MECO Medium Duty Self-Dumping Hopper — 1/2 Cu. Yd. | SDHM050 The MECO SDHM050 is a medium duty self-dumping hopper with a 1/2 cubic yard capacity and a 2,000 lb load capacity. Built from 12 gauge steel with a 7 gauge base, it's designed for handling heavy, bulky scrap, in-process materials, castings, wood and metal chips, recyclables, and sludge in demanding industrial environments. Hoppers are designed for forklift handling and tip forward automatically at the correct fork height for complete discharge of contents, then return to the upright position. A positive locking latch prevents accidental dumping. Ships fully assembled in high-visibility orange enamel finish. Available in orange or gray enamel (add suffix "–G" to model number for gray finish). Key Features 2,000 lb load capacity — Medium Duty construction for the most demanding applications 1/2 cubic yard capacity — overall dimensions: W 29" × L 53" × H 30½" 12 gauge steel body / 7 gauge base — welded watertight construction prevents leakage for wet or dry use Positive locking latch — prevents accidental dumping; easy-to-use mechanism 2" formed top lips — increase rigidity and eliminate sharp edges Safety chain — secures hopper to handling vehicle during transport Eight precision-aligned rocker lugs per side — ensure smooth, consistent tipping operation Extra-deep fork openings — H 2½" × W 18½" — accommodate standard forklifts Interlocking stacking guides — Stackable up to 3 high (empty units only, same size, not when loaded). Ships fully assembled — ready to use immediately upon delivery Made in USA — manufactured by MECO Omaha Available in orange or gray enamel — both standard colors at the same price Self-Dumping Hopper Duty Ratings MECO offers three duty ratings to match your application and budget: Extra Heavy Duty (SDHX) — 7 ga. steel / 7 ga. base — up to 6,000 lb capacity — for the most demanding environments Heavy Duty (SDHH) — 10 ga. steel / 7 ga. base — up to 4,000 lb capacity — for high-volume industrial use Medium Duty (SDHM) — 12 ga. steel / 7 ga. base — up to 2,000 lb capacity — for lighter applications Specifications Specification Detail Model SDHM050 Duty Rating Medium Duty Capacity 1/2 cubic yards Load Capacity 2,000 lbs Steel Gauge (Body) 12 gauge Steel Gauge (Base) 7 gauge Overall Width 29" Overall Length 53" Overall Height 30½" Fork Opening Height 2½" Fork Opening Width 18½" Approximate Weight 384 lbs Stackable Yes — up to 3 high (empty, same size, not when loaded) Color Orange enamel (standard) Ships Fully assembled Manufacturer MECO Omaha (Modern Equipment Company, Inc.) Made In USA Customization & Accessories Compatible Caster Kits Add mobility to your hopper with a set of 4 casters. The following kits are compatible with this hopper based on its 2,000 lb capacity: Mold-On Rubber Caster Kit — compatible SKUs: CK625VR, CK820VR, CK825VR Steel Caster Kit — compatible SKUs: CK620SS, CK625SS, CK820SS, CK825SS Phenolic Caster Kit — compatible SKUs: CK620PH, CK625PH, CK820PH, CK825PH Polyurethane Caster Kit — compatible SKUs: CK620PU, CK625PU, CK820PU, CK825PU Hinged Lids Hinged lids are available for all MECO self-dumping hoppers and must be factory installed — contact us before ordering if you need a lid. Note that hoppers with lids are not stackable, and the addition of a lid may alter the tipping operation. Available in orange or gray enamel. Contact us at [email protected] or (929) 577-4339 for pricing. Color Options Available in high-visibility orange enamel (standard) or gray enamel at no additional charge. To order gray, select the Gray variant on this page. Shipping & Returns Shipping Policy This hopper ships fully assembled via freight from MECO Omaha's facility in Omaha, NE (FOB Omaha, NE). A forklift or suitable lifting device is required on-site to unload. Standard liftgate service is not available. Estimated lead times based on total order value: Order Value Lead Time $0 – $1,000 1–2 weeks $1,001 – $5,000 2–3 weeks $5,001 – $10,000 2–4 weeks $10,001 – $20,000 4–6 weeks $20,001 – $40,000 5–7 weeks $40,001+ 8 weeks A 3.9% credit card processing fee applies to all orders. Residential and rural delivery surcharges may apply. Freight cost is calculated at checkout based on your delivery location. Return Policy Return Policy Details Return Window 30 days from delivery Restocking Fee 20% Damaged / Missing Items Additional 20% refurbished fee applies Return Shipping Buyer responsible for all return freight costs Special Orders / Lids Not returnable To initiate a return, contact us at [email protected] or (929) 577-4339 within 30 days of delivery.
