1. Front wheel (load wheel/drive wheel)
(1). Materials:
A. Nylon wheels: wear-resistant, impact resistant, suitable for flat hard surfaces such as cement and tiles.
B. Polyurethane wheels (PU wheels): quiet, shockproof, and do not damage the ground, suitable for smooth indoor floors such as warehouses and supermarkets.
C. Rubber wheels: Strong grip, suitable for uneven or slightly oily surfaces.
(2). Diameter: commonly 80mm~200mm (the larger the load capacity, the larger the wheel diameter is usually).
(3). Width: approximately 50mm~100mm.
(4). Load capacity: A single wheel is usually designed to be 0.5-3 tons (depending on the overall design of the forklift).
2. Rear wheel (steering wheel)
(1). Material: mostly nylon or polyurethane, some light-duty forklifts use rubber.
(2). Diameter: Usually smaller than the front wheel, about 50mm~100mm.
(3). Type: Mostly universal wheels with braking function.
3. Common specification examples
(1). Light forklift (<1 ton):
A. Front wheel: Nylon/PU, diameter 80-120mm
B. Rear wheel: Nylon, diameter 50-70mm
(2). Medium sized forklift (1-2 tons):
A. Front wheel: PU/rubber, diameter 120-180mm
B. Rear wheel: Nylon/PU, diameter 70-90mm
(3). Heavy duty forklift (>2 tons):
A. Front wheel: reinforced nylon/rubber, diameter 180-200mm
B. Rear wheel: wide body nylon, diameter over 100mm
If specific models are needed, it is recommended to provide the brand, model, or photos of the forklift for more accurate recommendations.
Post time: Aug-02-2025
