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Cattle Crowding Tub with Full Catwalk
The Sioux Steel 8-foot-model crowding tub connects a cattle holding area to a working alley for processing. Enclosed ribbed walls, four doors, and an adjustable outlet provide options for planning cattle flow through the handling system. A full catwalk is included for operator access.
Choose a left-hand or right-hand configuration to suit the direction of cattle movement and the location of the alley. The bolt-together construction allows sections to be disassembled for relocation or replacement. See our related cattle calving equipment for other handling setups.
What Does a Cattle Crowding Tub Do?
A crowding tub gathers a small working group of cattle from a holding pen and guides them toward the narrower working alley. The alley then leads to a squeeze chute, weighing area, or loadout, depending on the facility. This transition helps organize cattle movement so the next animal can approach the processing point as space becomes available.
For a ranch handling cattle for vaccination, identification, weighing, or other routine work, the tub provides a defined approach to the rest of the equipment. Its value comes from keeping the holding area, gates, and working alley connected in a planned sequence, with cattle moving through the system rather than being repeatedly redirected across an open pen.
Crowding Tub Specifications
| Model | 8-foot cornerless crowding tub |
|---|---|
| Overall length | 16 ft |
| Overall height | 81 in |
| Enclosed wall height | 6 ft |
| Frame | 2-inch square tubing |
| Wall construction | Enclosed ribbed steel |
| Doors | Four |
| Outlet adjustment | 19–28 in |
| Catwalk | Full catwalk included |
| Removable walkways | Two 15-inch-wide outside walkways |
| Shipping width | Under 8.5 ft with walkways removed |
| Configurations | Left-hand or right-hand |
Configuration and Working Photos
View the photos below to compare left-hand and right-hand arrangements, door positions, and examples of cattle moving through the tub. Swipe the main image on mobile or select a thumbnail to change views.
How the Walls, Gates, and Catwalk Help
Enclosed sides limit cattle's view of movement outside the tub, helping focus attention on the route ahead. The cornerless arrangement provides a curved gathering area leading toward the outlet. These features can support a more orderly approach, while lighting, footing, animal behavior, and handling practices still influence whether cattle move willingly.
The four doors offer entry, exit, and routing options when incorporated into the facility plan. Confirm the position and travel of each door for the selected configuration. A gate that opens into the wrong part of the working area can interrupt flow even when the tub itself fits the available space.
The included catwalk gives handlers an outside access route and a view into the working area. Plan its position with nearby fencing, gates, and escape routes so it remains accessible during operation. The removable walkways and bolt-together construction are also useful when arranging delivery access, relocation, or future panel replacement.
Plan the Connection to Your Alley
The outlet adjusts from 19 to 28 inches. Confirm that its width, height, attachment points, and approach align with the selected alley and chute. An adjustable outlet does not establish compatibility with every handling system.
Compare both configuration views with your site plan, allowing for door movement, walkway access, and the direction animals will enter and leave. Use the manufacturer's current dimensional drawing to confirm the complete footprint and operating clearances before ordering.
Choosing Left-Hand or Right-Hand Configuration
Start with the location of your holding pens and the direction cattle need to travel through the alley. Compare that route with the configuration diagram in the gallery, then consider where handlers will stand, how doors will open, and how cattle will return to a pen or continue toward loading. Choose the arrangement that fits the complete working system, not just the space available for the tub.
A smooth transition depends on more than outlet width. Match the adjoining equipment's connection height and attachment method, provide suitable drainage and footing, and allow room for maintenance access. Share a sketch of the proposed layout with Barn World if you need help comparing configurations.
Handling and Installation Considerations
The cornerless layout and enclosed walls are intended to support controlled cattle movement and limit outside visual distractions. Animal behavior, stocking, gate operation, and handler technique still affect flow. The design does not eliminate trapping or injury risks.
Prepare the installation area and secure the equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions. Keep operator access and exits clear, inspect doors and fasteners, and use handling procedures suited to the cattle and facility.
Contact Barn World at (720) 238-2190, Sales@BarnWorld.com, or through chat for configuration assistance and delivery planning.