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Versatile ladder with 19 possible configurations
Can be positioned to act as a step ladder, extension ladder or twin A-frames
Patented no-pinch hinge for easy use and safety
Flared beam for added stability
Built from strong aircraft aluminum
Measures 13-feet tall (4 m)

Canadian Tire Warranty:

This product carries a 2 year exchange warranty redeemable at any Canadian Tire store.

VulcanVulcan Ladder, 13-foot

Overall Rating

4.5 out of 5

Durability

4.5 out of 5

Performance

4.5 out of 5

Features

4.9 out of 5

9 Versatile ladder with 19 possible configurations. Can be positioned to act as a step ladder, extension ladder or twin A-frames. Patented no-pinch hinge for easy use and safety. Flared beam for added stability

Overall Rating

5 out of 5

Durability

5 out of 5

Performance

5 out of 5

Features

5 out of 5

daviddyer2

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Vulcan ladder is great

Date:September 3, 2011

"This Vulcan ladder lets you have have several styles of ladders in a single design. The Vulcan converts quickly and easily from a step ladder, into an extension ladder, stairway ladder or wall ladder. If you purchase two of them they can be used as a scaffold frame.

Ladders are differentiated by their construction material, length, and load rating. This ladder is aluminum, which is a lot lighter than fibreglass.

Most homeowner can generally get by with a ladder that is high enough for them to clean out the gutters. Typically you want a ladder that is at least 4' longer than the highest point you need to reach (bearing in mind that your maximum reach is about 4' higher than the height of the ladder).

The 13' Vulcan in stepladder mode is ideal for working at fixed heights inside the home. In full extension mode it's long enough to reach the gutters on a single story house.

The Vulcan ladder is Type 1A, which means it can hold a lot of weight compared to the usual light-duty ladders sold to home owners. The extra load-bearing capability is handy if you are a heavy guy (225 Ibs) with a fully loaded tool belt (15-20 Ibs) or carrying a heavy load up to the roof. (A bundle of shingles weighs in around 70 Ibs.)

The Vulcan is very well constructed. Thick gauge aluminum, clean weld seams, and strong, tight, and secure hinges. The plastic hinge covers are great because they mean you won't pinch your hand when opening or closing the ladder.

Converting the ladder from one mode to another is very quick. The instructions recommend that you adjust the ladder by laying it flat on the ground, but I found you can make the conversions in an upright position.

The legs flare out at the bottom of the ladder, helping to add stability when it's fully extended. Large black ABS plastic feet provide a good footing on even, dry ground. There's no leg leveller or other adjustable footing.

This ladder takes up very little space when folded up for storage and switches easily from step ladder to extension ladder. It's not cheap, but it's great if you need a ladder than can do more than one job."

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Overall Rating

5 out of 5

Durability

5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

NonBiasedReviewer

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WOW!!

Date:November 1, 2010

"This ladder has been in my possession for 2+ years and let me say it as not disappointed what so ever! It has great features, incredibly strong ( I weigh 250 lbs and it holds me up, no problem) and it is just so convenient for so many different things. It works great in and out of the house and easily folds up for storage or transportation in the back of my car. Would definitely recommend over and over again. Absolutely great!! I picked it up for $99.99 so wait for a sale like I did."

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5 out of 5

Durability

5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

Loony

Location:North Vancouver, BC

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Perfect for small jobs.

Date:January 15, 2010

"This ladder is a perfect fit for many of the small jobs that I do in my apartment. It is a perfect size for those short on storage space."

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Overall Rating

4 out of 5

Durability

5 out of 5

Performance

4 out of 5

Features

5 out of 5

superc

Location:Kitchener, ON

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Awesome Ladder!

Date:December 29, 2009

"This ladder is so versatile and I like that it is rated to 300lbs. It feels strong and balanced even when standing on the top rung (which I shouldn't really be doing).

The only drawbacks are the price and that it is only 13 ft and I would have liked something a little longer like the 17ft model. Overall a great ladder."

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Overall Rating

5 out of 5

Durability

4 out of 5

Performance

5 out of 5

Features

5 out of 5

Tundramann

Location:Penticton BC

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Two Thumbs up

Date:December 29, 2009

"I bought this ladder for the storage purposes, when I went to use the ladder I was blown away by the strength and quality of construction of this ladder. I'm a big boy @ 260 lbs and I felt confidence at full extention. I can't say that with other ladders I've used well worth the money. The only downfall I can find with this product is the size of the rungs themselves, they are very narrow and hurt your feet if you spend any time on the ladder."

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Overall Rating

2 out of 5

Durability

1 out of 5

Performance

1 out of 5

Features

5 out of 5

Fred29

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Expensive junk ?

Date:November 20, 2009

"Sturdy, stable, multiple uses.
BUT ... the hinge lock on mine bent the first time I used it and now won't engage - so I can't open and close the ladder and lock it in place.
I haven't been able to speak to anyone at the manufacturer to find out how to get a replacement and install it ."

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Overall Rating

5 out of 5

Durability

5 out of 5

Performance

5 out of 5

Features

5 out of 5

danali2006

Location:Hanover, ON

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If you can lift it..buy it

Date:October 31, 2009

"Very sturdy and folds up to a compact size making it easy to store in a lot of smaller spaces."

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Overall Rating

5 out of 5

Durability

5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

UgotIt

Location:St.John's, NL

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Pretty good for the price!

Date:January 22, 2009

"Just purchased this ladder and its worth the price of $119. To give a few details for "would be buyers", its made in China,meets safety standards of ANSI and OSHA. Aluminum channel construction. Easy to use, can get the hang of it in about 5 minutes. Comes with an instruction sheet. Ad says 19 configurations, however there are 17 as stated on the box top. Ad says 13 feet, however fully extended from foot to foot it measures 11 feet. (must be taking into account for 2 feet of your body overhang?)
Looks generally well made, and storage height is 3 feet, 7 inches. Extension ladder height ranges from 7 to 11 feet, this is based on rung position and the locks engage the holes at the end of the rungs. Step ladder height ranges from 3 to 5 feet.
Hope this info helps."

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Overall Rating

5 out of 5

Durability

5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

bluroz

Location:Mississauga, ON

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Liked it so much I bought my parents one

Date:November 18, 2008

"Bought it last year to paint the outside of the house, and I didn`t need anyone to help me set it up, then the parents called to ask if they could borrow it, it fit accross the back seat of my little Hyundai - they liked it so much we got them one for Christmas!

Not sure what the actual weight rating is, but we`re all well over 250lbs in my family and feel very safe."

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Based on 1 ratings-only review

Overall Rating

4 out of 5

Would recommend? Yes 1 out of 1

Durability

5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

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4 out of 5

Product Q&A

6 Questions | 15 Answers

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2 answers

Can the ladder be folded into a soffolding?

Question:

That is, will each of the ends fold down 90 degrees creating a platform that can be used as a scaffolding?
e.g. almost like this - _______
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Kingmaker

1 year, 4 months ago

Answer:

Negative.

Isatis

- Dollard-des Ormeaux

6 months ago

Answer:

No. You can create 2 A frames and put scaffolding plateforms between them.

A-----A

MsHardwick

- Annapolis Royal, NS

1 year, 1 month ago

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Why is the ladder listed as 13 feet when fully extended its actually only 11 feet?

ctcman

2 years, 9 months ago

Answer:

Our 13' Ladder has an overall assembled extension ladder height of 11 feet. It is listed as a 13' ladder as it is a sum of all ladder components when placed end to end. Vulcan Ladder USA

Anonymous

1 year, 10 months ago

Answer:

A 20' ladder requires 1.5 foot overlap when fully extended. 2'x1.5'=3' therefore a 20' ladder is only 17' high.

I would hazard to guess that this ladder requires 1' overlap on full extension. Full extention 2 sides would be 2' ....13'-2'= 11'

I just bought this ladder and love it. I normally use featherlight fibreglass because they are very ridgid..this ladder feels very ridgid as well.

deopsc4

- Toronto

2 years, 6 months ago

3 answers

What is the height of the ladder in "Step Ladder" position?

Chinablue

- Newfoundland

3 years, 4 months ago

Answer:

Fully extended it is 5'3" (63 inches) at the apex of the A frame. However the top step is 4'10" (58 inches) in the A frame/step ladder position.

MsHardwick

- Annapolis Royal, NS

1 year, 1 month ago

Answer:

The maximum step ladder height is 5 ft. Although, it can be configured to be a 4ft or 3ft stepladder. Vulcan Ladder

Anonymous

1 year, 10 months ago

Answer:

It depenant on the rung spacing.
It can be a "step ladder" at 3, 4, and 5 foot height.

UgotIt

3 years, 3 months ago

3 answers

Does it function as an off-set ladder?

Question:

I need a ladder for cleaning my gutters. The gutters are low, but the roof pitch is steep. Is one of the '19 configurations' an off-set style (like an upside-down capital "L")?

Anonymous

3 years, 4 months ago

Answer:

Negative, it does not function as an off-set ladder.

Isatis

- Dollard-des Ormeaux

6 months ago

Answer:

No it does not. However, it can be placed in the extension ladder position and converted to an offset ladder with the use of a standoff device. Vulcan Ladder

Anonymous

1 year, 10 months ago

Answer:

Its actually 17 configurations. Sorry, it does not have that configuration. However, it does have 90 degree positions. So it would be like a step ladder but one side can be set straight. This way you can place it flat against a wall.

UgotIt

- St.John's, NL

3 years, 3 months ago

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What is the weigh rating? 250 lbs?

w112

- Grand Bank, NL

3 years, 7 months ago

Answer:

I can't say what the manufacturer's recommended max. weight is. However I can say that my husband who is a "big lad" at 300lbs uses this ladder with no creaks, groans, or signs of ware after 2 years of use.