Fixed Castors
Fixed Castors are sometimes referred to as rigid castors. This is because Fixed castors are indeed Rigid and can only perform straight line movements. The bracket is formed from a single sheet of steel or stainless steel pressed into the desired shape. Alternatively, fabricated castors are made from forged steel, the yokes (or side plates...) are welded to the top plate.In both cases, fixed castors do not have any moving parts. The wheel sits directly under the top plate so that the castor offset is zero. Conversely, swivel castors have the centre of the wheel offset from the centre of the top plate (where the swivel axis is). The longer the offset the more easily the castor can self-align to the direction of force. That is, direction you want to castor to go. See here for swivel castors.
Fixed castors are generally used either in perfectly straight aisles where you want your trolley to only move forwards and backwards. It is more common that Rigid Castors are used in in conjunction with swivel or lockable swivel castors. They provide stability to your trolleys movement when travelling in a straight line and steering when rounding curves or corners.
Using Fixed Castors
A combination of Fixed and Swivelling castors is the most common configuration (two fixed and two swivel). With this configuration turning on the spot is quite hard. If you need to do this maybe all swivel castors is what you need. The addition of a directional locks can turn some castors into fixed castors and back again. Call us on 0121 772 1010 to learn more.
A word of caution. If you are using a six castor configuration, the two central castors should be Rigid Castors and at least one size bigger than those at the front and at the back. Furthermore, the two central castors must be able to hold at least half the total weight so they are strong enough to enable the platform to pivot on them. For more information about recommended load capacities, please click here. Read More
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In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing, 238mm Height (KFCR20020241)
£78.00200mm Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) and Crown Tread ... Read More Polyurethane Tyred / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 500kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, MFK200PN2B (MFK200PN2B)
£47.20200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More105x80 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 500kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (829PNB)
£55.65200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More105x80 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 500kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (829SUB)
£93.20200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More105x80 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 500kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 535kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing, (HKF20020341)
£82.96200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi ... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Rubber Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 535kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 535kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, (TFH200RU2H)
£99.93200mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricate ... Read Mored Castor) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Rubber Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 535kgFeatures of the H Series CastorThe Genuine Revvo H Series castor is made from heavy gauge forged steelThe side plates are press formed to a cylindrical shape to give the best strength to weight ratio -
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200mm Fixed Castor, 535kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (TFH200RU15)
£72.63200mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricate ... Read Mored Castor) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Rubber Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 535kgFeatures of the H Series CastorThe Genuine Revvo H Series castor is made from heavy gauge forged steelThe side plates are press formed to a cylindrical shape to give the best strength to weight ratio -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 550kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KF200NYB550)
£41.52200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More105x80 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 550kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 6000kg Capacity | Machine Cast Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (UGXT200ARFMCQ)
Original price was: £847.74.£529.42Current price is: £529.42. Sale!Extra Strong Fabricated Fixed [Rigid] Castor – 200 ... Read Moremm Machined Cast Nylon Wheel | 6000kg Load Capacity Engineered for extreme strength and performance, this Extra Strong Fabricated Fixed Castor is built to handle the toughest heavy-duty applications. Designed with precision and durability in mind, it delivers outstanding load capacity, smooth rolling, and long-lasting reliability. A set of 4 of these castors has a total load capacity of 18,000kg! Product Overview Crafted with forged steel brackets, this castor ensures excellent manoeuvrability even under maximum load. The powder-coated frame provides superior corrosion resistance. The 200mm machined cast nylon wheel (80 Shore D hardness) is non-marking, smooth-running, and fitted with precision ball bearings for exceptional performance and quiet operation. Its integrated axle shaft design guarantees maximum strength and stability, making it one of the most durable castors available today. Key Specifications Load Capacity: 6000kg Top Plate Size: 255 x 215mm Bolt Hole Centres: 210 x 160mm Bolt Hole Size: 18mm Overall Height: 280mm Wheel Material: Machined Cast Nylon (80 Shore D) Wheel Tread Width: 100mm Bearings: Precision Ball Bearings Finish: Powder Coated Steel Load Rating: 6000kg. Power Towable to 4 km/h Why Choose This Castor? Designed for extreme heavy-duty applications Exceptional strength and durability from forged steel construction Smooth and reliable swivel motion with precision bearings Non-marking nylon wheel ideal for protecting floors Perfect for use in industrial equipment, manufacturing environments, heavy transport systems, and machinery applications, this castor delivers unmatched performance where strength, durability, and manoeuvrability are critical. Download UGXT & GXT Data Sheet Here -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 600kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Ball Bearing (KFMG200CIB)
£57.21200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi ... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Cast Iron Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 600kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 600kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (KFMG200NYB)
£34.94200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) w ... Read Moreith 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel with a Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 600kg Fixed Castors are also known as Rigid Castors. 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) Overall Height: 240mm 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 Fixed Castor, 600kg Capacity | Polypropylene Wheel, Ball bearing (KFMG200CRPCB)
£88.19200mm Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) and Crown Tr ... Read Moreead Polyurethane Tyred / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 600kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 600kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KFMG200PAB)
£61.94200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi ... Read Moreth 105x80mm Fixing Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre on an Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 600kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 600kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, KFMG200PCB (KFMG200PCB)
£65.27200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi ... Read Moreth 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 600kg Key Specifications and Features: Top Plate Size: 140x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm Fixing Bolt Size: 12.7x25mm Bolt Holes (Suits M12 Fixing Bolts) Overall Height: 240mm Tread Hardness: 92 +/-3 Shore A Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 600kg (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 Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 800kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KF200NYBJ800)
£63.45200mm Fixed Castor with a 135mm x 110mm Top Plate ... Read Moreand 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole spacings. The castor wheel is a Solid White Nylon with two shielded ball bearings. Load Capacity = 800kg The castor wheel is a heavy-duty polyamide 6 (usually referred to as nylon) wheel with shielded ball bearing and is not affected by water. Being a hard tread it offers the lowest rolling resistance and easiest mobility. This castor is a popular choice in a wide variety of heavy-duty applications and the Nylon wheel will not damage or mark concrete floors
