A low cost large drum mixer for DIY slabs. Buy it knowing there is no stated warranty.
Amazon $299.99
A low cost large drum mixer for DIY slab work, with the usual budget trade offs of an open gear and no stated warranty.
- 5.3 cu ftDrum
- 1 hpMotor
- Ring gearDrive
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Large drum for patio and slab batches at a budget price
- Publishes a rated motor figure, not just a peak
- Spring loaded tilt wheel locks the drum at any angle
- Open ring gear needs regular greasing
- No published warranty or weight
- Listing mixes up capacity figures from the smaller model
The Silvel family
Every Silvel model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own drum size.
| Model | Drum | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer | 4.3 cu ft | 2.7/5 | $149.99 |
| SILVEL 5.3 cu ft Electric Mixer (this one) | 5.3 cu ft | 2.9/5 | $299.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its drum size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | KF100282US-02 |
|---|---|
| Drum | |
| Drum volume | 5.3 cu ft |
| Drum speed | 30 rpm |
| Motor and drive | |
| Motor | 1 hp |
| Motor watts | 550 W |
| Drive | Ring gear |
| Build | |
| Air-filled tires | No |
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