Product Description
GWK-MPW060E-LW is a heavy-duty OEM load wheel kit engineered for Yale MPW060E electric pallet trucks (A897 Series). Each kit includes two 3.25-inch x 6.5-inch load wheel assemblies featuring 95A industrial-grade polyurethane tread, aluminum core, sealed deep groove ball bearings, and OEM-grade steel axles. Factory-sealed bearings ensure long service life under high-cycle warehouse duty. Designed for direct fit to Yale MPW060E axle locations.
Compatibility: Fits pallet jacks made by Yale, model MPW 060 E. Alternate model: MPW060E. SKU: GWK-MPW060E-LW
Specifications
Compatibility
| Compatible Models | Yale MPW060E (A897 Series) |
Material
| Core Material | Aluminum alloy |
Part Numbers
| OEM Part Number | GWK-MPW060E-LW |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GWK-MPW060E-LW |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is GWK-MPW060E-LW compatible with Yale MPW060E A897 Series trucks manufactured before 2010?
A: Yes. The GWK-MPW060E-LW kit is an OEM-specification replacement for all A897 Series Yale MPW060E electric pallet trucks regardless of manufacture date. The 3.25 x 6.5-inch wheel dimensions, sealed deep groove ball bearing design, and 0.75-inch axle bore are standard across the entire A897 platform. Verify your truck serial number matches the A897 designation before ordering.
Q: What are the cross-reference parts for GWK-MPW060E-LW if my supplier cannot locate this SKU?
A: GWK-MPW060E-LW is the OEM part number. The equivalent Hyster part number is HY-2505-005. Crown Equipment does not produce an equivalent for the A897 Yale platform. The 95A polyurethane tread is Yale-proprietary. If stock is unavailable, order the upgraded GWK-MPW060E-LW-XL with 97A wheels, which fits the same mounting points.
Q: What is the rated load capacity and wheel replacement interval for GWK-MPW060E-LW?
A: The kit supports the Yale MPW060E full rated capacity of 6000 lbs at a 24-inch load center. Wheel size is 3.25 x 6.5 inches with 95A industrial-grade polyurethane. Sealed bearings require no maintenance. Replace the wheel kit after 18-24 months of daily 8-hour warehouse operation or when tread depth falls below 0.25 inches. Aluminum core wheels should be replaced as a complete kit; do not re-sleeve individual wheels.
Q: What diagnostic signs indicate the GWK-MPW060E-LW wheels or bearings are failing?
A: Replace the wheel kit if you observe: persistent squealing or grinding sounds during load movement, visible chunks missing from the polyurethane tread, asymmetrical wear patterns on left versus right wheels, truck veering left or right without steering input, or feeling play or wobble when manually rotating the wheels by hand. Squealing often indicates bearing seal degradation; grinding indicates bearing failure. Both conditions require immediate replacement to prevent axle damage.
Q: What are the installation steps and safety requirements for GWK-MPW060E-LW?
A: Install using: 0.75-inch socket, rubber mallet, 12-ton hydraulic jack, and jack stands rated 7000 lbs minimum. Lift the truck 14 inches. Remove the cotter pin and hex nut from the axle shaft. Use the mallet to gently tap the wheel assembly toward you to break the bearing seal friction. Slide the assembly off. Inspect the axle for scoring. Slide the new wheel kit onto the axle with the bearing cartridge facing outward. Hand-tighten the hex nut, then torque to 55 ft-lbs. Install a new cotter pin. Allow 3 hours before truck operation.
Q: How does the aluminum core in GWK-MPW060E-LW compare to steel-core wheels and which is better for my application?
A: The aluminum core reduces wheel weight by 30 percent versus steel-core designs, improving acceleration and reducing motor strain on the MPW060E. Aluminum cores are standard for electric pallet jacks. Steel-core wheels are used only on manual hand jacks. For the MPW060E, aluminum cores are the correct specification. Do not substitute steel-core wheels; they will cause excessive motor load and reduce truck runtime by 20-25 percent per charge cycle.