Western Plows Part # 78178-1

Poly Hopper Ii Module

Western Part # 78178-1 is a Poly Hopper II Module. This part refers to a specific section or component of the Western Poly Hopper II series of material spreaders. These are typically electric-driven, V-box style spreaders designed for spreading salt, sand, or a mix of materials.

Being a “module,” it indicates that this part is a self-contained, often pre-assembled, section of the overall poly hopper body. The “Poly” refers to its construction material, which is a durable, corrosion-resistant polyethylene. This material is highly beneficial for handling corrosive de-icing materials like salt, as it won’t rust or corrode over time like steel. The “Hopper II” denotes a specific generation or design series of Western’s poly hopper spreaders.

While the exact function of “Module” without further context (e.g., “front module,” “rear module,” “motor module”) can be broad, it most likely refers to a major structural section of the polyethylene hopper body itself. It would be a large, molded component that forms part of the material containment area.