Lightweight Strength. Bulk Efficiency. Maximum Payload.
The Aluminum Sand Hopper is built for operators who specialize in high-volume dry bulk transport, especially sand for oilfield, construction, and frac operations. Crafted from high-strength, corrosion-resistant aluminum, this hopper delivers the perfect balance of lightweight performance and rugged durability that bulk haulers need. The streamlined design, fast unload features, and DOT-compliant construction ensure maximum payload capacity and minimal downtime on every profitable run.
The aluminum construction gives you a serious weight advantage that translates directly to more payload and higher profits per load. While steel hoppers eat into your capacity with heavy tare weight, this aluminum unit maximizes what you can legally haul. The corrosion-resistant properties mean it stands up to the harsh conditions of sand transport and chemical exposure that destroy lesser trailers over time.
Fast unload features keep your operation moving at the pace that bulk transport demands. Time spent waiting at job sites costs money, and this hopper’s efficient discharge system gets you unloaded and back on the road quickly. The streamlined design reduces wind resistance for better fuel economy on long hauls, while the robust construction handles the constant loading and unloading cycles that define bulk operations.
Built specifically for the demanding world of sand and dry bulk transport, every component is engineered to handle the abrasive materials and high-volume operations that define this specialized market. The DOT-compliant construction ensures trouble-free inspections, while the durable aluminum fabrication provides years of reliable service in the tough conditions of oilfield and construction work.
For operators who make their living moving sand and dry bulk materials, the Aluminum Sand Hopper delivers the lightweight efficiency and specialized performance that maximizes every haul. When payload capacity directly impacts profitability, this hopper provides the weight advantage and durability that keeps bulk operations competitive in demanding markets.
Tare Weight: 9,500 lbs
Payload Capacity: 27 tons
Color: Standard White
Overall Length: 40 feet
Overall Height: 135 inches
Overall Width: 97 inches
Frame: Extruded aluminum frame/structure
Reinforcement: Braces
Body: Aluminum sheet metal sides, top and ends
Subframes: Steel
Landing Gear: (2) HJ Rockwell 2 speed jacks
Static Load Capacity: 80 tons/pair
Upper Plate: Oscillating plate with kingpin
Top Loading Gate: Remote controlled, Shurco Smart
Top Gate Size: 116″ length x 19″ width
Bottom Loading Gate: Remote controlled, Shurco Smart
Bottom Gate Size: 25″ length x 177″ width
Top Access: Aluminum front end ladder, anti-slip steps