Crysteel Manufacturing says the versatile High ‘N Slide multi-function tailgate, part of its Select dump body program, offers traditional dump-through, sliding, as well as high-lift functionality in a single tailgate. Through a simple mechanical adjustment the tailgate switches from high-lift, with 21 in. of clearance, to sliding mode. Traditional dump-through is always available.

The high-lift mode is ideal for emptying large bulky items like rip-rap without damaging the tailgate, says the manufacturer, or for brush removal without having to lay the tailgate down. In sliding configuration, the tailgate allows users to control the metering of salt, sand, pea gravel and other materials. It’s also said to provide easy access to mulch, asphalt, etc., without raising the dump body when shovel loads are required.

The Select body program allows end users to design a custom dump body without incurring the extra cost and lead time normally associated with custom designed products.