2A 138-4-48 48 inch Class 2 Pallet Forks – 4,000 lb Pair

Description

The 2A 138-4-48 are 48 inch Class 2 pallet forks sold as a matched pair for compatible ITA carriages. Each fork has a blade measuring 1 3/8 inch thick and 4 inches wide, with a standard taper for entering pallet openings. The pair is rated at 4,000 lb at a 24 inch load center. For operators replacing worn forks or equipping a properly matched carriage, this model combines a practical 48 inch working length with a clearly specified cross section and mounting class.

The “2A” designation identifies the Class 2A upper and lower clip arrangement. It describes how the forks engage a compatible carriage; it does not, by itself, establish lifting capacity. Check the carriage rails, clip profiles, locking arrangement, and machine rating before ordering.

How the 48 inch Blade Handles Everyday Loads

A 48 inch blade can support many common pallets, crates, and material bundles when the load is positioned correctly. Its 4 inch width provides a bearing surface under the load, while the standard taper helps the blade enter pallet openings. Blade length matters because material that extends beyond the tips may need more support, and a load carried farther forward can change the effective load center.

These forks are manufactured from Cr40 alloy steel. Added material reinforces the rounded heel where each horizontal blade meets its upright shank. That area sees repeated contact during lifting and is an important inspection point throughout the fork’s service life. The supplied product specifications also describe dye penetrant testing and a 3:1 safety factor. Neither feature replaces routine checks for cracks, bends, wear, damaged clips, or faulty locks.

The published 4,000 lb rating applies to the pair at a 24 inch load center. The forklift or attachment may have a lower usable capacity, and a different load center can affect what it can safely lift. Follow the lowest applicable rating for the complete machine, carriage, and fork assembly.

Check Class 2A Fit Before Replacing Forks

These 48 inch Class 2 pallet forks hang from a compatible top carriage rail and engage the lower rail through their mounting clips. The locking components must seat in the intended carriage positions. Compare the existing fork markings and mounting geometry rather than assuming that any fork marked “Class 2” will fit every machine or frame.

These are carriage-mounted forks, which differ from the shaft-mounted forks in PRO-Link’s weld-on bucket fork kits. If existing fork markings are worn, record the carriage class, photograph the upper and lower clips, and check how the locking pins meet the rail notches. For a pallet fork frame on a loader or skid steer, verify that the frame itself has the correct Class 2A carriage and a suitable machine rating.

The model number also helps distinguish this pair from nearby options: “138” identifies 1 3/8 inch thickness, “4” identifies 4 inch width, and “48” identifies 48 inch length. Those dimensions differ from the 42 inch version and from thicker Class 2 models with other published ratings. The right choice depends on the existing carriage, the loads being handled, and the equipment’s limits.

This product is sold only as a pair and is covered by PRO-Link’s one-year limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects, subject to the warranty terms.

Questions & Answers

Will these forks fit every Class 2 carriage?

No. Confirm the upper and lower clip profiles, carriage rail geometry, fork locks, and available side-to-side travel against the actual equipment.

Is the 4,000 lb rating per fork?

No. It is the published rating for the matched pair at a 24 inch load center. Check the capacity of the complete lifting setup.

How does this model differ from 2A 138-4-42?

The key length difference is the blade: this model is 48 inches long, while 2A 138-4-42 is 42 inches long. Match the length to the load and equipment.