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8x3 Kingpinless Rubber-on-Iron Caster with Face Brake

Wheel
8" x 3"
Capacity
900 lbs
Plate Size
5-1/4" x 7-1/4"
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Product Overview
At a glance
Load capacity900 lbs
Wheel8" × 3" Rubber
MountPlate — 5-1/4" x 7-1/4"
Temperature-20°F to 180°F

Kingpinless 8x3 Rubber-on-Iron Wheel Caster with Face Brake

Heavy Duty. Smooth Ride. |

Product Overview

The Kingpinless 8x3 Rubber-on-Iron Wheel Caster (SKU: 470MR08501SFBB) is built to endure demanding environments. This caster features a robust rubber-on-iron construction, ensuring smooth rolling operation and long-lasting performance for your heavy-duty applications.

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Key Features

Industrial Casters: Built to Bear Heavy Loads

Unmatched Strength | Smooth Operation

Applications: Perfect for use in warehouses, factories, and other industrial settings, this caster can handle heavy loads while providing smooth and controlled movement.

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Ordering & Shipping Information

Order processing

In stock. Orders placed before 12pm CT (Mon–Fri) typically ship the same or next business day from our Mansfield, TX warehouse.

Shipping method

Because of its size and weight, this item typically ships LTL freight on a pallet. Smaller add-on items may ship parcel. Freight cost is calculated by destination and shown before payment, or quoted for large orders.

Payment & procurement terms

Purchase orders — accepted from approved accounts
Net 30 terms — available on approved credit
ACH & all major cards — Visa, MC, Amex, Discover
Tax-exempt — submit your resale/exemption certificate

New to CasterHQ? Open an account or request terms and send your resale or tax-exemption certificate before ordering so it is applied at checkout.

Volume pricing & quotes

Quantity discounts apply automatically — no codes needed. For large, recurring, or custom requirements, request a bulk quote and our team will confirm pricing, lead time, and total landed freight upfront.

Returns & warranty

Stock items carry a 30-day return policy in unused, resalable condition. Made-to-order and custom items are non-returnable once production starts. All products carry the manufacturer's warranty against defects.

Typical transit times after shipment

Central & Southern U.S.: typically 1–2 business days
East & West Coasts: typically 2–3 business days
Remote areas and freight deliveries may take longer.

Need an exact freight quote or blanket PO?

For pallet freight, scheduled releases, or blanket purchase orders, contact our team and we'll confirm total landed cost before you commit. Direct line: 844-439-4335.

Additional Information

Industrial Casters: Built for Reliability and Ease of Use

Effortless Efficiency | Minimal Maintenance

Unmatched Performance for Industrial Applications

These industrial casters are designed to deliver exceptional performance in demanding environments. The kingpinless design minimizes maintenance requirements, keeping your operations running smoothly. The robust construction ensures long-lasting durability, while the face brake provides superior stopping power and control for enhanced safety.

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Our team of caster specialists is here to answer your questions and assist you in selecting the perfect solution for your needs. Contact us today to discuss your project requirements!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the load capacity of this caster?+

This Albion 470MR08501SFBB 8"x3" Rubber-on-Iron Kingpinless Caster is rated to 900 lbs per caster. Size a set by dividing the total load by the number of casters, and for uneven floors assume 3 of 4 casters carry the load. Keep continuous-use loads within about 75-80% of the rating.

What wheel does this caster use?+

This caster runs a Rubber wheel with a 3" tread width. Rubber absorbs shock and protects floors, and runs quietly, which suits noise-sensitive and light-to-medium duty use.

What plate size and bolt pattern does it use?+

This caster uses a top-plate mount with a 5-1/4" x 7-1/4" plate and a 3-3/8" x 5-1/4" slotted to 4-1/8" x 6-1/8" bolt pattern. Measure your existing mounting holes before ordering; if you are replacing casters, match the bolt pattern - most standard patterns interchange across brands.

What temperature range can this caster handle?+

Rated for -20°F to 180°F. Operating outside the rated range can reduce wheel life and load capacity, so match it to your environment (wash-down, freezer, oven-adjacent, etc.).

What floors and applications is it best for?+

The Rubber wheel performs best on rough, uneven, or outdoor surfaces such as asphalt, gravel, and cracked concrete. For non-marking or clean-environment needs, ask us about matching tread options.

How do I order, and what are the terms?+

We accept purchase orders and offer Net 30 on approved accounts, ACH, and all major cards, plus tax-exempt ordering with a resale or exemption certificate. Volume discounts apply automatically; request a bulk quote for large or recurring orders. Stock items carry a 30-day return policy in unused condition (made-to-order items are non-returnable once production starts).

Technical FAQs & Engineering Notes

Application guidance for load margin, wheel materials, and swivel construction. Confirm ratings against your duty cycle, floor, and temperature before final spec.

How do I properly factor the 25% safety margin into a multi-caster cart configuration?

Start with total system weight (payload + structure + fixtures), divide by casters that actually share the load, and keep continuous working load per caster at or below roughly 75% of catalog capacity (~25% margin). Heavy-duty kingpinless frames are often used on uneven floors, docks, and towed trains where dynamic load transfer is common — do not assume perfect four-caster share. If impact, drop-offs, or shock loading is expected, treat the margin as a floor, not a stretch goal, and confirm capacity at the wheel diameter and tread you select on this PDP. Dynamic and side loads are separate from static catalog ratings; call out towing or AGV duty when you quote so we can sanity-check the configuration.

When must an application bypass standard polyurethane and spec high-temperature glass-filled nylon or phenolic wheels?

Stay with polyurethane when floors are relatively smooth, temperatures stay inside the PU service window, and you want floor protection plus rollability. Move to phenolic, glass-filled nylon, or other high-temp / high-hardness options when heat, certain chemicals, or very high point loads push past what standard PU can sustain. Kingpinless construction solves swivel durability under thrust; it does not raise the wheel’s temperature or chemical limit. Use the wheel material and temperature fields on this product (and sibling SKUs) to match the environment — heat duty and side-thrust duty are independent selection axes.

Why do traditional kingpin swivel raceways fail prematurely under towing or AGV side-thrust loads compared to kingpinless alternatives?

Kingpin swivels concentrate clamping and much of the axial stack through one pin. Towing hitches, AGV corrections, and side scrub introduce lateral and moment loads that work that pin and the race faces harder than hand-pushed carts. Typical early wear modes include kingpin stretch or hole elongation, race brinelling, and increasing swivel play. Kingpinless designs replace that single-pin stack with a machined or forged raceway that carries thrust through the race path, which is why they are the usual spec for powered towing and higher side-load industrial carts. Pair kingpinless swivels with a wheel and bearing package rated for the same duty — the swivel upgrade alone does not fix an undersized tread or bearing.

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Albion 470MR08501SFBB 8"x3" Rubber-on-Iron Kingpinless Caster | CasterHQ

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Technical Specifications

Identification
Brand Albion Casters
Dimensions & Mounting
Wheel Diameter 8"
Wheel Tread Width 3"
Plate Size 5-1/4" x 7-1/4"
Bolt Hole Pattern 3-3/8" x 5-1/4" slotted to 4-1/8" x 6-1/8"
Mount Style Plate
Load & Performance
Wheel Capacity 900 lbs
Temp Range -20°F to 180°F
Materials & Finish
Wheel Material Rubber
Frame Material Zinc Plated Steel
Will This Caster Handle Your Load?
Enter your loaded weight — we derate to 3 effective casters on a 4-caster rig, per industry practice for uneven floors.
Rated capacity: 900 lbs per caster. For dynamic loads, towing, or debris-strewn floors, apply additional safety factor · full engineering tools →
Fitment & Interchange
MountPlate
Plate Size5-1/4" x 7-1/4"
Bolt Pattern3-3/8" x 5-1/4" slotted to 4-1/8" x 6-1/8"
Slotted holes — fits multiple bolt patterns, ideal for retrofits
Replacing an existing caster? Match the bolt pattern first, then wheel size · more 5-1/4" x 7-1/4" plate casters →

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