2A 138-4-42 42 inch Class 2 pallet forks – 4,000 lb Pair

Description

The 2A 138-4-42 are 42 inch Class 2 pallet forks sold as a matched pair for compatible ITA carriages. Each fork has a 1 3/8 inch thick, 4 inch wide blade with a standard taper. The pair is rated at 4,000 lb at a 24 inch load center. This model gives operators a defined replacement choice for moving pallets, equipment, and general materials when their carriage requires Class 2A hook mounting.

The “2A” designation identifies the upper and lower clip arrangement. It describes how the forks attach to a compatible carriage; it does not establish the capacity of the forklift or finished attachment. Before replacing an existing pair, compare fork markings, clip profiles, rail geometry, and locking components rather than relying on blade length alone.

Cr40 Steel, Standard Taper, and Reinforced Heels

The 42 inch blades provide practical support for pallets, crates, and bundled materials when the load is positioned correctly. Their standard taper helps the tips enter pallet openings, while the 4 inch blade width supplies a bearing surface beneath the load. The length also distinguishes this pair from the longer 48 inch forks with the same cross section. Choose the length that suits the material and equipment without assuming a longer blade increases the machine’s lifting capacity.

The forks are made from Cr40 alloy steel. Extra material reinforces the rounded heel where each horizontal blade joins its upright shank. This area experiences repeated loading and contact, making it an important point to inspect for wear or damage. The supplied specifications describe automated manufacturing controls, dye penetrant testing for surface defects, and a 3:1 safety factor. These production details support consistent construction but do not replace correct loading and routine inspection.

Inspect both forks and their mounting hardware during normal equipment checks. Look for cracks, bent blades or shanks, excessive heel wear, damaged clips, and locks that do not engage. Remove a damaged fork from service and follow the appropriate inspection or replacement process for the equipment.

Confirm Class 2A Carriage Fit and Capacity

These 42 inch Class 2 pallet forks hang from a compatible top carriage rail while the lower clips engage the bottom rail. The locks hold the selected fork positions after the operator adjusts spacing for a load. Confirm that both clips seat properly, the forks move as intended when unlocked, and the locks engage before lifting. Fork class is determined by this mounting geometry, including spacing between the upper and lower clips, rather than by blade dimensions alone.

This is a hook-mounted ITA fork pair. It is different from the shaft-mounted forks used in PRO-Link’s weld-on bucket fork kits. For a forklift or a properly designed pallet fork frame, verify the complete carriage, rails, frame, coupler, and machine rating. A machine brand by itself does not prove fit. If the original fork markings cannot be read, measure the mounting arrangement and compare it with the equipment documentation before ordering.

The published 4,000 lb rating is for the matched pair at a 24 inch load center. A load carried farther forward can reduce the equipment’s usable capacity. Check the machine data plate and all components of the lifting setup; follow the lowest applicable rating. PRO-Link sells this model only in pairs and covers it under its one-year limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects, subject to the warranty terms.

Questions & Answers

What does 2A 138-4-42 mean?

“2A” identifies the Class 2A mounting configuration. “138” denotes 1 3/8 inch thickness, “4” denotes 4 inch blade width, and “42” denotes 42 inch length.

Is the 4,000 lb capacity for each fork?

No. It is the published rating for the matched pair at a 24 inch load center. The complete machine or frame may have a lower usable rating.

Will this pair fit every Class 2 forklift?

No. Confirm the carriage rail and clip profiles, upper-to-lower engagement, locking arrangement, and equipment rating before replacing forks.