Rooftop Snow Removal Machines for Truck Fleets: Comparing Models
The benefits of removing snow from your fleet’s rooftops are no mystery. From fuel economy to highway safety, taking time to clear your trucks, vans and trailers is always worthwhile.
Beyond your drivers, others on the road are at risk when snow blowing from a truck’s roof impacts road visibility or rooftop ice becomes a projectile.
Scraper Systems™ Truck Scraper Buyer’s Guide
After a snowstorm, Scraper Systems rooftop fleet plows get your operation back up and running safely, efficiently, and in full compliance.
There are multiple options to fit your fleet’s needs. Knowing which to consider starts with one basic question: should you choose a heavy-duty unit or a lighter model? Let’s break down the differences.
Heavy-duty vs. Medium-duty
A smart decision starts with understanding what matters most. Factors like climate, vehicle type, and fleet size are obvious considerations, but some elements are easier to overlook.
- How much space is available in the yard for snow removal?
- Do you have required power available at your site?
- Will your machine be relocated in the off-season?
Answers to these questions are critical for matching you with the right machine. Can a medium-duty fleet plow do the job? Or is heavy-duty the best option for your application?
Our experts will get you the right machine for any application. But to stat, this guide will quickly help you know what to plan for by comparing two of our snow removal models. View the PDF comparison.
| Heavy-Duty | Medium-Duty | |
| Model | Fleet Plow 440T: Portable with OneTAP™ Full Automation | Fleet Plow MD-12: Portable with Push Button Automation |
| Duty | Heavy-Duty (HD) | Medium-Duty (MD) |
| Vehicles | Trucks/trailers to 14′-0″ (4.2 m) | Trucks/trailers to 13′-6″ (4.0 m) |
| Fleet Size | Larger | Smaller |
| Snow Depth (heavy, wet) | 24″ (60 cm) | 12″ (30 cm) |
| Warranty | 2 years parts, 1 year labor | 2 years parts, 1 year labor |
| Power Source | 110V/20A single phase requires extension cord or inverter generator (option) | 12 Volt deep cycle battery (included). 89 cycles per charge at 0F,-18C |
| Drive-Thru Opening | 14′-8″ wide (4.5 m) | 12′-0″ wide (3.6 m) |
| Footprint (overall outside dimensions) | 18′-10″ x 18′-7″ (5.8 m x 5.7 m) = 350 SF (32.4 sq. m) | 16′-4″ x 11′-2″ (4.9 m x 3.4 m) = 183 SF (16.7 sq. m) |
| Portability | Screw jacks with 12″ single wheel casters. Removable tow bars. | Screw jacks with 8″ single wheel casters. Removable tow bars. |
| Hoist | Industrial chain hoist (1/2-ton) | Wire-rope hoist (800 lbs) |
| Automation | OneTAP™ Full Automation | Hand-held, push button pendant control |
| Installation | Dealer Required | Dealer optional |
| Plow | Deep-V™ plow blade assembly (800 lbs, 13′-0″ wide) with squeegee | Deep-V™ plow blade assembly (400 lbs, 11′-0″ wide) with squeegee |
Larger fleets, harsher winters
Fleet plow 440T (Heavy-duty standard fleet plow with OneTAP full automation)
The most popular Scraper Systems model is North America’s most trusted solution for powered, fast, portable snow removal and controls that feature full automation.
- Vehicles: trucks, trailers, box trucks and most delivery vans from 8’4” to 14’0” (2.6 m to 4.2 m) high. Drive-through width of 14’8” (4.5 m)
- Throughput: up to 400 vehicles per day with 24” (60 cm) snowfall
- Operating temperature: to -40°F (-40°C)
- Controls: OneTAP™ with full automation
- Portability: screw jacks with 12” single-wheel casters
- Power source: on-site single phase (110 – 120V / 20A); or portable power kit option with inverter generator
- Yard space: 18’10” x 18’7” (5.8 m x 5.7 m) 350 sq. ft. (32.4 sq. m)
- Options: brush plow
- Other heavy-duty models:
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- 440S – portable standard plow and handheld control with AutoUp™
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- 110T – fixed base standard plow with OneTAP full automation
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- 110S – fixed base standard plow and handheld control with AutoUp
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- 200 Series – fixed base standard plow with extended drive-through widths up to 35’ and handheld up/down controls
Smaller fleets, fewer snowfalls
Fleet plow MD-12 (standard medium-duty)
This budget-friendly Scraper Systems model clears trucks, trailers, box trucks and most delivery vans. The footprint of our MD-12 is almost half of a heavy-duty 440T.
- Vehicles: trucks, trailers, box trucks and most delivery vans from 7’2” to 13’6” (2.2 m to 4.0 m) high. Drive-through width of 12’0” (3.6 m)
- Throughput: up to 80 vehicles per day with 12” (30 cm) snowfall
- Operating temperature: to -20° F (-29° C)
- Controls: handheld push-button pendant with basic up/down function
- Portability: standard; screw jacks with 8” single-wheel casters
- Power source: 12V deep cycle battery
- Footprint: 11’2” x 16’4” (3.4 m x 4.9 m), 182.2 sq. ft. (16.7 sq. m)
- Options: brush plow; self-assembly
Plan for winter performance
The right rooftop snow removal system helps support safe operations, protect your vehicles and ensure you stay on schedule. You don’t want to underestimate your needs — and you don’t want to invest more than you need.
Scraper Systems fleet plows are built for reliability, proven by more than 25 years of operation in the harshest winter conditions, snowfall after snowfall.
Talk to an expert to evaluate your fleet, environment, and yard so they can recommend a setup that fits your goals and budget.