MECO Drum Sling Lift 55 gallon drums from the horizontal position with this simple and effective sling consisting of two 18.5in legs of .5in steel round bar with a 1000 lb capacity. 3in x 6in steel lifting ring is designed to handle hooks of all standard overhead lifting systems. Lifting ring also accommodates 4in forklift tines. This drum sling is to be used only with steel drums only.