The EMCO Wheaton A0717-748VWLA is a 48" square manhole/vault with a 3/8" heavy-duty diamond plate steel lid and 16-gauge steel body. The locking vault lift assist design features a hinged lid with gas-assist lift for safe one-person operation. Water-resistant seal protects contents from water intrusion. Weighs 270.0 lbs. AASHTO H20 wheel loading rated.

Key Features

AASHTO H20 wheel loading — traffic-rated for roadway and parking area installations
3/8" diamond plate steel lid — heavy-duty, non-slip surface
16-gauge steel body — reinforced construction
Locking Vault Lift Assist — features a hinged lid with gas-assist lift for safe one-person operation
Water-resistant seal — protects vault contents from water and debris
Gas-assist lift — safe one-person lid operation on heavy covers
Cross-braced with 3" structural steel channel — maximum load capacity

Technical Specifications

Part Number	A0717-748VWLA
Size	48"
Style	Locking Vault Lift Assist
Lid Material	3/8" diamond plate steel
Body Material	16-gauge steel
Seal Type	Water-resistant
Overall Height	24.6"
Weight	270.0 lbs
Load Rating	AASHTO H20
Pallet Quantity	165

Applications

Utility vaults, meter pits, valve access, electrical junction boxes, water/sewer infrastructure, and any underground access point requiring AASHTO H20 traffic-rated protection.

About EMCO Wheaton

EMCO Wheaton Retail (a division of ECT Manufacturing) is the industry standard in manholes and access covers — specified by municipalities, utilities, and infrastructure contractors nationwide.

Questions on sizing, bulk pricing, or custom skirt heights? Call (866) 514-3684 or email us — we ship within the USA and welcome tax-exempt purchasing for qualified accounts.

Square Manhole Cover, Vault 48"x 48"x24", Hinged Lift Assist