What’s Considered a Heavy Load for a Pallet Jack? – Part 2

In our previous post, we talked about what is considered a heavy load for a pallet jack. Here are some more things that are considered a heavy load and how pallet jack wheels can help you redistribute the weight.

In addition to the standard pallet jacks that are rated for 5,500 lbs., there are also pallet jacks available that can lift loads as much as 11,000 pounds. For such massive weight, steel pallet jack wheels are typically the right choice that manufacturers make for heavy duty pallet jacks. While these wheels might not roll as smoothly as polyurethane wheels and won’t be as quiet, they can withstand extremely heavy loads.

They are also able to resist lots of damage from debris that could be covering concrete floors. These steel wheels are strong, sturdy, and durable, and are likely the ideal option when it comes to pallet jacks that have to lift very heavy loads.

For heavy-duty pallet jacks with load capacities of more than 10,000 pounds, the load wheels can also be doubled. Instead of having one single load wheel underneath the tip of every fork, two wheels can be used. Utilizing a pair of wheels will allow the forks of the pallet jack to be able to withstand a lot more weight.