What quantities can ship ups.
Diameter of 55 gallon metal drum.
55 gallon drum dimensions specifications and details for 55 gallon drums.
Plastic drums are also uv protected and rust proof offering an extended life compared to a steel drum.
Typically a closed head 55 gallon steel drum has an outer height of 34 13 16 with an outer diameter of 23.
The 55 us gallon steel drum is an industry standard.
So average bulk 55 gallon drums are around 35 in height and 23 in diameter but there are slight variations.
An industry standard 55 gallon drums are ideal for storage and transport of dry goods.
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The steel adds another half inch making the external measurement a full 23 inches.
The size is commonly used for storing and transporting a wide array of contents and its use spans across countless industries.
Since steel adds another half inch to the typical 55 gallon drum dimensions in contrast to plastic closed head 55 gallon steel drums have an outer height of 34 13 16 inches or 35 inches with an outer diameter of 23 inches.
Uline stocks a huge selection of 55 gallon steel drums metal drums and metal barrels.
Check out the specs section on our individual product pages of the various bulk 55 gallon drums and bulk 55.
Drums in small quantities up to the 55 gallon size can ship ups.
These steel drums offer a firm and reliable structure that is capable of handling oil chemicals or even food or hazardous containment see ratings in the chart below.
For drums that are 10 gallons or less ups will accept larger quantities.
Generally quantities of up to 10 steel containers can ship via ups for drums 55 gallons or smaller.
Drums are made from plastic carbon steel stainless steel composite and fiber materials.
55 gallon plastic open top drum.
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The internal height will then usually be 33 inches.
While traditional 55 gallon drums are made of steel plastic drums have become increasingly common as a lightweight yet durable alternative.
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Internationally it is also known as a 208 litre drum.
Larger quantities of steel drums go either ltl common carrier or truckload.
Internal height measures 33 5 inches with an extra half inch for the steel making the barrel 34 inches.
Standard 55 gallon drums have a radius of 11 25 inches on the inside which means that the inner dimensions of these barrels measure 22 5 inches in diameter.
Internationally it is also known as a 208 litre drum.
