2A 175-4-60 60 inch Class 2 Pallet Forks – 6,000 lb Pair

Description

The 2A 175-4-60 60 inch Class 2 pallet forks give a compatible ITA carriage a longer blade for handling extended pallets, lumber bundles, crates, and farm or jobsite supplies. Each blade measures 1.75 inch thick by 4 inch wide by 60 inch long. The matched pair is rated for 6,000 lb at a 24 inch load center. Choose this length when the load needs more support beneath it and the forklift or attachment is approved for the resulting load position.

Longer Blades for Oversized Loads

A 60 inch blade can reach farther under long pallets and bulky materials than a shorter replacement fork. The standard taper at the tip helps the blade enter pallet openings and slide beneath supported loads. The 4 inch width and 1.75 inch thickness describe the blade cross section; check pallet opening clearance before ordering, especially when working with shallow or narrow pockets.

Extra length also changes how a machine handles a load. If the load’s center of gravity moves forward, the available lifting capacity can fall even though the forks carry a 6,000 lb pair rating at the specified load center. Check the actual load center and the machine’s load chart. The usable limit comes from the lowest rated part of the complete setup, including the carriage, frame, coupler, machine, and forks. The PRO-Link pallet fork selection guide explains these measurements in more detail.

These replacement forklift forks suit warehouses, material yards, construction sites, and farms with a properly matched carriage. They can also be used on a purpose built fork frame for a skid steer or tractor loader when that frame uses the correct Class 2 mounting system and is rated for the machine and load. The individual forks do not attach directly to a skid steer or loader coupler.

Match the Forks to a Class 2 Carriage

The 2A 175-4-60 uses ITA Class 2A upper and lower hooks and a fork locking mechanism. The upper hook hangs on the top carriage rail, the lower hook engages the bottom rail, and the lock holds the selected fork position. Confirm that both hooks seat correctly and both locks engage before lifting. These forks require compatible Class 2 rails; Class 3 rails are a different mounting size.

When replacing an existing pair, compare the fork markings, hook profile and spacing, locking arrangement, blade dimensions, and carriage width. If you are building a fork frame, the PRO-Link carriage bar guide explains how upper and lower rails work together. Selecting rails and fabricating a frame require an evaluation of the complete assembly’s geometry and capacity.

PRO-Link sells these forks as a matched pair and covers them with a one year limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects. Inspect both forks and the carriage regularly for bent blades, worn hooks, cracked areas, and locks that do not hold their positions.

Questions & Answers

Will these forks fit a Class 3 carriage?

No. The 2A 175-4-60 is a Class 2A hook fork. Check the existing carriage and fork markings before ordering; similar looking hooks do not establish a safe fit.

Does the 6,000 lb rating apply to one fork?

No. It is the published rating for the pair at a 24 inch load center. Your equipment may have a lower limit, particularly if the load sits farther forward.

Can these forks be mounted on a tractor loader?

Yes, if the loader uses a properly designed, rated fork frame with matching Class 2 carriage rails and a compatible machine coupler. Confirm the full attachment and machine limits before use.