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Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels

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Diameter: 4 to 12 inTread: 2, 3 and 4 inPlate: 4-1/2 x 6-1/2 in (most)Capacity: 450 to 4,900 lb per caster
Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels in polyurethane and cast iron. Polyurethane on cast iron and aluminum cores is the most common tread on these Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels, rated 450 to 4,800 lb per caster in 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 and 12 in. Also listed: cast iron 600 to 3,200 lb. Replacement wheels are listed too, rated 900 to 8,000 lb each. Brands: Hamilton.

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Wheel = wheel diameter · capacity is per caster.

Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels by tread

Tread Core Wheel sizes Rated per caster Listed temperature Where it fits
Polyurethane Cast iron and Aluminum 4 to 12 in 450 to 4,800 lb -5°F to 160°F quiet, floor-friendly and long wearing
Cast iron 4, 5, 6 and 8 in 600 to 3,200 lb heat, chips and heavy loads on rough floors

Ratings are for single casters of Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels, from product fields [S1].

Wheel sizes

Wheel Treads Rated
4 x 2 in polyurethane and cast iron 450 to 1,300 lb
5 x 2 in polyurethane 600 to 1,500 lb
6 x 2 in polyurethane and cast iron 800 to 2,300 lb
6 x 3 in polyurethane and cast iron 1,800 to 4,900 lb
8 x 2 in polyurethane 1,000 to 2,900 lb
8 x 3 in polyurethane 2,000 to 5,500 lb
10 x 3 in polyurethane 2,400 to 6,000 lb
12 x 3 in polyurethane 2,800 to 6,800 lb

Choosing Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels

  1. Load: plan on three casters carrying a four-caster cart [S2]; at 2,400 lb each, a common rating here, that is about 7,200 lb, and the 4,900 lb top rating covers about 14,700 lb.
  2. Mount: most Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels use a 4-1/2 x 6-1/2 in top plate; 4 x 4-1/2 in and 5-1/4 x 7-1/4 in plates are listed too; check the bolt spacing on your frame against the plate size.
  3. Floor: on Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels, polyurethane is kinder to tile and finished floors; cast iron rolls easier under heavy loads on smooth concrete.
  4. Rig: swivel and rigid Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels are listed.

Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels questions

How much weight can Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels carry?

Single Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels are rated 450 to 4,900 lb; most fall between 840 and 2,400 lb.

What top plate do Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels use?

Most Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels use 4-1/2 x 6-1/2 in. Other plates on Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels: 4 x 4-1/2 in and 5-1/4 x 7-1/4 in.

What wheel material is most common on Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels?

Polyurethane leads on Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels, rated 450 to 4,800 lb per caster. Among Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels, cast iron is next at 600 to 3,200 lb.

Are replacement wheels sold for Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels?

Yes. Wheel-only listings for Hamilton automotive industry casters & wheels are here, sized 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 and 12 in; check the axle diameter and hub length on the old wheel.

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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