Power Caster PC-3 Motorized Trailer Dolly, El Monte, CA
Power Caster PC-3 Motorized Trailer Dolly, El Monte, CA
This is a vintage Power Caster PC-3, a motorized trailer dolly manufactured by Power Caster, Inc., in El Monte, California. Designed for maneuvering trailers with precision, it features a robust split-phase Dayton gear motor, model 2Z794D, delivering 1/2 HP of power. The unit's durable red-painted steel frame and dual-wheel configuration ensure stability and traction on a variety of surfaces. It includes a user-friendly control panel with dual toggle switches for "Power/Push" and "Brake/On."
The Power Caster is ideal for RV owners, trailer enthusiasts, or collectors of unique, functional industrial equipment. A durable, practical solution for tight trailer parking spaces.
- Model Number: PC-3
- Serial Number: B-1298
- Manufacturer: Power Caster, Inc., El Monte, California
- Motor: Dayton Split Phase Gearmotor, Model 2Z794D, 1/2 HP
- Patents: U.S. Patent No. D 212,900 and 3,439,764; Canadian Patent No. 849,328
- Frame Material: Durable red-painted steel construction with decorative gold pinstriping
- Wheels: Dual rubber tires for enhanced traction and stability
Condition:
Good working condition with visible wear consistent with regular use. The red-painted frame shows some surface scratches, chips, and minor signs of oxidation, particularly near bolts. The motor and control panel appear intact and operational.
Size:
- 30,000 lb. laden capacity
- 1/2 horsepower electric motor 800 in.-lbs. of torque @ 30 RPM (120v, 8.3 amps)
- Weight 94 lbs.
- Standard house current (120 volts AC)