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ALBION

8x3 Kingpinless Forged Steel Rigid Caster - 5500 lb Capacity

Wheel
8" x 3"
Capacity
5500 lbs
Overall Height
10.5"
Plate Size
6" x 7-1/2"
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Product Overview

Ultimate Kingpinless Casters

Heavy Duty | 5,500 lb Capacity

Built to Handle the Toughest Jobs

The Ultimate Kingpinless 8" x 3" Forged Steel Caster is a heavy-duty industrial caster designed for extreme environments and high-capacity applications. This top-of-the-line caster features a 7.5" x 6" top plate for superior stability and load distribution, ensuring your equipment rolls smoothly and safely even under the most demanding conditions.

Unmatched Performance & Durability

Here are just a few of the benefits of the Ultimate Kingpinless Caster:

  • 5,500 lb capacity - handle even the heaviest loads with ease
  • Forged steel construction - built to last for years of industrial use
  • 7.5" x 6" top plate - provides superior stability and load distribution
  • Engineered for extreme environments - withstands harsh conditions and heavy use

Expert Support On Standby

Got questions about the Ultimate Kingpinless Caster or any other caster need? Our Caster Experts are here weekdays 8 am - 5 pm to provide expert advice for your project needs.

Key Features

Built to Last: Heavy-Duty Casters for Industrial Applications

Unmatched Durability | Expert Support

Move heavyweight champions with ease. Our industrial casters are ideal for heavy machinery, industrial equipment, and material handling applications. The kingpinless design ensures maximum durability and smooth moment under extreme loads.
Precision-engineered for demanding environments. We use only the highest quality materials and construction techniques to create casters that can withstand the toughest conditions.

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: Unmatched Strength & Maneuverability

Upgrade Your Equipment | Move Heavy Loads with Ease

Built to Last, Engineered to Perform

  • Kingpinless technology: Enhanced stability for smooth rolling, even under heavy loads.
  • Forged steel construction: Unmatched strength and durability for demanding industrial environments.
  • Large 8" x 3" wheels: Effortless maneuverability on any surface.
  • High 5500 lb load capacity: Handle the toughest tasks with confidence.
  • Versatile 7.5" x 6" top plate mounting: Easy installation for a wide range of applications.

Expert Support On Standby

Got questions about our industrial casters? Our product specialists are here weekdays 8 am - 5 pm to help you choose the perfect solution for your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the load capacity of this caster?+

This Albion 8" x 3" Forged Steel Rigid Kingpinless Caster – 5500 lb is rated to 5500 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 plate size and bolt pattern does it use?+

This caster uses a top-plate mount with a 6" x 7-1/2" plate. Measure your existing mounting holes before ordering; if you are replacing casters, match the bolt pattern - most standard patterns interchange across brands.

Is this a swivel or rigid caster, and how does the brake work?+

This is a Rigid caster. Rigid casters track straight for directional stability. For most mobile equipment we recommend 2 swivel + 2 rigid, or 4 swivel with at least 2 brakes.

What is the overall mounted height?+

The overall height (floor to top of plate or stem) is 10.5". Account for it when checking equipment clearance, dock height, and ergonomic working height.

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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Technical Specifications

Specifications

Identification
Part Number / SKU600FS08509R
Core
Load Capacity5500 lbs
Wheel Diameter8"
Wheel Width3"
Floor to top of mounting plate (or stem shoulder).Overall Height (OAH)Floor to top of mounting plate (or stem shoulder).10.5"
Rig TypeRigid
BrakeNo Brake
Swivel ConstructionKingpinless
Mounting
Mount StylePlate
Plate Size6" x 7-1/2"
Wheel
Wheel tread hardness. Shore D is hard; Shore A is softer.Durometer (Shore)Wheel tread hardness. Shore D is hard; Shore A is softer.Rockwell 80 B
Wheel ColorClear Coat Enamel
Bearing TypeTapered Roller Bearing
Construction
Frame / FinishZinc Plated Steel
Reference Dimensions
CASTERHQ Interactive 3DSeries geometry
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Drag to rotate. Select a label (OAH, Plate, BHP, Dia, Width) for its dimensioned drawing view; Esc or Back to 3D returns. Double-click or Reset view to recenter. Values from manufacturer specs; series geometry for the 3" tread plate caster family.

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OAH10.5"
Dia8"
Width3"
Plate6" x 7-1/2"
View 2D drawingSide, front & top plate views
Side elevation
OAH 10.5"DIA 8"DIA 8"
Front elevation
WIDTH 3"
Top plate
6" 6"PLATE 7-1/2"
CASTERHQ
Reference drawing3" tread plate caster series · 8" wheel
Units: inchesThird-angle projection
Reference only. Not for fabrication. Outlines drawn to scale from series CAD geometry; dimension values come from product specifications. Confirm against the technical table before ordering.
Overall Height10.5"
Wheel8" x 3"
Top Plate6" x 7-1/2"
Illustrative series geometry for the 3" tread plate caster family. Dimensions are manufacturer specification values. Confirm against the technical table before ordering.
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: 5500 lbs per caster. For dynamic loads, towing, or debris-strewn floors, apply additional safety factor · full engineering tools →
Fitment & Interchange
MountPlate
Plate Size6" x 7-1/2"
Rig TypeRigid
BrakeNo Brake
Replacing an existing caster? Match the bolt pattern first, then wheel size · more 6" x 7-1/2" plate casters →
Documentation
Spec sheet (PDF) 30-day pricing honored Caster selection guide Caster University Fleet & contract pricing Net 30 available
30-day returns · manufacturer warranty · spec support: 844-439-4335 (Mon–Fri 8–5 CST)

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