A stainless 14.5-gallon scalder with a basket, drain and lid included, for one or two chickens at a time. Buy it from Stromberg’s or Mann Lake, not the pricier Amazon listing.
Amazon $599.99
A double-wall stainless 13-gallon scalder with a wide thermostat range and a drain spigot, for one or two chickens at a time.
- 13 galBatch
- 1,500 WPower
- 86 to 230 °FTemperature
Price checked November 8, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Double-wall stainless tub holds its heat and cleans easily
- Wide 86-230 F thermostat covers scalding and shrink bags
- Large spigot drains it without tipping the tank
- Holds one or two chickens at a time
- No dunker or lid listed
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Specifications
| Model number | 1644 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Type | Scalder |
| Batch | 13 gal |
| Maker says | 1-2 chickens |
| Price per bird or gallon | $38.44 |
| Power | |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Heater | 1,500 W |
| Heater power per gallon | 115 W |
| Voltage | 120 V |
| Scalding | |
| Temperature range | 86 to 230 °F |
| Temperature control | Yes |
| Drain valve | Yes |
| Build | |
| Tank material | Double-wall stainless steel |
| Weight | 46 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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