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 Stock125mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 350kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Ball Bearing (KBMG125CIB)
£39.89125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Cast Iron Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 350kg 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: 165mm Offset: 39mm Swivel Radius: 147mm Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 350kg (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. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 350kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KBMG100PCB)
£52.27100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80mm Hole Centres. This castor has a high quality Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 350kg 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 Tread Hardness: 92 +/-3 Shore A Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 350kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Polyurethane tyre castor wheels offer high load capacity and exceptional wear resistance—lasting up to 10 times longer than rubber wheels under similar conditions. With a soft tread that’s softer than concrete, they won’t damage floors and operate with minimal noise. Resistant to oils, greases, petrol, and a wide range of chemicals, they’re ideal for demanding environments. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 270kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KBMG100NYB)
£40.98100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80mm fixing Hole Centres. This castor is fitted with a white Nylon Wheel and Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 270kg 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: 270kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Nylon castor wheels have a hard tread making them one of the easiest to move (Low tractive resistance). They have a high load capacity, are low maintenance and extremely resistant to water, salts, greases, acids and alkalis. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 200kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KBMG100EAB)
£35.81100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) 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 = 200kg 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: 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: 200kg (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. -
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. -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KBCR20020241)
£97.03200mm Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with Swivel &a ... Read Moremp; Wheel Brake. Crown Tread Polyurethane Tyred / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 500kg -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KBCR15020241)
£72.91150mm Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with Swivel &a ... Read Moremp; Wheel Brake. Crown Tread Polyurethane Tyred / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 500kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KBCR10020241)
£41.42100mm Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with Swivel &a ... Read Moremp; Wheel Brake. Crown Tread Polyurethane Tyred / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg -
In Stock75mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 70kg Capacity | Polypropylene Wheel, Plain Bore (LSV075PPBR)
£4.8675mm white polypropylene Wheel fitted into a Top P ... Read Morelate Swivel with brake Castor with 55x42mm bolt hole centres. The load capacity of this castor is 50kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. This popular general purpose castor is fitted with a hard white polypropylene wheel that won't damage concrete floors. The hard tread lowers the rolling and swivelling resistance making this castor easier to push compared to softer treads. This castor is ideal for most domestic or industrial applications where a small yet sturdy braked castor in needed. -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 600kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KBMG200PAB)
£76.65200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Aluminum Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 600kg -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 600kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (KBMG200NYB)
£45.65200mm Top Plate Swivel & Brake Castor (Fabrica ... Read Moreted Steel) with 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel with a Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 600kg Key Specifications and Features: Top Plate Size: 140x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm Fixing Bolt Size: 12.7x25mm (suits M12 Fixing Bolts) Brake Style: Swivel and Wheel Brake locks both the swivel rotation and the wheel when applied and is also called a Total Stop Brake. Overall Height: 240mm Offset: 56mm Bearing Type: Roller Bearing Load Capacity: 600kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Nylon castor wheels have a hard tread making them one of the easiest to move (Low tractive resistance). They have a high load capacity, are low maintenance and extremely resistant to water, salts, greases, acids and alkalis. -
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 -
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200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 600kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Ball Bearing (KBMG200CIB)
£65.00200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Cast Iron Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 600kg -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KBMG150CRPCB)
£69.88150mm Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) with Swivel ... Read More & Wheel Brake. Crown Tread Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 500kg Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel brake (Total Stop Brake) which locks both the wheel and the swivel rotation Double Pedal Brake Top Plate Size: 140mm x 110mm Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted to 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm Overall Height: 190mm Tread Width: 45mm Offset: 40mm Swivel Radius: 149mm
