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All measurements indicate the wheel diameter by the tread width.
The below capacity ranges indicate the working (dynamic) load that each caster will support. A safety factor should be included in your formula to determine your required load rating per caster.
W/(C-1)=R W is total weight needed to move. C is total number of casters required. R is ideal load rating, with safety factor built in. Divide the total load weight by one less caster than you will use to safely determine load rating.
Plate dimensions shown are overall mounting plate size.
When replacing existing casters, select the closest plate size and verify bolt-hole compatibility.
BHP = Bolt Hole Pattern, shown under each plate.
Capacity shown is per caster (per wheel for wheels). Compare materials →
























| Tread | Core | Wheel sizes | Rated per caster | Listed temperature | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rubber | Polyolefin | 3, 4 and 5 in | 180 to 325 lb | -30°F to 140°F | cushioned and quiet on finished floors |
| Polyurethane | Polyolefin | 3, 4 and 5 in | 300 to 350 lb | -20°F to 180°F | quiet, floor-friendly and long wearing |
| Nylon | 3, 4 and 5 in | 300 to 350 lb | -40°F to 210°F | low rolling effort on smooth floors, handles wet areas | |
| Phenolic | 3, 4 and 5 in | 350 lb | -50°F to 250°F | hard and easy rolling on smooth, dry floors | |
| Polyolefin | 3, 4 and 5 in | 275 to 325 lb | -45°F to 180°F | wet and chemical areas, light to medium loads | |
| Semi-steel | 4 in | 350 lb | -45°F to 600°F | rough floors, heat and heavy loads |
Ratings are for single casters of plate mount total lock: 3 in-5 in wheels plate size: 2-3/8 x 3-5/8 in, from product fields [S1].
| Wheel | Treads | Rated |
|---|---|---|
| 3 x 1-1/4 in | rubber, polyurethane and phenolic | 180 to 350 lb |
| 4 x 1-1/4 in | rubber, polyurethane and nylon | 250 to 350 lb |
| 5 x 1-1/4 in | rubber, polyurethane and phenolic | 300 to 350 lb |
Related to plate mount total lock: 3 in-5 in wheels plate size: 2-3/8 x 3-5/8 in: total lock casters, 5 x 1-1/4 in polyurethane casters and 3 x 1-1/4 in phenolic casters.
Single plate mount total lock: 3 in-5 in wheels plate size: 2-3/8 x 3-5/8 in are rated 180 to 350 lb; most fall between 300 and 350 lb.
Most plate mount total lock: 3 in-5 in wheels plate size: 2-3/8 x 3-5/8 in use 2-3/8 x 3-5/8 in.
Rubber leads on plate mount total lock: 3 in-5 in wheels plate size: 2-3/8 x 3-5/8 in, rated 180 to 325 lb per caster. Among plate mount total lock: 3 in-5 in wheels plate size: 2-3/8 x 3-5/8 in, polyurethane is next at 300 to 350 lb.
Jordan Wilson, CasterHQ · reviewed October 20, 2026 · 844-439-4335 · info@casterhq.com
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