1998 Smith #SSV11C S/S V-Box Hyd. Spreader
Comes with the spinner and top grates
Mechanically it is not operational due to the drive shaft sprocket bearing being removed
Once the bearing is replaced it should be in good working condition.
Sold AS IS for repair
Good Luck Bidding
The following general information is web-sourced and may contain variances from the subject unit:
The 1998 Smith #SSV11C Stainless Steel V-Box Hydraulic Spreader is a high-capacity, municipal-grade salt and sand spreader manufactured by Smith Metal Works. The model designation breaks down to SSV (Stainless Steel V-Bottom Municipal series), 11 (11-foot hopper length), and C (Conveyor delivery system). Engineered for heavy-duty winter maintenance on highways, large commercial lots, and municipal routes, this unit is highly valued for its corrosion resistance and dual hydraulic functionality.
Equipment Specifications
| Feature | Specification / Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Smith Metal Works (Newark, NY) |
| Model Series | SSV Municipal Spreader |
| Hopper Length | 11 Feet |
| Construction Material | Premium 304 Stainless Steel (11-gauge hopper body) |
| Drive Mechanism | Dual Hydraulic (High-speed orbital hydraulic motor setup) |
| Conveyor System | Heavy-duty pintle chain with welded or cast drive sprockets |
| Flow Control | Inverted "V" baffle system (reduces heavy material weight on the conveyor) |
| Safety Features | Heavy-duty galvanized top grates / screens |
| Discharge System | Material chute with adjustable external deflectors and an integrated spinner |
Core Functional Overview
- Corrosion-Resistant Hopper: Built using thick 11-gauge 304 stainless steel, the V-box structure prevents rust and decay from prolonged exposure to harsh rock salt, calcium chloride, and moisture.
- Hydraulic Reliability: Unlike temperamental gas engine spreaders, the hydraulic drive hooks directly into a truck's central hydraulic system, requiring a minimum fluid supply of roughly 10 GPM at 1500 PSI for seamless operational torque.
- Pintle Chain Conveyor: The "C" configuration utilizes a durable conveyor chain layout rather than an auger feed. This makes it highly efficient at delivering mixed materials, granular salt, or damp sand consistently without binding up.
- Top Grates & Inverted V: The integrated top screens protect the internal mechanism by breaking up large frozen salt clumps and keeping out oversized debris. The internal inverted "V" shield helps evenly distribute material weight to prevent the conveyor from jamming during startup.
TERMS of SALE:
All sales are final. No refunds will be issued. This item is being sold as is, where is, with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected this item and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this item at the buyer request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the item. Seller is NOT responsible for providing tools or heavy equipment to aid in removal. Items left on seller premises after this removal deadline will revert back to possession of the seller, with no refund.
