What load capacities are available?
Three capacities: 2,000 lb, 4,000 lb and 6,000 lb. The rating is in the model number — TM-20 and TMS-20 are 2,000 lb, TM-40 and TMS-40 are 4,000 lb, TM-60 and TMS-60 are 6,000 lb. Choose the rating above the heaviest loaded container you plan to tilt; there are no intermediate capacity steps in this range.
What power options can I order?
Four arrangements: AC power, DC power, air/oil reciprocating, and DC with foot control. AC models such as TM-20-AC run from line power, DC models run from a battery, and air/oil reciprocating models work from a compressed air supply. Foot control is listed only on the standard Tilt Master at 2,000 lb and 4,000 lb (TM-20-DC-FC, TM-40-DC-FC).
How does the Tilt Master Straddle differ from the standard Tilt Master?
The straddle (TMS) versions cost more but cover the same capacities and power types. Straddle models are offered at 2,000, 4,000 and 6,000 lb with AC, air/oil and DC power, starting at $5,820.35, against $5,593.54 for the standard TM at 2,000 lb. Footprint dimensions aren't listed here, so confirm base clearances against your containers before ordering.
Which models have a powered traction drive?
Four: TM-20-DC-PTDS, TM-40-DC-PTDS, TMS-20-DC-PTDS and TMS-40-DC-PTDS, all DC powered and priced from $10,631.17 to $12,243.19. They are built at 2,000 lb and 4,000 lb only — no 6,000 lb traction version is listed. These are the most expensive units in the range, so specify one only if the tilter has to travel under its own power.
What accessories are sold separately?
Two: a retrofit chute (TM-CHUTE, $305.89) and a single 12V AGM battery (AGM-UPG-1-12V, $447.90). The chute is listed as an optional retrofit made for the unit, so it can be added after the tilter is in service. The battery applies to DC-powered models. Neither item is included in the price of a complete tilter.
Where is it made and what warranty applies?
All models are made in the USA by Vestil Manufacturing and carry a 1-Year Limited warranty. The line covers 26 model numbers from $305.89 to $12,243.19, a span that includes the two accessories as well as complete tilters. No coverage beyond the one-year limited warranty is stated in the product data for this range.
