do
- Held by load weight — grip tightens as the drum weight increases
- Hand screw fixing — fits and removes from the forks in minutes without tools
- No power supply — nothing to connect, route or maintain
- Three configurations — single steel, double steel, or adjustable steel/plastic
Technical Specifications
| Model |
Capacity (kg) |
Fork Pockets (mm) |
Configuration |
Net Weight (kg) |
| WRDG10 |
680 |
51 x 140 |
Single steel drum |
54 |
| WRDG20 |
680 |
57 x 178 |
Double steel drum |
89 |
| WRDG40 |
680 |
57 x 178 |
Adjustable, steel/plastic drum |
56 |
Fork pocket length 610mm across the range.
CE Marked | 12-Month On-Site Warranty
Supplied by Warrior, part of the Handling Equipment UK range. Manufactured to CE / UKCA standards and supplied with a declaration of conformity where applicable. Lift tables are issued with a test certificate to EN 1570 on request.
Warranty
Every Warrior product is supplied with a full 12-month on-site warranty covering parts and labour at no additional cost. Cover starts from the date of delivery and repairs are carried out at your premises rather than under a return-to-base arrangement. A comprehensive UK spare parts stock is held for every model in the range, and servicing, repair and statutory inspection can be arranged through WOLFF Onsite.
Suitable Applications
Chemical and paint stores, food and beverage, waste and recycling, and any operation moving drums by forklift or telehandler.
How to Use
- Slide the clamp onto the forks and secure with the hand screws.
- Approach the drum squarely with the arms open.
- Drive forward until the arms locate around the drum.
- Lift — the arms close and grip as the weight comes on.
- Set the drum down fully; the arms release and the truck reverses clear.
Warning: The clamp relies on the drum's weight to grip. Never lift an empty or part-filled drum where the weight may be insufficient to maintain the hold, and never lift more than one drum per arm set.
Safety Information
- Confirm the hand screws are tight before every use.
- Approach squarely — an angled approach can dislodge the drum.
- Never travel with the drum raised higher than necessary.
- Keep personnel clear of the load path at all times.
- Do not use with damaged, corroded or deformed drums.
Inspection and Maintenance
Inspect the arms, pivots and fork pockets weekly for wear and distortion. Check the hand screws and their threads. Withdraw from service if any arm shows cracking or permanent deformation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does it grip without hydraulics?
The arms are geometrically arranged so that lifting force pulls them inward. The heavier the drum, the tighter the grip. Setting the drum down removes that force and the arms open.
Q: Which model do I need?
WRDG10 for single steel drums, WRDG20 to lift two at once, WRDG40 where you handle a mix of steel and plastic and need the adjustment.
Q: Will it fit my forklift?
Check your fork section against the fork pocket dimensions above. Most standard forks fit; confirm before ordering if your truck has non-standard forks.
Q: Can it handle plastic drums?
The WRDG40 adjustable model can. The WRDG10 and WRDG20 are for steel.
Q: Is it covered by LOLER?
Yes — a fork-mounted clamp suspends the load, so it requires a thorough examination every 12 months, or 6 months if lifting people. We can arrange this.
