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Loadhandler Pickup Truck Unloader — Heavy-Duty Full-Size Professional Model, 3,000-Lb. Capacity, Model# LH3000

Item# 352
Loadhandler Pickup Truck Unloader — Heavy-Duty Full-Size Professional Model, 3,000-Lb. Capacity, Model# LH3000

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Loadhandler Pickup Truck Unloader — Heavy-Duty Full-Size Professional Model, 3,000-Lb. Capacity, Model# LH3000

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  • Durable commercial grade construction for use with any load
  • Heavy-duty full-size professional model
  • 3,000-lb. capacity handles large loads
  • Fits 62–69in.W tailgates
  • Unloads a full pickup truck load in as little as 30 seconds

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Product Summary

The Loadhandler® Pickup Truck Unloader quickly turns your pickup into a dump truck. The easy-to-install Loadhandler has adjustable metal brackets that belt onto the tailgate of your truck; no welding, cutting or drilling necessary. Just load up the drag sheet, then use the crank system with heavy-duty roller bar to unload a full load of rock, soil, mulch, firewood, feed and more in as little as 30 seconds. Saves time while reducing stress on your back.

What's Included

  • (1) Cargo unloader

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Features + Benefits

  • Durable commercial grade construction for use with any load
  • Heavy-duty full-size professional model
  • 3,000-lb. capacity handles large loads
  • Fits 62–69in.W tailgates
  • Unloads a full pickup truck load in as little as 30 seconds
  • Belt-on mounting system requires no welding, cutting or drilling
  • Attaches and detaches quickly and easily for use whenever you need it
  •  Rubber stopper ends leave no scratches when attached to vehicle
  • Perfect for commercial applications and frequent home use

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

352

Brand

Load Handler

Manufacturer's Warranty

12 months limited parts / No labor

Ship Weight

32.0 LB
AttributeSpecification

Capacity

3,000 lb

Works With

Heavy-Duty Full-Size Pickups and 62–69 in. Tailgates

Includes

Loadhandler System

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Questions & Answers

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  1. I have to load sand by hand shovel.can you leave the tail gate open to load then close or does the tailgate has to be closed

    1. load with the tailgate down and then close or load with the tailgate down until partially filled ,close the tailgate and finish filling. It will not unload any sand that spills beyond the width of the fabric.

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    2. The tailgate can remain open when you load. The tarp is mounted on the tailgate and pulled to the front of the bed. I pull the tarp up the front of the bed and tuck it behind the bed. It really is a simple process.

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    3. Yes.... I do it..

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    4. You can load - just need to make sure the tarp doesn't collect sand at the bed-gate point

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    5. This Loadhandler requires the truck's tailgate be closed when loading the truck bed.

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  2. Will load handler work with sprayed in bed lines?

    1. The liner must be slippery. I have seen some liners that are rough and I do not think this will work.

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    2. No way! It must be a smooth surface.

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    3. No, the instruction tell you it has to have a plastic bedliner or the 2 sided slick mat they sell to go with it. Spray in liners are too rough the sheet will hang up.

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    4. No it will not. You must buy the double mat to provide a smooth surface for the fabric to slide on.

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    5. This Load Handler cargo unloader will need the double bed mat if your truck has a non-slip spray-in bed liner. Check out my product recommendations below.

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  3. is it one size fits all i have a ford f150 4 x4

    1. I have a '01 Ford F-150. It works on it!

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    2. I have a F-150. Fits perfectlly between the wheel wells.

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    3. Yes, it loosens and tightens to fit snuggly on your tailgate. Not recomended for newer trucks with a Wide top on tailgate

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    4. i have an f250 which is about the same size it fits well and is very easy to use

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    5. This will fit all makes, models and years except the step side vehicles.

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  4. How does this work with fire wood?

    1. It does, but does not completely unload the load Wood snags on the corners of the bed and the belt will snag and tear on the tailgate latch bolts.

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    2. I have used the unloader for hauling 4' 6-8" diameter logs out of the woods to a cleared chainsaw cutting area and then to haul 18" lengths to drying/storage area and if the loads are kept centered and about truck bed height it works fine> I have installed the slick pad under the fabric and that helps a lot.

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    3. Works good.

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    4. This would be the model to use for firewood. As firewood is very heavy you just need to be sure to crank it slowly and also be sure to watch that wood does not get stuck behind the wheel wells as this would lock it up.

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  5. would this work for landscaping like I mow a lot of grass will it work for grass and be fine

    1. I hauled crush concrete so grass should be fine

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    2. I have filled the back of my F-150 with mushroom soil and composted leaf mulch from the local recycle center. It will pull that out with ease. It does leave some in the bed behind and on top of the wheel wells. A rake or a broom will take care of that. I'll take that over having to unload the truck with a shovel or a pitchfork anytime. They do caution you about leaving the load too long in the bed. Apparently it can "set up" and be difficult to remove. I also have a plastic bedliner that probably reduces the holding friction.

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    3. YES.. Use mine for rock, trash, grass.... Works great

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    4. Yes, the Loadhandler unloader will work great for your application. With a 3000 pound load capacity you will be able to haul a lot of grass.

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  6. HOW DO YOU STOP YOUR TAILGATE PAINT FROM GETTING MARKED UP

    1. Get the tailgate cover from an old bed liner, or just cut a piece off a scrapped bed liner and screw it to the tailgate.

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    2. I installed mine over a bed line, so that kept anything from getting scratched. This is no harder on your truck bed than shoveling.

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    3. There is no exact way to keep the tailgate free from paint being worn or chipped with this Loadhandler Pickup Truck Unloader. The Manufacture offers the idea of cutting their Loadhandler Double Mat to size, to cover your tailgate. Or you could use another similar item that is non-friction, to help protect your paint.

      Please see my recommendation below:

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  7. Will this drag a load of aggregate over bed rails left behind after removal of a fifth wheel hitch?

    1. You want the surface to be clean and smooth and it will work great.

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    2. It would not be recommended to drag this over bed rails. They could snag and tear the drag sheet.

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  8. does this work if you have no bed liner?

    1. You need a smooth surface. An unlined bed needs to be in good shape. If there is rust or damage, the liner will not roll off without a lot of resistance. And you definately can't have a non-slip surface. There is no way it would work there!

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    2. The Load Handler cargo unloader will work without a bed liner but it is strongly suggested to use a bed liner for smoother and easier unloading of the material.

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  9. I only have a 5th wheel tailgate, will it work?

    1. It would only work if you remove the 5th wheel mount. It needs a flat surface to work on.

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    2. No, this product must be used on a regular tailgate. It operates best on a smooth surface, that is why a bed mat is recommended. With a fifth wheel tailgate, the product you are unloading would weigh down the dragsheet in the tailgate opening.

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  10. Wide Tailgate w/hidden steps (over 4")

    Will it fit over a wider tailgate? It's over 4" at top and widens even further a couple inches down. Also, how long is the bumper strap. We have a loadhandler from 20+ years ago that won't fit and strap is too short and wondering if they have been made to accommodate the newer trucks.

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    1. This will fit the wider top tailgates. The straps are long enough to accommodate any standard height tailgate.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

12 months limited parts / No labor