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Diameter: 2-3/4 to 18 inTread: 2, 2-1/2 and 3 inCapacity: 250 to 17,000 lb per wheel
Hamilton metal caster wheels in steel, forged steel, stainless steel and ductile iron. Steel is the most common tread on these Hamilton metal caster wheels, rated 600 to 7,000 lb per wheel in 2-3/4 to 18 in. Other treads: forged steel 1,400 to 17,000 lb, stainless steel 450 to 2,600 lb and ductile iron 1,500 to 7,000 lb. Complete casters are listed too, rated 2,500 to 4,000 lb each. Brands: Hamilton.

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Metal Caster Wheels: buying guide

Hamilton metal caster wheels in steel, forged steel and stainless steel, 2-3/4 to 18 in wheels, rated 250 to 17,000 lb per wheel.

Diameter 2-3/4 to 18 inTread 2, 2-1/2 and 3 in250 to 17,000 lb per wheel

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Hamilton metal caster wheels by tread

Tread Core Wheel sizes Rated per wheel Listed temperature Where it fits
Steel 2-3/4 to 18 in 600 to 7,000 lb -40°F to 320°F heavy loads and track
Forged steel 3-1/2 to 12 in 1,400 to 17,000 lb -40°F to 320°F very high loads and impact
Stainless steel 3 to 10 in 450 to 2,600 lb -80°F to 250°F washdown and corrosive areas
Ductile iron Steel 5, 6 and 7 in 1,500 to 7,000 lb -20°F to 800°F heavy loads with better impact strength than cast iron
Cast iron 3, 9, 12 and 14 in 250 to 3,000 lb -40°F to 320°F heat, chips and heavy loads on rough floors
Polyurethane 4, 5, 6 and 8 in 800 to 1,500 lb -40°F to 180°F quiet, floor-friendly and long wearing
Rubber Cast iron 16 in 2,500 lb -40°F to 320°F cushioned and quiet on finished floors

Ratings are for single wheels of Hamilton metal caster wheels, from product fields [S1].

Wheel sizes

Wheel Treads Rated
4 x 2 in steel, forged steel and stainless steel 800 to 1,500 lb
5 x 2 in forged steel, steel and stainless steel 900 to 2,000 lb
6 x 2 in forged steel, steel and stainless steel 950 to 2,500 lb
6 x 2-1/2 in steel, ductile iron and forged steel 2,200 to 4,500 lb
6 x 3 in forged steel and steel 2,500 to 12,000 lb
8 x 2-1/2 in forged steel and steel 2,500 to 9,000 lb
8 x 3 in forged steel and steel 2,600 to 14,000 lb
10 x 3 in forged steel, steel and stainless steel 2,600 to 16,000 lb

Choosing Hamilton metal caster wheels

  1. Load: plan on three wheels carrying a four-wheel cart [S2]; at 4,000 lb each, a common rating here, that is about 12,000 lb, and the 17,000 lb top rating covers about 51,000 lb.
  2. Floor: on Hamilton metal caster wheels, polyurethane and rubber are kinder to tile and finished floors; steel, forged steel, stainless steel, ductile iron and cast iron roll easier under heavy loads on smooth concrete.
  3. Heat: among Hamilton metal caster wheels, the highest listed range is -20°F to 800°F on ductile iron; check the temperature field on each listing before oven or hot-room use.

Hamilton metal caster wheels questions

How much weight can Hamilton metal caster wheels carry?

Single Hamilton metal caster wheels are rated 250 to 17,000 lb; most fall between 1,500 and 4,000 lb.

What wheel material is most common on Hamilton metal caster wheels?

Steel leads on Hamilton metal caster wheels, rated 600 to 7,000 lb per wheel. Among Hamilton metal caster wheels, forged steel is next at 1,400 to 17,000 lb.

Are complete casters listed with Hamilton metal caster wheels?

Yes. Complete casters are on this page too, rated 2,500 to 4,000 lb each; compare the wheel size and bore with your Hamilton metal caster wheels before ordering.

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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