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Red steel platform truck with removable raised handle and four-sided lip

Dayton

Dayton 13X509 Platform Truck Red Steel 1200 lb

SKU CH-89QD-958NB

A steel platform truck with a 1,200 lb load capacity and a removable raised handle for easy maneuvering

  • Product typeWheelbarrows & Carts
  • 1,200 lb capacity moves heavy loads
  • 48 in by 24 in steel deck fits bulky items
  • 13-gauge powder-coated steel resists wear and rust
  • Removable raised handle allows compact storage
  • Four 1 1/2 in lips keep cargo secure

1200 lb Steel Platform Truck

The Dayton 13X509 platform truck is a red steel cart rated for a 1,200 lb load capacity. It suits warehouses, workshops and delivery teams that move heavy boxed or palletised goods across flat floors. The solid 13-gauge steel deck measures 48 in by 24 in and sits 6 in above the ground. A removable raised handle allows the operator to push or pull the unit as needed.

Thermals Noise and Power Draw

This is a non-powered manual cart so it produces no heat, draws no electricity and generates no motor or fan noise during use. The only sound comes from the wheels rolling over the floor surface. Powder-coated steel construction resists corrosion without requiring any energy input. There are no thermal limits or duty-cycle restrictions because the product has no electrical or hydraulic components.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under continuous maximum loading of 1,200 lb the welded steel frame and 13-gauge deck maintain their shape without permanent deformation. The four-sided 1 1/2 in lip keeps items contained during long transport runs across the 51 1/2 in overall length. With no side panels the platform allows overhanging loads when required. The fixed overall height of 34 in and width of 24 in remain constant regardless of load duration.

How it compares

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Price $178.99
Pricier than about 86% of the 1,487 comparable items (median $32.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameZORO SELECT
Product typeWheelbarrows & Carts

Questions about this item

How do I install the removable raised handle on the Dayton 13X509 platform truck, and what is the common mistake?

Slide the handle posts into the deck sockets until they lock; the step people miss is checking both sides click fully before loading the 1200 lb capacity.

What maintenance will the powder-coated steel deck and frame need over time?

Inspect the powder coating for chips after heavy 1200 lb loads; touch up exposed steel to prevent rust, and grease the caster swivels periodically.

Which limit appears first when the truck carries 1200 lb continuously?

The 13-gauge steel deck will deflect before the frame or casters reach their limit, so watch for permanent bowing on the 48 by 24 in surface.

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