Product Description
The YL 572470 is a heavy-duty polyurethane load wheel engineered for electric pallet jacks, reach trucks, and turret trucks from Yale and compatible manufacturers. This wheel is designed to mount on steered axles and carries the primary weight load while absorbing impact during daily material handling operations. The polyurethane compound resists abrasion, provides reliable traction, and maintains performance across warehouse and dock environments. Ideal for replacing worn wheels on existing electric lift equipment.
Specifications
Product Overview
| Part Number | YL 572470 |
| Product Type | Load Wheel |
| Manufacturer | Yale |
| Description | Direct replacement polyurethane load wheel for electric lift truck steered axles |
Physical Specifications
| Material | Polyurethane |
Compatibility
| Application | Steered Axle - Electric Lift Trucks |
| Wheel Category | Load Wheel (carries vehicle weight) |
| Compatible Equipment | Yale electric pallet jacks, reach trucks, turret trucks, and other electric lift truck models |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the YL 572470 and what is its function?
A: The YL 572470 is a polyurethane load wheel designed for electric lift truck steered axles. Load wheels carry the primary vehicle weight and absorb shock during material handling operations.
Q: Which electric lift truck models use the YL 572470?
A: The YL 572470 is compatible with Yale electric pallet jacks, reach trucks, turret trucks, and other Yale-manufactured electric lift equipment. Cross-reference your equipment model number with the manufacturer's parts catalog to confirm compatibility.
Q: Is the YL 572470 a wheel-only part or a complete assembly?
A: The YL 572470 is the wheel component only. For a complete load wheel assembly including bearings, axle fittings, and hardware, consult Yale parts documentation or contact your distributor for the appropriate assembly part number.
Q: What are the signs that my YL 572470 wheel needs replacement?
A: Worn load wheels typically exhibit increased vibration, reduced traction, audible grinding or squealing, uneven wear across the wheel face, vehicle pulling to one side, or sluggish steering response. Perform regular visual inspections for flat spots, chunks, or significant wear.
Q: Should I replace just one YL 572470 wheel or both wheels on the axle?
A: For optimal performance and consistent handling characteristics, replace load wheels in matching pairs (both sides of the steered axle) whenever significant wear is detected. Mismatched wheel wear levels create steering imbalance and accelerates tire degradation.
Q: How should I store spare YL 572470 wheels?
A: Store wheels in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight, ozone sources, and extreme heat. Keep wheels upright or stacked in a stable configuration to prevent flat-spotting or warping of the polyurethane compound.
Q: Can the YL 572470 wheel be repaired if damaged?
A: Polyurethane load wheels cannot be reliably repaired if cracked, chunked, or significantly deformed. Replacement is the recommended action for safety and performance reasons. Minor surface scuffing does not typically require wheel replacement if the wheel maintains round shape and even tread contact.
