Western 68800 Western Low-Profile 1000 Economy Poly Spreaders Tailgate Only
 
Capacity: 8.0 cu ft
Material: Salt & Fine Materials
Spread Pattern: Broadcast
 
CONSIDER IT DONE.
Get a better look at your high-quality work as you move onto the next job with the WESTERN® Low Profile tailgate spreaders. These high-density, single-stage, poly salt spreaders sit lower on trucks to deliver top spreader performance without affecting the operator’s view from behind the wheel.
 
Corrosion-Resistant Hopper
The low profile tailgate spreaders feature corrosion-free polyethylene hoppers for long-lasting durability.
 
Material Delivery
Material is delivered by a powder coated, vertical steel auger. The unique design helps break up clumps and prevents material from spilling to provide long-lasting, reliable performance.
 
Spinner & Spreading Width
Models 500 and 1000 both feature a durable 10″ polyurethane spinner that delivers a spread pattern of up to 30′.
 
Receiver Mount (1000 Model)
A detachable 2-inch receiver style mount is needed (Sold Seperately)
 
Controls
Choose between a variable speed control with an “on/off” button and blast option to optimize material usage or a basic “on/off” toggle control (controls are sold separately).
 
Electric Drive Motor
A fully enclosed 12-volt electric, 1/3 HP motor is mounted inside a sealed housing, protecting it from corrosion.
 
Cover
A latching, molded polyethylene lid protects de-icing material from the elements.
 
Imperial  1000 
Vehicle Compatibility 
Full Size Trucks (Over 6,000 lb
GVWR)
Material Compatibility Bagged Ice Melters, Bagged
Rock Salt, Calcium Flakes* &
Calcium Chloride Pellets*
Capacity 8.00 cu ft
Spreading Width Up to 30' 
Approx. Weight (Empty)  105 lb Without Mount* 
Overall Dimensions (LxWxH)  19.5" x 50.5" x 35" 
Motor Electric, 12V, 1/3 hp Electric, 12V, 
Auger (Diam. x Length) 2.63" x 6" 
Spinner Size 10" 
Available Mounts 
Optional Fixed Mount, Class IV
Hitched Mount, Dual-Swing
Mount**
Hopper Construction Polyethylene