Trim Line Escape Ramps
Trim Line Escape Ramps for Rubbermaid® BRUTE® Stock Tanks
Wildlife Escape Ramp for 150 & 300 Gallon Troughs
Provide a safe, compliant escape route for wildlife with Rainmaker Wildlife’s Trim Line Escape Ramps, designed specifically for Rubbermaid® BRUTE® stock tanks (150 & 300 gallon).
These ramps help prevent accidental drowning by giving animals a way out of water troughs — making them an essential addition to any wildlife watering system, stock tank, or livestock water setup.
Trim Line Escape Ramp – 20”
Quick Specs
✔ Fits Rubbermaid® BRUTE® 150 & 300 gallon stock tanks
✔ NRCS-compliant 45° ramp design
✔ Built-in non-slip traction (no mesh to fail)
✔ Includes aluminum mounting straps
✔ Available in 20”, 22”, and 24” sizes
✔ Flush fit for clean, low-profile install
✔ Designed to protect wildlife and water quality
Trim Line Escape Ramp – 22”
Trim Line Escape Ramp – 24”
Built for Wildlife Safety & NRCS Compliance
The Trim Line Escape Ramp is engineered to meet NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) guidelines for wildlife escape structures, helping landowners qualify for cost-sharing conservation programs.
✔ 45-degree ramp angle (NRCS compliant)
✔ Flush sidewall design for safe entry and exit
✔ Improves usability of wildlife water troughs
Designed Specifically for Rubbermaid® BRUTE® Troughs
This product is purpose-built for:
150 gallon Rubbermaid® BRUTE® stock tanks
300 gallon Rubbermaid® BRUTE® stock tanks
The trim line design allows the ramp to sit cleanly against the tank wall, creating a low-profile, secure fit without interfering with normal use.
Why Use an Escape Ramp?
Without a ramp, wildlife that enters a trough may be unable to escape.
Installing a wildlife escape ramp:
✔ Prevents accidental drowning
✔ Improves water quality
✔ Supports wildlife conservation
✔ Meets NRCS guidelines for habitat improvement
Part of a Complete Wildlife Watering System
Rainmaker Wildlife products are used by landowners, ranchers, wildlife agencies, and conservation groups to create safe and reliable wildlife watering systems.
Adding an escape ramp ensures your water trough or stock tank is safe for all animals.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Without an escape ramp, small animals, birds, and reptiles that fall into a stock tank or water trough may not be able to get out. A wildlife escape ramp provides a safe exit and helps prevent accidental drowning.
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The Trim Line Escape Ramp is designed to support a wide range of wildlife—including rabbits, squirrels, raccoons, skunks, lizards, snakes, turtles, and birds—helping make your wildlife water trough or stock tank safe for all species.
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This ramp is specifically designed for:
Rubbermaid® BRUTE® 150 gallon stock tanks
Rubbermaid® BRUTE® 300 gallon stock tanks
It may not fit other brands or sizes without modification.
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Yes. The Trim Line Escape Ramp is designed to meet NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) guidelines, including:
45-degree slope
Wildlife-safe access design
This may help qualify your project for cost-sharing conservation programs.
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Each ramp includes aluminum straps that secure it to the tank, keeping it stable during use and preventing movement from animals or water activity.
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Yes. The ramp features an aggressive traction pattern molded directly into the surface, providing grip in wet conditions without the need for mesh or added materials.
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The ramp comes in 20”, 22”, and 24” height options. The correct size depends on the depth of your stock tank and installation preference.
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No. The trim line design sits flush against the tank wall, allowing livestock to continue drinking normally while still providing a safe escape route for wildlife.
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Animals that cannot escape a trough can contaminate the water. Installing a stock tank escape ramp helps:
Prevent contamination
Maintain cleaner water
Reduce maintenance
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Can I install this myself?
ABOVE-GROUND OR IN-GROUND DRINKER
Best Use: Deer, Critters and Birds
Dimensions 35" x 23" x 16" Capacity 40 Gallons. Weight 40 lbs. Includes Float-Valve
This 40 gallon, medium size drinker is perfect for deer and small animals. It includes a durable 1/2” float-valve system located under the escape ramp giving it protection against light freezes and curious animals. Use the 1” threaded fitting to easily plug into your existing water source. A 1/2” brass hose fitting is included or you can connect to the 1” threaded fitting any way you prefer. Use this drinker with either a gravity feed or a pressurized water line. Can be installed in-the-ground or above-the-ground.
Shipping: Individual units ship by UPS. Rate are calculated in shopping cart. (lower 48 states). It is generally cheaper to ship multiple units by freight. Please contact us for a quote.
Drinker-40
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Best for: Deer, Bird, Critters
This versatile drinker is smaller version of our popular Drinker-110. It has a 40 gallon capacity and includes an integrated float-valve system that is securely located under the escape ramp to protect it from light freezes and curious animals. Includes 8" inspection hatch.
Above-Ground or In-Ground Drinker
Best Use: Elk, Deer, All Animals
Dimensions 54” x 30” x 20” Capacity 110 Gallons. Weight 85 Lbs. Includes Float-Valve
Ships by freight
Plugs Into Your Existing Water Source. Gravity or Pressure System
Measures 54″ x 30″ x 20″
1/2” Float-Valve System is Protected Under Ramp (included)
Float-valve rated up to 60 psi
Made of UV and Freeze-Tolerant Polyethylene
Built-in Escape Ramp for Critters
10” Access Hatch for Internal Inspection
Install In-Ground or Above-Ground
Weight: 85 Lbs
The unit measures 54″ x 30″ and is 20″ high, with a capacity of 110 gallons.
See the Trough-250 if you want a 250-gallon version of the Drinker 110.
Drinker-110
Best for: All Animals, Deer, Elk
A Few Factory Blems Available at 15% Discount. Call For Details.
The Drinker 110 can be installed in-ground or above ground. Ideal for deer, elk, upland bird and small animals. Connect to a water line and water level is maintained via the included float-valve. The access/escape ramp gives animals easy access to water and protects the float-valve from moderate freezing and curious animals.
For Wildlife, Domestic Animals & Bats. Includes Float-Valve
8 Ft Long x 34″ W x 22″ H
250 Gallon Tank
Built-In Escape Ramp
1/2” Float-Valve Protected Under Ramp
10″ Hatch for Easy Access
A Line-in and Drain Plug on Both Sides of Tank
Separate Top and Bottom. Multiple Units Nest for Shipping
Double Wall Construction
1/2” Sidewall Drain Plug to Lower Water Level in Winter
Weight 160 lbs
Trough-250
Best for: Deer, Elk, Domestic Animals, and Bats
Connect this 8 ft trough to your existing plumbed water system, stock tank, or water collection system and provide additional access to water for wildlife, including larger animals such as deer and elk. Can be used for wildlife or domestic animals. Large enough runway for bats. Float-Valve is included and is protected under the escape ramp.