2A 175-4-72 72 inch Class 2 Pallet Forks – 6,000 lb Pair

Description

The 2A 175-4-72 72 inch Class 2 pallet forks are a matched pair for long pallets, bundled lumber, and other loads that need support farther from the carriage. Each standard taper blade measures 1.75 inch thick and 4 inch wide. The published rating is 6,000 lb per pair at a 24 inch load center. These forks mount to a compatible ITA Class 2 carriage with 2A hooks and a locking pin.

Choosing a 72 Inch Blade

A long blade can support material that would overhang a shorter fork. For a yard handling long crates, building supplies, or agricultural materials, the added length may make it easier to place the forks under the load without leaving its far end unsupported. The tip’s standard taper helps the operator enter a pallet opening, while the blade’s cross section must still fit that opening. Measure narrow or low clearance pockets before choosing this pair.

More blade length does not add lifting capacity. It adds weight and may put a load’s center of gravity farther ahead of the machine. A 6,000 lb rating at a 24 inch load center does not mean the same weight can be lifted safely when a long load sits farther forward. Check the forklift’s capacity plate or the approved load information for the actual setup. For a skid steer, tractor loader, or other carrier with a properly designed Class 2 fork frame, check the carrier, coupler, frame, carriage, and forks as one system.

If long loads are part of daily work, a dedicated 72 inch fork may be useful because its blade length is built into the fork itself. When comparing this option with a shorter pair or extensions, focus on the material’s dimensions, how far it projects, the available operating space, and the machine’s approved capacity. The PRO-Link pallet fork guide explains fork selection and load center terminology.

Confirm the ITA Class and Hook Fit

The upper hook hangs from the top carriage rail, and the lower hook engages the bottom rail. The locking pin holds the selected side to side fork position. Before ordering, compare your existing fork markings with the carriage class, hook spacing and profile, lock arrangement, and available travel across the rails. These 2A forks require a matching Class 2 mounting setup; a Class 3 carriage is a different size.

A machine brand alone cannot establish fit. Forklifts can have different carriages, and a bare fork does not connect directly to a tractor or skid steer quick attach coupler. Those machines need a properly rated frame with the correct fork rails and machine connection. For frame work, the PRO-Link carriage bar guide explains the separate jobs of the upper and lower rails.

Inspect both forks before use, especially the hooks, locking pins, blades, and curved heel areas. Stop using a fork that is bent, cracked, badly worn, or unable to lock securely. PRO-Link sells this model in matched pairs and provides a one year limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects.

Questions & Answers

Are these 72 inch Class 2 pallet forks sold individually?

No. The 2A 175-4-72 is sold as a matched pair. The published 6,000 lb figure applies to the pair at the stated load center.

Will the longer blades raise my forklift’s lifting capacity?

No. Longer blades may move the load forward and reduce the machine’s usable capacity. Follow its approved rating for the actual load position and attachment.

Can I use these forks on any Class 2 carriage?

Confirm the full hook profile, rail dimensions, locking pin engagement, and fork spacing. A Class 2 label by itself does not verify every detail of the installed carriage.