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4" x 2" Polyurethane Caster Kits

Diameter: 4 inTread: 2 inPlate: 4 x 4-1/2 inCapacity: 800 lb per caster
This page lists 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits. Polyurethane on cast iron cores is the most common tread on these 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits, rated 800 lb per caster.

4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits by tread

Tread Core Wheel sizes Rated per caster Listed temperature Where it fits
Polyurethane Cast iron 4 in 800 lb -40°F to 180°F quiet, floor-friendly and long wearing

Ratings are for single casters of 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits, from product fields [S1].

Choosing 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits

  1. Load: divide the loaded weight by three for a four-caster cart [S2]; at 800 lb each, 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits suit a loaded cart of about 2,400 lb.
  2. Mount: most 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits use a 4 x 4-1/2 in top plate; measure bolt hole centers on the old plate and compare.
  3. Floor: on 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits, polyurethane protects finished floors and runs quietly; check the rating if the cart also crosses rough concrete.
  4. Rig: swivel and rigid 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits are listed, with total lock brake and side lock brake options.

4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits questions

How much weight can 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits carry?

Single 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits are rated 800 lb.

What top plate do 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits use?

Most 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits use 4 x 4-1/2 in.

What wheel material is most common on 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits?

Polyurethane leads on 4 x 2 in polyurethane caster kits, rated 800 lb per caster.

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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