Hamilton Casters are USA-made industrial casters manufactured in Hamilton, OH since 1907. CasterHQ stocks the full Hamilton line for OEM, plant engineering, aerospace, defense, and material-handling buyers across the United States. Capacities from 1,500 lb up to 40,000 lb per caster, with AGV-rated, ergonomic, high-heat, shock-absorbing, dual-wheel, low-profile, and pneumatic builds. Same-day shipping on stock items, ships from Mansfield, TX.
Last reviewed June 3, 2026 by the CasterHQ engineering team · Authorized Hamilton distributor since 2008
Hamilton uses forged steel rigs (not stamped) for shock load resistance, sealed precision tapered roller bearings (not loose ball) for chemical-environment service life, and bonded poly + cast iron + forged steel wheel options that handle continuous-duty industrial service. Aerospace ground support equipment, foundry transfer carts, military depot loaders, and Tier-1 OEM assembly fixtures all spec Hamilton because the failure modes are predictable and the rebuild parts are stocked for decades.
S-series = Swivel casters. R-series = Rigid casters. W-series = Wheels only (replacement). H-series = Specialty / heavy-duty configurations. Within each series, the next number indicates the wheel diameter (e.g., S-7012-PRB is a swivel caster with 12" wheel, pneumatic, roller bearing). The trailing letters describe wheel material and bearing type.
Compare the main Hamilton caster series by capacity, wheel option, and best-use application so you can spec the right Hamilton USA-made caster for your plant, OEM build, or fleet.
Pick the right Hamilton series by matching four things to your application: load capacity, wheel material, mount type, and environment.
Capacity. Always spec at least 25% above your worst-case load. For single-caster loads from 1,500 to 4,000 lb use the Heavy Duty Vanguard line. For 5,000 to 16,000 lb use UltraGlide, Low Profile Mini-Mite, AGV 24/7, or Spinfinity Speed. For 16,000 lb and above use Dual Wheel MDD or Extra Heavy Duty EHD2.
Wheel material. Polyurethane (UltraGlide, Ergo-Tech, Duralast) for quiet, non-marking, continuous-duty plant floors. Forged steel and cast iron for extreme capacity, track work, and abrasive floors. Phenolic (Plastex) for heat tolerance up to 475°F continuous. High-Heat metal wheels for oven and kiln work up to 750°F. Pneumatic for outdoor or transition surfaces.
Mount type. Top plate for most plant equipment, dollies, and fixtures. Threaded stem, grip ring stem, and expanding stem for tubular frames and conveyor stations. Hollow kingpin for racks and tow lines. Hamilton offers all four mount families across most series.
Environment. AGV 24/7 for continuous lights-out plants. High-Heat for oven, foundry, and heat-treat. Shock-Absorbing for defense, MIL-spec carts, and electronics. Pneumatic GSE for outdoor flightline and ground support. UltraGlide for indoor manufacturing where push force and noise matter. Need help on a Hamilton spec, OEM cross-reference, or custom build? Contact CasterHQ engineering.
Hamilton Caster builds most products to order in their Hamilton, Ohio plant, they don't carry massive finished-goods inventory like volume distributors. The trade-off: every Hamilton caster comes with traceable lot/serial info, custom configurations are available (special wheel durometers, conductive compounds, food-grade options), and rebuild parts are always available. For most industrial buyers, the 2-3 week lead is acceptable because the caster lasts 5-10x longer than commodity alternatives.
Hamilton W-720, W-820, W-920 series cross to RWM Aluma-Tuf and Albion 16-Series for forged steel wheels. Hamilton S-SEC kingpinless casters cross to Albion's 110-series. Hamilton Cush-N-Aire pneumatic series crosses to RWM Pneumatic. CasterHQ engineering can cross any Hamilton part number, submit an RFQ with the Hamilton model and we'll match to in-stock equivalents or sourced Hamilton.
For aerospace ground support and military depot equipment, spec Hamilton SEC kingpinless with sealed precision tapered roller bearings, they're the only configuration rated for continuous towline service at 5+ mph with no service interval for 10+ years. The 12-15% premium over standard kingpinless pays back inside year one in eliminated maintenance.
CasterHQ is an authorized Hamilton distributor serving OEM, plant engineering, aerospace, defense, and material-handling buyers across the United States. We stock the full Hamilton catalog in depth, including OEM cross-references, AGV-rated SKUs, and the long-lead specialty configurations most distributors will not carry.
USA made, USA shipped. Every Hamilton caster on this page is manufactured in Hamilton, OH and ships from our Mansfield, TX warehouse. 99% of stock orders ship same or next business day. Tax-exempt purchasing is available on qualified military and government accounts.
Engineering support, not just an order line. Hamilton applications span every heavy industry in the country, from automotive transfer carts to aerospace tooling to defense ground support to commercial foundry. CasterHQ's solutions team helps OEMs spec, cross-reference, and build Hamilton casters into new equipment.
Custom durometer, hub material, plate spec, or non-standard size, engineering team turns RFQs same day.
Yes. Hamilton Caster & Mfg. Co. has manufactured industrial casters in Hamilton, Ohio since 1907. Every Hamilton caster sold by CasterHQ is built in the United States and ships from our Mansfield, TX facility. Domestic content qualifies under standard Buy American Act and Trade Agreements Act considerations for federal and DoD purchasing.
Yes. CasterHQ is an authorized Hamilton Caster & Mfg. Co. distributor and stocks the full Hamilton line for resale, OEM integration, and direct-ship to plant.
Hamilton's Extra Heavy Duty (EHD2) and Dual Wheel Maxi-Duty (MDD) series reach up to 40,000 lb per caster. For loads above that, Hamilton builds custom configurations on request.
UltraGlide is Hamilton's flagship polyurethane tread on aluminum or cast iron core, rated for continuous-duty plant transport at capacities up to 16,000 lb per caster. Ergo-Tech is a softer 87A donut polyurethane on aluminum, optimized for lower push force on ergonomic carts up to 1,600 lb.
Yes. The Hamilton AG (AGV 24/7) series is purpose-built for automated guided vehicle service, with UltraGlide-AGV 95A polyurethane on cast iron and precision bearings rated for continuous 24/7 operation. Capacities reach 15,400 lb per caster.
Yes. The Hamilton HT (High-Heat) series carries continuous service ratings up to 750°F for oven, kiln, and foundry work, with capacity up to 9,000 lb. Standard Hamilton phenolic wheels also handle continuous use up to 475°F.
Yes, submit an RFQ. Hamilton offers conductive polyurethane (10^4 to 10^6 ohm surface resistance) for ESD-sensitive areas, FDA-compliant compounds for food and pharma, and clean-room-rated sealed bearings. These are typically 4-6 week lead and require engineering specification of the exact conductivity or cleanliness target.
Yes. Hamilton casters are manufactured in Hamilton, Ohio and qualify under standard Buy American Act, Berry Amendment, and Trade Agreements Act considerations applicable to federal and DoD procurement.
Yes. CasterHQ stocks the full Hamilton replacement wheel catalog, including UltraGlide poly, Duralast, Ace-Tuf, forged steel V-groove, Plastex phenolic, and cast iron. To order, provide the Hamilton caster part number (S-XXXX or R-XXXX) and we cross to the matching W-series wheel; if you don't have the number, send the wheel diameter, tread width, and bore. See Hamilton Replacement Wheels for the in-stock list.
Yes. Hamilton provides a manufacturer warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, and CasterHQ honors Hamilton's warranty terms on every caster we sell. CasterHQ processes warranty replacements directly with Hamilton.
For continuous-duty industrial service, yes. Hamilton typically lasts 5-10x longer than commodity casters under the same conditions thanks to forged steel construction and sealed precision bearings, so total cost of ownership over five years is significantly lower despite the 2-3 week lead. For one-time replacement on light or medium-duty equipment, faster-shipping brands like Albion or Colson are often the better trade.
Yes. Hamilton's Hamilton, OH plant builds custom configurations regularly: non-standard plate sizes, specific durometer polyurethane, conductive wheel compounds, FDA food-grade wheels, and marine-grade stainless rigs. Custom lead time is typically 4-6 weeks. Submit an RFQ with your spec sheet.
99% of in-stock Hamilton orders ship same or next business day from our Mansfield, TX warehouse. Stem casters, swivels, and rigids in stocked sizes ship same-day on orders placed before 2 PM Central.
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