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White R-2228 1973 Parts Catalog – Factory Upright Parts for 2000–8000 lb Forklifts

You’ve got a White R-2228 forklift in the shop with a worn-out lift cylinder. The aftermarket parts book you’ve been using lists numbers that don’t match anything on the truck. You spend an hour on the phone only to find out they superseded the part three times. That’s where the White R-2228 1973 Parts Catalog comes in. It’s the original factory document – not a reprint or a scan of a scan – and it lists every part number for the upright assembly by capacity range. 28 pages, printed November 1973, and it covers Duplex High Free Lift, Simplex Low Free Lift, Simple, and I-Beam uprights for 2000 to 8000 lb lift trucks. You don’t guess with this thing; you flip to the right chart and order the exact bolt, bushing, or cylinder head listed in the factory parts breakdown.

Common Parts for 2000# to 3000# Uprights – Pages 2-3

Pages 2 and 3 break down the common hardware for the smaller uprights: rail rollers, bearing caps, stop bolts, pivot pins, and the cylinder head assembly. Each part is listed with its factory part number and a reference number that matches the exploded diagram. This is the section you use when you’re rebuilding the mast and need to know which 3/4″-10 x 1-1/4″ stop bolt goes in the outer rail. The catalog tells you the bolt is part 50A1296, and it lists the quantity per upright. No ambiguity.

Lift Cylinders for Duplex 2000# to 6000# – Page 12 Details

Page 12 covers the lift cylinders used on duplex uprights in the 2000 to 6000 lb range. If you see oil leaking from the cylinder rod seal or the barrel has a dent, you need the correct head and seal kit part numbers. This page lists the cylinder head part numbers (20-6000472, 20-6000561, 20-6004136) along with the guide head and sheave chain. You’ll also find the bolt and washer sizes for mounting. Matching the wrong head to the cylinder bore will cost you a tow truck ride. Use the factory numbers and you get the right diameter every time.

3 Capacity Ranges Covered in the Upright Charts

The charts on pages 20 through 28 split the uprights into three capacity groups: 2000–3000 lb, 3000–5000/6000 lb, and 6000–8000 lb. Each group has separate charts for Duplex, Simplex, and Simple upright types. For example, the Duplex Upright Chart for 2000# to 3000# is on page 20, the Simplex version is on page 23, and the Simple version is on page 26. You cross-reference your unit’s capacity and upright style to get the exact rail dimensions, inner rail part numbers, and cylinder assembly numbers. Trying to swap parts from a 5000 lb upright into a 3000 lb unit? The catalog shows the rail roller pins and cap screws are different. That saves your weekend.

Match Your Upright Type to the Right Chart

Duplex, Simplex, or Simple – each upright type has its own section on the chart pages. The Duplex High Free Lift upright uses two lift cylinders; the Simplex Low Free Lift uses one. The Simple upright is a fixed-mast design with no free lift. The catalog marks each chart clearly: Duplex Upright Chart for 5500# to 6000# on page 22, Simplex Upright Chart for 6000# to 8000# on page 28. If you’re working on a 5500 lb truck with a duplex mast, you go to page 22. No flipping through generic illustrations that don’t match your hardware.

Carriages and Common Hardware – Pages 8-10

The carriage assembly is where the forks mount and where the load chain attaches. Pages 8, 9, and 10 show the carriage components for all upright types across the capacity range. You’ll find the carriage backplate, fork stops, side rollers, and chain anchors. Part numbers are given for the complete carriage assembly and for individual pieces. If you’ve got a cracked carriage weld, you order the replacement backplate from this section instead of fabricating something that won’t hold the load rating. The factory part number ensures the material grade and hole pattern match the original.

Why Factory Documentation Beats Aftermarket Cross-References

Aftermarket parts catalogs often combine multiple years and models into one list, and they omit the 12-point bolt head specifications or the straight grease fitting angle. The White R-2228 Parts Catalog is an OEM publication from White Materials Handling Company, a subsidiary of White Motor Corporation. The part numbers in this book were the ones used on the assembly line in Hopkins, Minnesota. When you order a 35A12652 guide head using the number from this catalog, you get the 15/32″ x 2″ x 2-15/16″ dimension that fits the machined bore in your cylinder. For related White models, refer to White MY20, MY25, MY30, MY40C Parts Catalog – OEM Forklift Part Numbers, White MA20B, 25B, 30SB 1979 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs, and White MA20, A25, A30S Parts Catalog – OEM Forklift Part Numbers.

Does This Parts Catalog Include Torque Specifications?

No. This is a parts catalog only – it lists component numbers and quantities, not assembly torques. Torque values for bolts like the 1/2″-13 cylinder mounting bolt or the bearing cap screws are found in the White R-2228 Service Manual. If you need those numbers, get the service manual alongside this catalog. Using the right part is half the job; torquing it to spec is the other half.

How Do I Use the Upright Charts on Pages 20-28?

First, identify your forklift’s capacity (stamped on the nameplate) and the upright type (Duplex, Simplex, or Simple). Then flip to the corresponding chart: page 20 for Duplex 2000-3000 lb, page 21 for Duplex 3000-5000 lb, page 22 for Duplex 5500-6000 lb, page 23 for Simplex 2000-3000 lb, page 24 for Simplex 3000-5000 lb, page 25 for Simplex 5500-6000 lb, page 26 for Simple 2000-6000 lb, page 27 for Duplex 6000-8000 lb, and page 28 for Simplex 6000-8000 lb. Each chart lists the inner and outer rail part numbers, the lift cylinder assembly number, and the carriage-specific parts. Cross-reference the part numbers with the common parts sections (pages 2-7) to get the complete hardware list. For background on the broader industry, see Automotive Industry Overview and Internal Combustion Engine.

This catalog runs 28 pages and covers every upright variant White produced for the R-2228 series in 1973. You get the same document a dealer would have had on his counter. No aftermarket guessing, no blurred photocopies. Access the Factory Manual and keep a copy in your shop binder. When the next fork truck comes in with a bent upright rail, you’ll have the right part number in hand.