3A 2-2-42 42 Inch Class 3 Block Fork – 1,900 lb

Description

The 3A 2-2-42 42 inch Class 3 block fork combines a narrow masonry-handling blade with mounting clips for a compatible Class 3 carriage. Its blade measures 2 inch thick by 2 inch wide and 42 inch long, with a published capacity of 1,900 lb per fork. PRO-Link sells block forks individually rather than in pairs, giving equipment owners the ability to order the quantity required for a properly designed block-fork arrangement.

42 Inch Class 3 Block Fork Fit for Masonry Carriages

Block forks are made for supporting bundles of brick, concrete block, cinder block and similar masonry products. Instead of relying on two standard-width pallet forks, a masonry carriage commonly positions four or six narrow forks across the load. The quantity and spacing must be selected for the bundle, carriage and machine rather than assumed from the product name alone.

The 42 inch blade offers support beneath compatible loads while limiting unnecessary forward extension when a longer blade is not required. Its 2 inch by 2 inch cross section allows several blades to be arranged across a suitable carriage. Buyers should still confirm that the fork will enter beneath the packaged material and provide the required support for the actual bundle.

The 3A designation identifies this model as a Class 3 fork. Class 3 carriages are commonly associated with a nominal 20 inch carriage height and are used on larger material-handling equipment. Nominal height is only a starting identification point. Before ordering, verify the complete mounting arrangement, including the upper and lower clip profiles, distance between engagement points, fork-lock style, carriage rail shape, carriage width and available spacing.

A Class 3 block fork should not be installed on a Class 2 carriage simply because the blade dimensions and capacity are similar. The mounting clips and carriage geometry must match. Equipment brand alone is also insufficient because forklifts, loaders, telehandlers and specialized masonry machines may be equipped with different carriage systems.

Per-Fork Capacity and Negative-Drop Requests

The 1,900 lb rating belongs to one 3A 2-2-42 fork. It is not a pair rating or a published rating for an entire four-fork or six-fork carriage. Adding together the ratings of the individual blades does not establish the finished attachment capacity. Load distribution may be uneven, and the complete system remains limited by the machine, carriage, attachment, fork spacing, load position and lowest-rated component.

Because this product is sold individually, buyers can order the approved quantity for a new configuration or replace a compatible fork in an existing arrangement. When replacing one fork, compare its part number, Class 3 mounting geometry, 42 inch length, 2 inch by 2 inch cross section, capacity marking and physical condition with the other forks that will share the load.

PRO-Link can arrange custom negative-drop block forks for applications requiring the blade to extend below the bottom mounting clip. The negative-drop designation states that distance. For example, N7 means the blade extends 7 inches toward the ground below the bottom clip.

Negative-drop models require advance consultation and are priced separately. Contact PRO-Link before ordering with the required drop, carriage and clip measurements, machine information, fork quantity and details about the intended load. These specifications must be reviewed and custom pricing established before the order is placed.

PRO-Link products include a one-year limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects.

Questions & Answers

What is the difference between the 3A and 2A 2-2-42 block forks?

Both have a 2 inch by 2 inch cross section, 42 inch blade and 1,900 lb per-fork rating. The important difference is mounting class: the 3A fits a compatible Class 3 carriage, while the 2A is intended for Class 2 mounting.

Is the 3A 2-2-42 sold as one fork?

Yes. PRO-Link block forks are sold individually and are the only forks in the PRO-Link catalog sold this way. The buyer must select the correct quantity for the approved carriage arrangement.

How do I request an N7 negative-drop block fork?

Contact PRO-Link before ordering. N7 means the blade extends 7 inches below the bottom clip. Custom negative-drop forks require confirmed dimensions and special pricing.