Product Description
Hyster GWK-W40Z-LW load wheel kit, designed for Hyster W40Z and W45Z electric pallet trucks, offers a direct fit replacement for wear assemblies. Each kit includes polyurethane load wheels with BS 6205-2RS bearings, axles, and fasteners for easy field servicing.
Compatibility: Fits pallet jacks made by Hyster, model W40Z 45Z B218. Alternate model: W40Z45ZB218. SKU: GWK-W40Z-LW
Specifications
Installation
| Installation Type | Field-replaceable, compatible with Hyster W40Z/W45Z riser and fork carriage assemblies |
Material
| Wheel Material Specification | Polyurethane, 95A |
| Bearing Material Specification | BS 6205-2RS shielded ball bearing |
Part Numbers
| SKU | GWK-W40Z-LW |
| Compatibility | Hyster W40Z, W45Z (B218, C215) electric pallet trucks |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does GWK-W40Z-LW fit both W40Z and W45Z models?
A: Yes. GWK-W40Z-LW is compatible with Hyster W40Z and W45Z electric pallet trucks. It fits both B218 and C215 chassis configurations. The kit includes everything needed: polyurethane load wheels, BS 6205-2RS bearings, axles, and fasteners.
Q: What are BS 6205-2RS bearings and do they need maintenance?
A: BS 6205-2RS bearings are precision shielded ball bearings manufactured to British standard 6205. The -2RS designation means they have rubber shields on both sides and are factory-sealed with grease. No additional lubrication is needed. If the wheel fails to spin freely during field inspection, the bearing has seized and the wheel must be replaced.
Q: Can I swap GWK-W40Z-LW with a higher-hardness wheel kit?
A: Yes. GWK-W40Z-LW uses 95A durometer polyurethane. If your truck operates on rough or textured concrete, consider upgrading to GWK-W40Z-LW-XL (97A hardness) for extended wear life. Both mount to the same carriage; the 97A version will last longer on hard surfaces but may reduce traction on smooth or wet floors.
Q: Is installation a quick field swap?
A: Yes. GWK-W40Z-LW is field-replaceable. Lift the truck, remove fasteners holding the old wheel assembly, slide out the axle, insert the new hardened steel axle with mounted wheels and bearings, and secure. No welding or machining required. Install time is roughly 20 minutes per wheel.
Q: What diameter and width are the load wheels?
A: Standard specifications for GWK-W40Z-LW are 3.25 inch diameter by 4.5 inch tread width polyurethane wheels. These dimensions fit the OEM carriage without modification on both W40Z and W45Z models.