2″ x 7/8″ Industrial Caster Replacements

Diameter: 2 inTread: 7/8 inPlate: 1-1/4 x 2-1/16 in (most)Capacity: 90 to 2,400 lb per caster

This page lists 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels with rubber, nylon, polyurethane and polyolefin treads. Rubber on polyolefin cores is the most common tread here, rated 90 to 100 lb per caster. Ratings by tread: nylon 600 to 2,400 lb, polyurethane 90 to 100 lb and polyolefin 100 to 150 lb. Replacement wheels are listed too, rated 90 to 100 lb each. Brands: Durastar and P&H.

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Rubber and polyurethane favor floor protection; phenolic and steel favor heavy capacity. Compare materials →

2″ x 7/8″ Industrial Caster Replacements: buying guide

2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels in rubber, nylon and polyurethane, 2 in wheels, rated 90 to 2,400 lb per caster.

Diameter 2 inTread 7/8 inPlate 1-1/4 x 2-1/16 in (most)90 to 2,400 lb per caster

2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels by tread

Tread	Core	Wheel sizes	Rated per caster	Listed temperature	Where it fits
Rubber	Polyolefin	2 in	90 to 100 lb	-40°F to 160°F	cushioned and quiet on finished floors
Nylon		2 in	600 to 2,400 lb	-40°F to 250°F	low rolling effort on smooth floors, handles wet areas
Polyurethane	Polyolefin	2 in	90 to 100 lb	-45°F to 180°F	quiet, floor-friendly and long wearing
Polyolefin		2 in	100 to 150 lb	-45°F to 180°F	wet and chemical areas, light to medium loads

Ratings are for single casters of 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels, from product fields [S1].

Choosing 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels

Load: plan on three casters carrying a four-caster cart [S2]; at 100 lb each, a common rating here, that is about 300 lb, and the 2,400 lb top rating covers about 7,200 lb.
Mount: most 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels use a 1-1/4 x 2-1/16 in top plate; 73 x 73 mm (2-7/8 x 2-7/8) in and 1-7/8 x 2-9/16 in plates are listed too; match the bolt holes on your frame to the plate before ordering.
Floor: on 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels, rubber and polyurethane are kinder to tile and finished floors; nylon and polyolefin roll easier under heavy loads on smooth concrete.
Rig: swivel and rigid 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels are listed.

2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels questions

How much weight can 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels carry?

Single 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels are rated 90 to 2,400 lb; most fall between 90 and 100 lb.

What top plate do 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels use?

Most 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels use 1-1/4 x 2-1/16 in. Others listed: 73 x 73 mm (2-7/8 x 2-7/8) in and 1-7/8 x 2-9/16 in.

What wheel material is most common on 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels?

Rubber leads on 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels, rated 90 to 100 lb per caster. Nylon is next at 600 to 2,400 lb.

Are replacement wheels sold for 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels?

Yes. Wheel-only listings for 2 x 7/8 in casters and wheels are here, sized 2 in; check the axle diameter and hub length on the old wheel.

Jordan Wilson, CasterHQ · reviewed October 20, 2026 · 844-439-4335 · info@casterhq.com

Sources

[S1] CasterHQ product fields (rated load, diameter, width, wheel and core material, temperature range, mount) and product descriptions for the items on this page, pulled October 20, 2026.
[S2] Preferred Equipment casters and wheels quick guide PDF (prefeq.com): load sizing on one less caster, wheel types and floor notes.

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