Average scrap price for Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums)

180-day market: price lists from 2 yards. As of 8/28/2026.
$179/ ton−$22 (11.1%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $179
Lowest price ⓘ$157
Highest price$202Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Pennsylvania
  • Low (around $157): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($179): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($202+): Top-dollar rate. Offered for large commercial loads or by the most competitive buyers.
52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $157 to $246.
Oct '25Jan '26Apr '26Jul '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates (out of 7 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) in Pennsylvania

Scrap yards in Pennsylvania buying Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) — with current per ton rates listed. Prices shown are indicative; actual payouts may vary by lot size, date, and material condition. Call ahead to confirm today’s price and minimum quantity. For large lots, ask about specialty or volume pricing.

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Updated 162 days ago

Sahd Metal Recycling

Listed as: Cast Iron Rotors
1045 Lancaster Ave, Columbia, PA 17512 Plan route
$202/ ton
Updated 238 days ago

Kantner Iron & Steel Inc

Listed as: Drum & Rotors
3825 Whistler Rd, Stoystown, PA 15563 Plan route
$291/ ton
Updated 238 days ago

Three Rivers Recycling LLC

Listed as: Auto Cast
3101 Duss Ave, Baden, PA 15005 Plan route
$291/ ton
Updated 238 days ago

American Steel Processing

Listed as: Drums & Rotors
4900 Grand Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15225 Plan route
$269/ ton
Updated 238 days ago

Einfalt Recycling & Salvage

Listed as: AUTO CAST IRON
221 Bushkill St, Stockertown, PA 18083 Plan route
$224/ ton
Updated 238 days ago

SOS Metals Inc.

Listed as: DRUMS & ROTORS
320 PA-54, Mt Carmel, PA 17851 Plan route
$202/ ton

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Compare Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) prices with other Steel & Iron (Ferrous) grades

See the exact price difference between Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) and similar grades like Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) or #1 Prepared Steel (HMS). Compare the figures below — they use / ton so they line up with the headline average.

Current price Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums)
Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$179 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$287 / ton
Trend for 30 days: +2.0%
Price analytics
#1 Prepared Steel (HMS) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$246 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
#2 Prepared Steel Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$222 / ton
Trend for 90 days: +4.1%
Price analytics
Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$123 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: 0.0%
Price analytics
Cast Iron (Heavy) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$123 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Wire Fence Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Tin (Sheet Metal) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Light Iron & Shredder Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$90 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Rebar Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$67 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Steel Turnings Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$45 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics

Price trend: Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) at local scrap yards only — no exchange overlay for this material. When the line trends up, yards are raising prices and it may be worth waiting a few days. When it turns down, sell quickly before yards lower their offers.

Daily price history for Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums)

The table below shows the daily price history for Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) at local scrap yards. For each day we display the average payout, the change from the previous day, and the full market range (low and high). This lets you spot the direction of the market over recent days — whether prices are climbing, falling, or holding steady. Review several consecutive days of data before making a trip, and always confirm today’s rate directly with the yards listed on this page.

DateAvg price (/ ton)ChangeRange (Low/High)
$179 / ton−$22$157 – $157
5/4/2026 $202 / ton−$45$202 – $202
2/17/2026 $246 / ton+$67$202 – $291
1/12/2026 $179 / ton−$90$179 – $179
12/15/2025 $269 / ton+$67$269 – $269
12/13/2025 $202 / ton−$90$202 – $202
12/12/2025 $291 / ton+$134$291 – $291
11/8/2025 $157 / ton−$90$157 – $157
9/16/2025 $246 / ton+$67$246 – $246
9/12/2025 $179 / ton−$45$179 – $179
5/20/2025 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
3/24/2025 $224 / ton−$90$224 – $224
3/23/2025 $314 / ton+$90$314 – $314
3/17/2025 $224 / ton−$45$224 – $224
1/25/2025 $269 / ton+$90$202 – $314
1/22/2025 $179 / ton−$112$179 – $179
12/8/2024 $291 / ton+$134$291 – $291
11/4/2024 $157 / ton−$112$157 – $157
3/4/2024 $269 / ton+$67$269 – $269
2/27/2024 $202 / ton+$45$202 – $202
10/2/2023 $157 / ton−$134$157 – $157
10/1/2023 $291 / ton−$22$291 – $291
9/23/2023 $314 / ton+$90$314 – $314
3/27/2023 $224 / ton−$112$224 – $224
3/21/2023 $336 / ton+$90$336 – $336
12/1/2022 $246 / ton−$22$246 – $246
9/30/2022 $269 / ton— no change$269 – $269
8/14/2022 $269 / ton+$134$269 – $269
8/9/2022 $134 / ton−$202$134 – $134
5/16/2022 $336 / ton−$22$336 – $336
12/6/2021 $358 / ton+$22$358 – $358
10/16/2021 $336 / ton+$112$336 – $336
7/27/2021 $224 / ton−$22$224 – $224
6/20/2021 $246 / ton−$22$246 – $246
4/19/2021 $269 / ton+$45$269 – $269
1/28/2021 $224 / ton−$45$224 – $224
1/20/2021 $269 / ton−$22$269 – $269
1/18/2021 $291 / ton+$90$291 – $291
12/2/2020 $202 / ton+$67$202 – $202
11/25/2020 $134 / ton−$45$134 – $134
9/28/2020 $179 / ton+$67$179 – $179
11/15/2019 $112 / ton−$22$112 – $112
8/17/2019 $134 / ton+$22$134 – $134
6/18/2019 $112 / ton−$45$112 – $112
11/1/2018 $157 / ton+$22$157 – $157
3/20/2018 $134 / ton+$22$134 – $134
6/30/2017 $112 / ton+$45$112 – $112
11/26/2016 $67 / ton−$22$67 – $67
9/6/2016 $90 / ton−$22$90 – $90
5/23/2016 $112 / ton+$22$112 – $112
4/20/2016 $90 / ton+$22$90 – $90
4/3/2016 $67 / ton−$45$67 – $67
9/1/2015 $112 / ton−$22$112 – $112
5/12/2015 $134 / ton+$22$134 – $134
2/9/2015 $112 / ton−$112$112 – $112