Braked Castors
Braked castors, also known as lockable castors, are designed to provide controlled movement and secure positioning for industrial, commercial and material handling equipment.Most braked castors are swivel castors fitted with wheel brakes, directional locks or total stop braking systems for improved safety and st...ability. Braked castors can include different locking mechanisms depending on the application requirements:
- Wheel Brake – Locks the wheel to prevent rolling
- Directional Lock – Locks the swivel movement for straight-line travel
- Total Stop Brake – Locks both wheel rotation and swivel movement simultaneously
Most brake systems are fitted to swivel castors. Fixed castors with brakes are less common, although some specialist heavy-duty and shock-absorbing castors include braking systems.
Braked Castor Construction
Swivel braked castors rotate 360 degrees around a vertical swivel axis and consist of a castor wheel mounted within a swivel housing or bracket. The main components typically include:
- Top plate or bolt hole fitting
- Swivel head and ball race
- Castor bracket or yoke
- Wheel and axle assembly
- Brake mechanism
The top plate or fixing determines how the castor attaches to equipment. Common fixing methods include top plate fixings and single bolt hole fittings. Correct bolt hole centres are important when replacing existing castors.
Single & Double Ball Race Bearings
The swivel head contains ball bearings which allow the castor to rotate smoothly under load. Braked swivel castors are commonly available with:
- Single ball race bearings
- Double ball race bearings
Double ball race designs are widely used for medium-duty and heavy-duty applications because they provide improved load distribution, smoother steering and greater durability under static and dynamic loads.
What is Castor Offset?
Castor offset is the distance between the swivel axis and the centre of the wheel axle. This offset allows swivel castors to self-align and travel in the direction of movement, improving manoeuvrability and steering performance during operation. Read More
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In Stock80mm High Temperature Swivel Castor With Brake, 100kg Capacity | Phenolic Resin Wheel, Plain Bore (MSX080HTBHBR)
£24.8180mm Single Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel ... Read More) with Swivel & Wheel Brake. High Temperature Phenolic Wheel (Plain Bore) - Rated to +280 degrees C. Load Capacity = 100kg -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 350kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MBZ200PN2B)
Original price was: £51.53.£41.23Current price is: £41.23. Sale!200mm Swivel Castor with Swivel & Wheel Brake ... Read More(Top Plate - Pressed Steel) with a Red Polyurethane Tyre on a Nylon Centre Wheel and Precision Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 350kg. Key Specifications: Top Plate Size: 135x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: 105x80/75mm Bolt Hole Size: 11mm (to suit 10mm fixing bolts) Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake because both the swivel rotation and wheel are locked when applied) Overall Height: 235mm Castor Offset: 54mm Swivel Radius: 204mm Wheel Material: Polyurethane Tyre on Nylon (polyamide) Centre Tyre Hardness: 95 Shore A Wheel Tread Width: 50mm Bearing Type: Precision Ball Bearings Load Rating: 350kg (hand pushed to 4km/h) This castor has a pressed steel housing with a double ball race in the swivel head. Together with the precision ball bearings this enables easy manoeuvrability. The Polyurethane tyre wheel is not affected by water, will not damage or mark most flooring and absorbs some of the rolling vibration increasing the comfort for the user and reducing the associated noise. It can be used in many applications making it a very versatile castor. -
In Stock125mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSVH125NY2BSWB)
£14.42125mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Pressed Steel Swivel ... Read More Castor with Swivel and Wheel Brake. This castor has a Nylon Wheel with a Single Ball Bearing. The Load Capacity is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. -
In Stock50mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 50kg Capacity | Polypropylene Wheel, Plain Bore (LSM050PPBR)
£3.8950mm Swivel Castor With Total Stop Brake. 4 hole t ... Read Moreop plate with 48/38x48/38mm slotted bolt hole centres to suit 6mm fixing bolts. The wheel is Black Polypropylene with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 50kg Key Specifications: Top Plate Dimensions: 60x60mm Bolt Hole Centres: 48/38x48/38mm Bolt Hole Size: 6.2mm (Suits 6mm Fixing Bolts) Overall Height: 68mm Castor Offset: 20mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake Wheel Material: Black Polypropylene (Plastic) Bearing Type: Smooth Plain Bore Load Rating: 50kg -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 600kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KBMG200CRPCB)
£96.12200mm Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) with Swivel ... Read More & Wheel Brake. Crown Tread Polyurethane Tyred / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 600kg -
Out of Stock - On the Way200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 535kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (TSH200RU15F)
£143.68200mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Swivel Castor With Swiv ... Read Moreel & Wheel Brake (Fabricated Castor) with 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Rubber Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 535kg The Bolt Holes of the H series castor are slotted to 120x60mm and 105x80/75mm. Use 12mm diameter bolts when fitting at 120 x 60mm Use 10mm diameter bolts when fitting at 105x80/75mm Features of the H Series Castor The Genuine Revvo H Series castor is made from heavy gauge forged steel with a hardened ball race in the swivel race that serve as both thrust and radial bearings. The swivel head comes with a metal swivel seal and hydraulic grease nipple The closed base of the swivel ring prevents downward escape of lubricant The side plates are press formed to a cylindrical shape to give the best strength to weight ratio A four way direction lock can be purchased and fitted to the castor 9999-0181 Power Towable to 6km/h. -
In Stock125mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSVH125RN1BSWB)
£14.59125mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Swivel Castor with S ... Read Morewivel and Wheel Brake (Pressed Steel). Blue Rubber Tyre on a Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In Stock125mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSVH125PN2BSWB)
£16.68125mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Pressed Steel Swivel ... Read More Castor with Swivel and Wheel Brake. This castor has a Polyurethane Tyred Wheel on a Nylon Centred Wheel with a single Ball Bearing. The Load Capacity is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. Key Specifications: Bolt Hole Size: 13mm (to suit an M12 bolt) Overall Height: 154mm Castor Offset: 40mm Swivel Radius: 127mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake because both the swivel rotation and wheel are locked when applied) Wheel Material: Polyurethane tyre on a Nylon Centre Tyre Hardness: 92 (+/- 3) Shore A -
In Stock100mm Stainless Steel Swivel Castor With Brake, 150kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSS100RNBBR)
£30.21100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with a Total Stop Br ... Read Moreake (Stainless Steel Bracket) with 80x60mm Hole Centres and 128mm overall height. The non-marking Elastic Blue Rubber Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel has a 36mm Tread Width and contains a Stainless Steel Needle Roller Bearing to reduce the rolling resistance. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KBMG100CRPCB)
£50.99100mm Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) with a Swiv ... Read Moreel & Wheel brake. The top plate has 4 fixing holes with 105X80mm bolt hole centres. This castor comes with a Crown Tread Polyurethane Tyre on a cast iron centre wheel complete with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). Key Specifications and Features: Top Plate Size: 140x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake). Locks the wheel and swivel rotation when applied. Fixing Bolt Size: 12mm Overall Height: 143mm Offset: 35mm Swivel Radius: 138mm Tread Hardness: 92 +/-3 Shore A Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 300kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Crowned Tread for easy manoeuvrability -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 300kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Roller Bearing (KBMG100CIB)
£40.26100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80mm fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Cast Iron Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). Key Specifications and Features: Top Plate Size: 140x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm Fixing Bolt Size: 12mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake). Locks the wheel and swivel rotation when applied. Overall Height: 143mm Offset: 35mm Swivel Radius: 138mm Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 300kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Cast iron castor wheels have a very hard tread making them the easiest of wheels to move (low tractive resistance). They have a very high load capacity, extremely wear resistant and not affected by swarf or aggressive materials. -
Out of Stock - On the Way200mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 200kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSVH200NY1BSWB)
Original price was: £27.55.£17.39Current price is: £17.39. Sale!Swivel and Brake Castor with a 12mm Single Bolt Ho ... Read Morele fixing and a 200mm white nylon wheel with a needle roller bearing and thread guard fitted. The Load rating is 200kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) Key Specifications Bolt Hole Size: 13mm (to suit a 12mm fixing bolt) Overall Height: 228mm Wheel Tread Width: 50mm Castor Offset: 55mm Castor Swivel Radius: 165mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (Both the castor's swivel action and wheel are locked when the brake is applied) Load Capacity: 200kg -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre wheel, Roller Bearing (622PNBTSB)
£53.33150mm swivel castor with total lock brake, designe ... Read Mored for smooth movement, durability, and reliable load support in demanding industrial environments. This castor features a polyurethane tyre bonded to a white nylon centre, delivering excellent floor protection, low rolling resistance, and quiet operation. The integrated swivel and wheel brake ensures both rotation and wheel movement can be securely locked, providing maximum stability when stationary. Built with a pressed steel bracket and durable zinc finish, the castor is engineered for long service life, while the roller bearing ensures effortless mobility under heavy loads. Key Specifications Top Plate Size: 135 x 110mm hole centres Bolt Hole Centres: 105 x 80/75mm Bolt Hole Size: 11 x 14mm (suits 10mm Fixing Bolt) Brake Type: Total Stop Brake (both wheel and swivel rotation are locked when applied) Castor Offset: 53mm Swivel Radius: 185mm Overall Height: 188mm Wheel Diameter: 150mm Wheel Material: Red Polyurethane tyre Wheel Centre: White nylon Tyre Hardness: 98 +/- 3 Shore A Bearing Type: Roller bearing Load Rating: 500kg manual propulsion ~4km/h (walking speed) This castor is ideal for industrial trolleys, warehouse equipment, machinery bases, and heavy-duty mobile units. The polyurethane tread provides excellent grip and wear resistance, while also protecting floors from damage - making it suitable for both factory and commercial environments. The double ball bearing swivel head design ensures smooth steering and durability under continuous use. -
In Stock50mm Compact Braked Castor, 150kg Capacity | 50mm Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KS050PT2BBR)
£17.8950mm Low Level swivel and brake castor with 90x66m ... Read Morem Top Plate and 75/61x51/45mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. This Low Level compact castor has an overall height of 73mm and an Orange Polyurethane Wheel on a steel centre with a 33mm Tread Width and Ball bearings. Load Capacity = 150kg -
Out of Stock - On the Way200mm Swivel Castor with Side Brake, 400kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, (KSMG200EABBK)
£49.93200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Side Mounted Wh ... Read Moreeel Brake (Fabricated Steel) with with 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. This castor is fitted with a Black Elastic Rubber Tyre on an Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 400kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). Key Specifications & Features Top Plate Size: 140x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm Fixing Bolt Size: 12.7x25mm (Suits M12 Fixing Bolts) Brake Style: Side mounted wheel brake allows the swivel head to rotate freely while locking the wheel. Overall Height: 240mm Offset: 56mm Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 400kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Elastic rubber tyre castor wheels have a higher load capacity and lower rolling resistance (easier to get moving) than normal rubber tyre. They have a high resistance to wear and offer excellent running and operating comfort.
