COVERAGE YOU CAN COUNT ONFor reliable, low maintenance performance, the WESTERN® Tornado™ hopper spreader has a variety of features built to put more control at your fingertips, delivering efficient salt and sand spreading operation. The rugged, one-piece poly broadcast spreader includes overlapping lids to provide unsurpassed protection for your salt or sand load. |
Corrosion-Resistant HopperThe one-piece, double-walled hopper is built of durable polyethylene for corrosion-free performance, whether using rock salt, calcium chloride, sand or any other type of de-icing material. |
Material DeliveryOne of the widest in the industry, the 15½" pintle chain conveyer delivers reliable, smooth, and consistent material flow to help reduce bridging. The corrosion-resistant stainless steel conveyor housing provides added protection and reliability. |
Dual Electric MotorsTwo instant-start, 12-volt electric motors provide quiet, reliable and independent control over the conveyor and spinner mechanisms. The spinner motor is sealed inside a weather-resistant housing, protecting it from corrosion. |
ControlsEnhanced dual variable-speed control allows you to precisely match material delivery and spread patterns to conditions. Four standard accessory buttons and a dedicated blast button provide optimum in-cab efficiency. Easy-to-understand, digital self-diagnostics alert the operator when the hopper is empty or when adjustments are needed, and LEDs make the controls easy to read. Its compact size compared to traditional controls fits easily into today’s modern truck cab designs. |
Spinner & Spreading WidthAn extra large 15½" polyurethane spinner delivers a spread pattern of up to 40' and provides long-lasting, corrosion-free performance. |
Adjustable Feed GateAn adjustable feed gate controls the amount of material flowing from the hopper to the spinner to regulate material flow. |
Drop ChuteThe adjustable-height poly drop chute accommodates both pickup truck and flatbed applications, ensuring a proper spreading height. The entire drop chute is easily removed for off-season storage. |
CoverThe two-piece poly hopper cover shields de-icing material from the elements. The Tornado™ spreader’s overlapping hopper design seals out moisture while molded water grooves direct runoff away from the hopper. When opened, the covers form a spill guard to keep overflow material out of your truck. |
Top ScreenThe standard coated steel top screen helps break up large chunks of de-icing material during the loading process to help prevent clogging and bridging during spreader operation. |
Accessory IntegrationConveniently connect accessories directly into the fully enclosed accessory hub mounted in the back of the hopper. Accessories automatically integrate with the hopper control without having to run additional wires from the front of the truck. |
CENTRAL POINT GREASE KITThe Central Point Grease Kit provides easy access to grease points, simplifying preventative maintenance greasing that is essential to maximize bearing life. |
PRE-WET SYSTEMThe pre-wet system accessory allows the operator to activate deicing material by applying a liquid deicing agent directly on the material prior to leaving the hopper, providing you with increased material efficiency and superior ice control. |
VIBRATOR KITLoosen up with this Vibrator Kit to help move stubborn material and prevent bridging. Featuring a 200V DC vibrator motor in a metal housing, our vibrator will help prevent bridging and clogging, improving material flow so you can do your job faster and better. |
Models | 1.5 cu yd | 1.8 cu yd | 2.5 cu yd |
Body Side Length | 7' | 8' | 8' |
Capacity | 1.5 cu yd | 1.8 cu yd | 2.5 cu yd |
Hopper Construction | Polyethylene | Polyethylene | Polyethylene |
Hopper Dimensions (LxWxH) | 96" x 45" x 44" | 104" x 45" x 44" | 104" x 45" x 51" |
Dimensions Overall (LxWxH) | 107 ½" x 63" x 53" | 115 ½" x 63" x 53" | 115 ½" x 63" x 60" |
Min. Bed Length | 76" | 84" | 84" |
Approx. Weight (Empty) | 591 lb | 660 lb | 734 lb |
Motor | Dual Electric, 12V, Sealed | Dual Electric, 12V, Sealed | Dual Electric, 12V, Sealed |
Conveyor Width | 15 ½" | 15 ½" | 15 ½" |
Spinner Size | 15 ½" | 15 ½" | 15 ½" |
Spreading Width | Up to 40' | Up to 40' | Up to 40' |
Material | Salt, Sand, Salt/Sand Mix | Salt, Sand, Salt/Sand Mix | Salt, Sand, Salt/Sand Mix |
Vehicle Application | 3/4- & 1-Ton Pickup Trucks | 3/4- & 1-Ton Pickup Trucks | Dump Body or Flatbed Trucks (Over 15,000 lb GVWR) |