The Norwesco Saddle 400 Gallon is a steel cradle that gives a 400-size Norwesco tank a stable, dedicated bearing surface instead of improvised support from blocks, rails, or a bare deck. One point worth noting up front: Norwesco lists this piece under Flat Bottom Cradles, while the catalog name is Saddle 400 Gallon. Before ordering, confirm with us which tank bottom profile it carries — that one check prevents a mismatched pairing between cradle and tank.
Specifications
Steel construction, 130 lb shipping weight, and overall dimensions of 96" long by 42" wide by 22" high, for a footprint of 42" x 96". Check those numbers against the technical drawing on this page and against the deck, skid, or pad where the assembly will sit — the cradle's footprint, not the tank's dimensions, is what determines the space you need to reserve. Also add the cradle's 22" of stand height to your tank height when checking overhead clearance on a truck bed, trailer, or covered pad. The cradle itself has no plumbing connections; all fittings and gaskets live on the tank it carries. If you are still finalizing which tank goes on top, the Tank Sizing Calculator and Tank Sizing Guide can help you settle capacity before you commit to support hardware.
The mistake to avoid
The most common error with tank cradles is treating them as interchangeable. A cradle is sized for a specific tank — this one carries the "400" designation, and pairing it with a different tank size risks improper support. Note as well that the 130 lb weight is a handling figure, not restraint: secure the cradle and tank per your transport requirements, and call 866-418-1777 to confirm mounting details for your setup. A full tank on a cradle also needs a foundation or deck rated for the combined loaded weight; for stationary installations on concrete, our guide to concrete pad sizing for above-ground polyethylene tanks covers how to think about the pad under the whole assembly.
Freight and availability
This cradle ships LTL from the nearest of three plants — St. Bonifacius, MN; Tooele, UT; or Washington Court House, OH — whichever is closest to your delivery ZIP. Freight is quoted live to your ZIP, not bundled into the list price.
Get your shipping number in seconds with the Freight Cost Estimator, or call 866-418-1777 and we will confirm cradle-to-tank fit and freight to your site in one conversation.
