The 6 Best Tailgate Salt Spreaders

This wiki has been updated 21 times since it was first published in December of 2018. Falling temperatures bring snow and ice, which, in turn, lead to increased chores as you have to clear driveways and paths for safety. Designed for residential or commercial use on a truck or SUV, these tailgate salt spreaders will save you a lot of time and labor when you need to remove precipitation from asphalt or concrete. We chose our selections based on overall build quality and features. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 21 times since it was first published in December of 2018. Falling temperatures bring snow and ice, which, in turn, lead to increased chores as you have to clear driveways and paths for safety. Designed for residential or commercial use on a truck or SUV, these tailgate salt spreaders will save you a lot of time and labor when you need to remove precipitation from asphalt or concrete. We chose our selections based on overall build quality and features. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. SaltDogg TGSUV1B

With its 4.4 cubic feet of capacity, the SaltDogg TGSUV1B (appx. $473) holds up to 331 pounds of rock salt and is meant for residential use. Its polyethylene hopper won't corrode with exposure to weather or salt, and it is mounted on a sturdy, powder-coated steel frame to resist rust.

No wiring required
14-foot broadcast range
Gravity fed so no vibrator needed

2. SaltDogg TGSUVPROA

The SaltDogg TGSUVPROA (about $1369) is ready for residential or light commercial work. Its auger and optional vibrator kit keep the salt flowing and prevent clogs, and you can turn them on or off and regulate the auger speed with in-cab controls.

Holds 330 pounds
Variable spinner speed
Wires directly to vehicle's battery

3. SaltDogg TGS07

Designed for heavy-duty commercial use on a 3/4-ton or 1-ton truck, the SaltDogg TGS07 (appx. $1800) features a horizontal auger that helps to reduce waste and provides better spread control. Its variable-speed spinner can broadcast a salt and sand mixture up to 30 feet.

825-pound capacity
Includes an installed vibrator
Covered by a 1-year warranty

4. SaltDogg TGS02

If you want some features of a commercial unit, such as an auger and vibrator, but you plan to use it for residential work, then the SaltDogg TGS02 (appx. $899) might be a good choice. It sports variable-speed controls like some of its bigger cousins, but holds just 300 pounds of salt.

12-volt dual-shaft motor
In-cab controller
Polyethylene spinner

5. SaltDogg TGS01B

The eight cubic-foot hopper on the SaltDogg TGS01B (about $1618) holds up to 600 pounds of free flowing rock salt, which its spinner will spread out as far as 30 feet. It's versatile, too: you can mount it on the step bumper or with an optional trailer hitch mount.

In-cab speed and power controls
Prewired for optional vibrator kit
Not intended for suvs

6. Meyer BL400

Designed for long driveways and small parking lots, the Meyer BL400 (around $1050) includes an integrated vibrator and auger, and its design prevents salt or ice melt from falling out when the spinner is stopped. But the motor tends to seize when material falls into it.

25-foot broadcast range
Dual-speed spinner
Mounting hardware not included

Last updated by Joseph Perry

An avid reader and outdoors enthusiast, Joe earned his doctorate in literary studies before making the lateral leap from academia to technical writing. He now lives and works in the inter-mountain West where he creates technical and marketing content, including white papers, solution briefs, and courseware for some of the world’s largest information technology companies. With more than 14 years of experience in the field, he has learned more than he ever thought he would know about such enterprise IT topics as cloud computing, storage, databases, business software, and networking. When he’s not writing about business computing, he can be found outdoors, probably hiking with his family and dog.

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