The Kol 20 lb Metal Hanging Chicken Feeder is a gravity-fed, 12-port hanging feeder made from powder-coated metal, designed to keep feed off the ground, reduce contamination from bedding and droppings, and cut down on refill frequency for small to mid-size backyard flocks.
It requires no assembly and works for chicks through large roosters. This feeder is designed exclusively for hanging use and cannot be set on the ground, so you will need an appropriate hanging point in your coop or run. A hanging cord is not included and needs to be sourced separately.
Specifications
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Material: Heavy-duty metal with powder-coated finish
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Capacity: 20 lbs
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Feeding Ports: 12, rounded
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Feed System: Gravity-fed
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Hanging Mechanism: Built-in handle, no assembly required
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Cord: Not included, must be sourced separately
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Ground Use: Not compatible, collapses when not suspended
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Available Colors: Green (and others)
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Refill Opening: Wide-mouth top
Keeping Feed Clean in Coops with Deep Litter, Mulch, or Active Scratchers
If your flock kicks bedding, mulch, or straw into ground-level feeders, suspending the feeder solves that problem directly. A hanging feeder stays above the scratch zone, which keeps feed cleaner between refills and removes the most common source of contamination in floor-based setups.
The 12 ports allow multiple birds to eat at once without crowding, and the port size accommodates large roosters with full combs without birds needing to strain or angle awkwardly to access feed. For a small flock of three to four birds, the 20 lb capacity can last close to two weeks without a full fill, which reduces the daily overhead of flock management meaningfully.
You can reposition the feeder within your run periodically, which some keepers use to vary where birds spend time during the day.
What to Expect from the Kol 20 lb Metal Hanging Chicken Feeder in Real Use
Birds adapt to this feeder quickly, with most flocks figuring out the ports within a short period of introduction. The no-assembly design means the feeder is ready to hang immediately, which buyers note as a practical advantage over feeders that require significant setup time.
The suspended position keeps straw and mulch out of the feed trough even in coops with active scratchers, which is one of the most consistent points of satisfaction among buyers.
Feed stays cleaner and drier compared to ground-level alternatives. A small interior lip helps reduce feed drag-out at the ports, though it does not eliminate it entirely. Birds tend to consume any spillage that does occur, so actual feed loss remains low in practice.
The port openings are sized to fit large roosters comfortably, including birds with pronounced combs. Minor water intrusion during rain exposure has been noted, but feed remained usable in those instances. The powder-coated finish holds up to outdoor conditions and maintains its appearance over extended use.
A hanging cord is not included and must be purchased separately before the feeder can be used.
Real-world performance notes sourced in part from verified Amazon customer purchases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of hanging cord or rope do you need for the Kol hanging feeder?
The feeder includes a built-in handle but does not include a cord, rope, or chain for suspension. You will need to source that separately before the feeder can be used. A standard metal S-hook with a length of rope, twine, or chain works depending on your coop setup and the height you need to achieve.
Adjustable hanging chains give you flexibility to raise or lower the feeder as your flock grows or as you add different bird sizes. Order the cord at the same time as the feeder to avoid a delay in getting it set up.
Can the Kol hanging feeder be used outdoors in the rain?
The powder-coated metal construction handles outdoor exposure, and the feeder has been used in run setups where it encounters rain. Minor water intrusion through the ports is possible during heavy or driving rain, though the amount that reaches the feed is generally small and has not rendered feed unusable in reported cases.
For setups where the feeder is fully exposed to weather, positioning it under a partial roof or covered section of your run adds a practical layer of protection for the feed inside.
Is this feeder suitable for large roosters or only standard hens?
The 12 feeding ports are sized to accommodate large roosters, including birds with prominent combs, without requiring awkward angles or restricted access. Multiple large birds can feed simultaneously across the available ports.
For mixed flocks that include both full-size roosters and smaller hens or younger pullets, the port spacing and gravity flow ensure consistent feed availability across the feeder without birds needing to compete heavily for position.
