Product Description
Yale YL 550124706 triple wheel kit, 97a XL polyurethane, is a replacement part for electric lift truck applications. Genuine OEM for Yale, intended for use in electric pallet truck configurations requiring polyurethane wheel compound and multi-wheel arrangement.
Specifications
Part Numbers & Compatibility
| OEM Part Number | YL 550124706 |
| Product Description | Triple wheel kit, 97a XL polyurethane |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of equipment is the YL 550124706 triple wheel kit designed for?
A: The YL 550124706 is a replacement triple wheel kit for Yale electric lift truck applications. It is an OEM component for electric pallet trucks requiring a multi-wheel arrangement and polyurethane wheel compound. Verify your electric truck model accepts this triple wheel configuration before ordering.
Q: What wheel compound does the YL 550124706 use and what are its properties?
A: The YL 550124706 features 97a XL polyurethane wheels. The 97a durometer rating indicates a medium-hard polyurethane compound designed for industrial material handling. This compound provides good floor contact, wear resistance, and traction on typical warehouse floors while maintaining load capacity through multi-wheel load distribution.
Q: Why does the YL 550124706 use a triple wheel arrangement instead of single wheels?
A: Triple wheel kits distribute the load across three contact points, reducing floor pressure and wear on individual wheel treads. This arrangement improves traction, stability, and steering control on electric lift trucks. Multi-wheel designs also extend tire life by spreading wear across more surface area.
Q: What is the expected lifespan of the YL 550124706 polyurethane wheels?
A: Polyurethane wheel lifespan depends on floor type, truck usage frequency, and load cycles. In typical warehouse conditions, 97a polyurethane wheels generally last 1-3 years before treads wear flat or wheels develop flat spots. More frequent use on rough surfaces will shorten lifespan. Replace when wheels no longer roll freely or steering becomes sluggish.