Design your own Magliner when you mix and match parts from our modular components system to create a customized hand truck. As the industry leader, Magliner has created this section to help you design the hand truck that best suits your needs.
These recommendations are based on ergonomic evaluation, customer feedback and engineering specifications. To purchase your customized hand truck select from the components and accessories listed below and contact us today we would be happy to help.
Overview
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Weighing In The weight of a hand truck can vary by as much as 30 pounds! Hand truck weight can make a significant difference on driver stress and fatigue. The average beverage delivery driver will lift nearly 14 tons less per year by selecting a hand truck just three pounds lighter. |
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| Increase the longevity of your hand truck. Before you begin your workday, always inspect your hand truck. An inspection takes only a few minutes but can save you time and inconvenience later. |
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Frames
 | #1 Straight back Our most popular frame. Excellent general purpose frame for a wide variety of package sizes and use in most industries. |
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 | #2 (or B) Straight back lattice A variation of our #1 frame with a vertical strap to improve load management with small package sizes. |
 | F Curved lattice back Curved molded cross braces and a vertical strap. Excellent for managing small cylinders or pails. |
 | #4 Straight back with bolted molded cross members Similar to our #1 frame but with molded cross braces. The molded cross braces are high strength and exceedingly impact resistant. They help protect against metal to load contact and reduce the potential for load damage. |
 | #5 Curved back with bolted molded cross members The curved molded cross braces are specifically designed to cradle and provide stable load management for larger cylindrical loads. High impact resistance makes them excellent for managing heavy loads like kegs. |
 | #6 Two straight (top) and one curved (bottom) bolted cross members A variation of the #4 and #5 frames providing high impact resistant molded cross braces. Perfect for managing loads with a variety of shaped packages, specifically cylinders and boxes. |
Stress-Resistant Frames
| Heavy-duty frames with wider cross braces for maximum durability. Recommended where the user frequently moves maximum loads and/or encounters high shock impact situations such as stairs, ramp-to-ground and other uneven terrain transitions. |
 | C Straight back This frame handles the most popular package sizes – beverage cases, boxes, etc. |
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 | D Straight back lattice A variation of our C frame wih a vertical strap, perfect for transporting smaller packages. |
Handles
Handles are often selected based on user preference. The following are general benefits of the different handle types Magliner offers. Overall, the more simple the handle, the less weight it adds to the hand truck.
 | Horizontal Loop Most popular handles – allows user to grip on multiple locations depending on situation. Add additional comfort with vinyl sleeve or additional load support with “U” brace. |
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 | Vertical Loop Provides the optimum break-back comfort and allows users multiple gripping choices. |
 | Double Loop Allows vertical gripping for easy break-back or horizontal gripping for controlled rolling; excellent for stair climbing or descending. |
 | Single Grip Provides optimum balance point between user and hand truck; use high grip for control on stairs or low grip for easy turning. |
 | Double Grip Excellent steering capability and firm grip for solid load control. |
Noses
 | Die-Cast Aluminum and Magnesium Our most popular and highest value nose plates Magnesium: Magnesium is extremely lightweight and durable, weighing 1/3 less than comparable products made from aluminum. Magnesium noses are temperature resistant so they work well in cold weather and freezers. Magnesium noses flex rather than break and easily return to their original shape for long life. Aluminum noses are stronger and more economical than magnesium noses Our two popular Magnesium Noses are the H nose (L 300 mm X W 350 mm) and the U Nose ( L 190 mm X W 450 mm). Both magnesium and aluminum noses are available in a variety of sizes to fit almost any load requirement. |
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| In general, 8” wheels in a similar tire and wheel compound are lighter than 10” wheels; 10” wheels typically provide better maneuverability over more diverse terrain environments. |
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Pneumatic (1060) Pneumatic tires provide excellent shock absorption and load protection. Best uses include uneven terrains or surfaces such as gravel. Shock absorption means reduced impact on loads for less damage and better stability. Recommended when loads are consistently near maximum capacity. (Magliner recommends checking air pressure regularly and maintaining proper pressure). The Height of this wheel is 250 mm. |
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Microcellular (1010) Puncture Proof Wheels Microcellular wheels work well on challenging surfaces including rough and uneven terrain. Microcellular wheels are long lasting – never need air, never goes flat. They provide some of the shock absorption capabilities of a pneumatic. The Height of this wheel is 250 mm. |
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Balloon cushion (1030/830) A lightweight, excellent rolling tire and wheel that provides shock absorption characteristics only surpassed by a pneumatic. Shock absorption means reduced impact on loads for less damage and better stability. The Height of this wheel is 200 mm. |
 | Stair Climbers Help ascend and descend stairs with less effort. Polymer glide strips improve the ability to negotiate curbs, steps and stairs while reducing the potential for load damage or loss associated with stairs and curbs and they protect stairs from damage. |
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 | Folding Nose Extends the length of the hand truck nose to carry additional bulky packages. |
 | Hi-U Frame Extension Available in several heights. These extensions provide additional stability for unusually high loads; add the optional padded cover to cushion arms for better comfort and fewer injuries. |
 | Keg Hook Provides additional stability for keg delivery especially on stairs. |
 | Wheel Guards Adding wheel guards provides a barrier between the wheels and the load, reducing damage – especially useful with overlapping loads like flour bags. |
 | Accessory Bag Provides a secure place to carry hand-held computers, pencils, food service splits and other supplies. |
