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Hamilton Workhorse WH Casters

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Diameter: 3-1/4 to 8 inTread: 2 inPlate: 4 x 4-1/2 in (most)Capacity: 450 to 2,000 lb per caster
This page lists Hamilton Workhorse WH casters with polyurethane, phenolic, nylon and cast iron treads. Polyurethane on cast iron and aluminum cores is the most common tread on these Hamilton Workhorse WH casters, rated 450 to 2,000 lb per caster in 3-1/4, 4, 5, 6 and 8 in. Ratings by tread: phenolic 700 to 1,400 lb, nylon 2,000 lb and cast iron 1,000 to 2,000 lb. Brands: Hamilton.

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Wheel = wheel diameter · capacity is per caster.

Hamilton Workhorse WH Casters: buying guide

Hamilton Workhorse WH casters by tread

Tread Core Wheel sizes Rated per caster Listed temperature Where it fits
Polyurethane Cast iron and Aluminum 3-1/4, 4, 5, 6 and 8 in 450 to 2,000 lb -5°F to 160°F quiet, floor-friendly and long wearing
Phenolic 3-1/4, 4, 5, 6 and 8 in 700 to 1,400 lb Up to 250°F hard and easy rolling on smooth, dry floors
Nylon 4, 5, 6 and 8 in 2,000 lb -30°F to 220°F low rolling effort on smooth floors, handles wet areas
Cast iron 4, 5, 6 and 8 in 1,000 to 2,000 lb -22°F to 750°F heat, chips and heavy loads on rough floors
Steel 4, 5 and 6 in 1,400 to 2,000 lb -22°F to 750°F heavy loads and track

Ratings are for single casters of Hamilton Workhorse WH casters, from product fields [S1].

Wheel sizes

Wheel Treads Rated
3-1/4 x 2 in phenolic and polyurethane 575 to 700 lb
4 x 2 in polyurethane, phenolic and nylon 450 to 2,000 lb
5 x 2 in polyurethane, phenolic and nylon 600 to 2,000 lb
6 x 2 in polyurethane, phenolic and nylon 800 to 2,000 lb
8 x 2 in polyurethane, phenolic and nylon 1,000 to 2,000 lb

Choosing Hamilton Workhorse WH casters

  1. Load: divide the loaded weight by three for a four-caster cart [S2]. Among Hamilton Workhorse WH casters, a 1,950 lb caster then suits about 5,850 lb, and the strongest at 2,000 lb about 6,000 lb.
  2. Mount: most Hamilton Workhorse WH casters use a 4 x 4-1/2 in top plate; 4 x 5 in plates are listed too; check the bolt spacing on your frame against the plate size.
  3. Floor: on Hamilton Workhorse WH casters, polyurethane is kinder to tile and finished floors; phenolic, nylon, cast iron and steel roll easier under heavy loads on smooth concrete.
  4. Rig: rigid and swivel Hamilton Workhorse WH casters are listed.
  5. Heat: among Hamilton Workhorse WH casters, the highest listed range is -22°F to 750°F on cast iron; check the temperature field on each listing before oven or hot-room use.

Hamilton Workhorse WH casters questions

How much weight can Hamilton Workhorse WH casters carry?

Single Hamilton Workhorse WH casters are rated 450 to 2,000 lb; most fall between 940 and 1,950 lb.

What top plate do Hamilton Workhorse WH casters use?

Most Hamilton Workhorse WH casters use 4 x 4-1/2 in. Other plates on Hamilton Workhorse WH casters: 4 x 5 in.

What wheel material is most common on Hamilton Workhorse WH casters?

Polyurethane leads on Hamilton Workhorse WH casters, rated 450 to 2,000 lb per caster. Among Hamilton Workhorse WH casters, phenolic is next at 700 to 1,400 lb.

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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