Gorilla GOR1200-COM 9 cu. ft. steel utility wagon
Compare a utility-wagon layout with 9 cu. ft. of bed capacity and a 1200 lb maximum rated load. Measure its route and judge a manageable load for your own garden.
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Gorilla GCG-12 12 cu. ft. poly dump cart
A 12 cu. ft. poly dump cart with a 1,600 lbs. manufacturer load limit.
The GCG-12 is a useful choice when you want a dump bed for mulch, soil, and other loose garden loads.
- Good for
- Unloading loose material around beds and borders.
- Look elsewhere if
- Your route or storage cannot comfortably take this cart.
- The tradeoff
- The 12 cu. ft. bed needs a clear route and parking space.
At a glance
- Max Load
- 1,600 lbs.
- Cu. Ft. Capacity
- 12
- Product Dimensions
- 54.1″ x 36.8″ x 29.1″
- Bed Dimensions
- 48.5″ x 34″
- Bed Material
- Maintenance-Free Poly
- Handle Type
- Convertible Pull/Tow Handle
Why it earns a look
- 12 cu. ft. bed capacity.
- Pneumatic tires are the distinguishing part of this setup.
- A convertible pull/tow handle.
Where it asks for a compromise
- The 12 cu. ft. bed needs a clear route and parking space.
- A high load rating does not make a full cart easy to move over every garden surface.
Picture the whole trip through the garden
The GCG-12 belongs on the shortlist when the 12 cu. ft. bed fits the work you have lined up. The dumping bed gives loose mulch and soil a direct way out at the destination. Measure the narrowest part of the route before choosing by capacity. A cart that passes the gate still needs space for a turn and a place to stand between jobs.
Choose the wheel and handle arrangement
Pneumatic tires are the distinguishing part of this setup. The convertible pull/tow handle gives this model its handling arrangement. Think about the loaded route from shed to bed, including soft ground and tight corners. Start with a manageable load and follow the operating instructions; the published maximum is a limit, not a suggested everyday load.
Living with it in the garden
Load the bed evenly and keep the route clear.
Empty and clean the cart as the manufacturer recommends before putting it away.
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What is the GCG-12 bed capacity?
Gorilla lists 12 cu. ft.
Can this model dump its load?
Yes. It has a dumping bed; use the release and load limits in the instructions.
What should I measure before ordering?
The full cart measures 54.1″ x 36.8″ x 29.1″. Measure gates, turns, and the storage space.
Full specifications, manuals & sources
Model details
- Full model name
- Gorilla Carts Poly Dump Cart 1600 lb Capacity, 12 Cu Ft, Quick Release Dump
- Amazon ASIN
- B0CSKQDCSJ
- Cart format
- Dump cart
- Material
- Resin/plastic
- Capacity
- 12 cu. ft.
- Maximum rated load
- 1600 lb
- Tire type
- Pneumatic
- Towable
- yes
- Brand
- Gorilla Carts
Manuals & product information
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Product information checked 2026-10-29. Our assessment uses the linked specifications and manuals; it does not represent a hands-on test. Editorial standards & corrections.