Product Description
Polyurethane load wheel, for Caterpillar electric lift trucks. Steel core, high-load capacity, 95A Shore polyurethane tread, supplied with pre-installed precision ball bearing. cross-reference part numbers CT 971760, CT-971760, and CT 971760-A. Designed for heavy-duty electric pallet truck applications.
Specifications
Wheel Specifications
| Tread Hardness | Shore A 95 |
Material & Construction
| Wheel Material | High-load polyurethane, 95A Shore hardness |
| Core Material | Steel core with precision bearing seat |
| Bearing | Precision ball bearing pre-installed |
Part Numbers
| Manufacturer Part Number | CT 971760 |
| Cross Reference Part Numbers | CT 971760, CT-971760, CT 971760-A |
| Application | Heavy-duty electric pallet truck applications |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the key dimensions and fitment specifications for the CT 971760?
A: The CT 971760 is a load wheel with a precision ball bearing pre-installed. These dimensions fit standard Caterpillar electric pallet jack wheel carriage widths. Always measure your current wheel before ordering to confirm width and bore compatibility with your specific equipment.
Q: What are the cross-reference part numbers for the CT 971760?
A: The CT 971760 has several cross-reference formats: CT 971760, CT-971760 (hyphenated), and CT 971760-A. All refer to the same load wheel and are interchangeable in catalogs. The -A variant typically indicates an assembly configuration, so confirm which version you need before purchasing.
Q: What does 95A Shore polyurethane mean for load capacity and wear characteristics?
A: The 95A Shore hardness polyurethane provides high-load capacity and moderate wear resistance. This grade balances durability with traction, making it suitable for heavy-duty electric pallet truck applications on standard concrete floors. The 95A compound provides better grip on contaminated or wet floors compared to harder grades.
Q: Why is the steel core with precision bearing seat important?
A: The steel core provides structural rigidity needed for high-load electric lift truck duty. The precision bearing seat ensures the pre-installed ball bearing sits concentrically in the wheel bore, which minimizes runout and wobble. This precision manufacturing is critical for balanced wheel operation and extends bearing service life.
Q: What Caterpillar equipment is the CT 971760 compatible with?
A: The CT 971760 is designed for Caterpillar electric pallet trucks and electric lift truck applications. This wheel is rated for continuous-duty heavy-load environments typical of warehouses and distribution centers. Verify your specific equipment model against compatibility specifications before ordering.
Q: What are signs the CT 971760 needs replacement?
A: Replace the wheel when the polyurethane tread becomes visibly glazed or hardened, or when you notice reduced traction on wet or dirty floors. Grinding or squealing noises may indicate bearing wear. If the wheel wobbles or the equipment pulls to one side, the wheel may be damaged and replacement may be needed soon.
