Swivel Castors
Swivel castors provide 360-degree movement for trolleys, workbenches, transport platforms, machinery and material handling equipment. Keystone supplies a wide range of options, including top plate and bolt-hole fixings, bra...ked models, stainless steel designs and heavy-duty wheels for industrial, commercial and specialist applications.How Swivel Castors Work
The swivel head contains ball bearings that allow the castor to rotate smoothly. Swivel castors may use either a single ball race or a double ball race. Double ball race swivel castors are often used for medium duty and heavy duty applications because they provide good steerability, compact construction and reliable performance under static and moving loads.
Swivel Castor Fixing Types
The fixing determines how the castor attaches to your equipment. Common swivel castor fixing types include: Top plate fixing – usually square, rectangular or triangular and bolted directly to the equipment. Single bolt-hole fixing – fitted using a central bolt or stem connection. When choosing a plate-fixing swivel castor, check the plate size, bolt-hole diameter and fixing centres to make sure it matches your equipment.
Braked Swivel Castors
Swivel castors can be supplied with brake options to improve safety and control. Depending on the castor, the brake may lock the wheel, the swivel head or both. For options with integrated brakes, view our braked castors.
Swivel Castor Components
The diagram below shows the main parts of a swivel castor, including the fixing, swivel head, yoke and wheel. Swivel castor components diagram showing fixing, swivel head, yoke and wheel
Swivel Castor Offset
The swivel castor offset is the distance between the swivel axis and the centre of the wheel. This offset allows the castor to trail behind the swivel point and turn in the direction of movement. The offset and wheel diameter determine the swivel radius: Swivel radius = offset + wheel diameter ÷ 2 This measurement shows how much space the castor needs to rotate fully around the vertical axis. In general, a larger offset improves running performance and steering, but may reduce the castor’s load capacity.
Choosing the Right Swivel Castor
Use the filters on this page to compare swivel castors by wheel diameter, load capacity, fixing type, brake option, wheel material and bearing type. If you are unsure which castor is suitable for your application, contact Keystone for technical advice. Read More
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In Stock50mm Compact Swivel Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KS050PT2BBHBR)
£17.4550mm Low Level swivel with brake castor and 12mm S ... Read Moreingle Bolt Hole Fixing. This Low Level compact castor has an overall height of 70mm and an Orange Polyurethane Wheel on a steel centre with a 33mm Tread Width and Ball bearings. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In Stock260mm Swivel Castor, 150kg Capacity | Pneumatic Wheel, Roller Bearing (KS260APNB)
£72.39260mm Pneumatic Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed S ... Read Moreteel) with 150x115mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Pneumatic Tyre / Metal Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg. This wheel is sized 3.00-8 with a 2 ply tyre thickness making it a strong Light-Medium duty wheel and though it has a 10" diameter, it is also commonly referred to as a 260mm wheel. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 75kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSV100BRP1B)
£6.11100mm Black Rubber Tyre wheel on a plastic centre ... Read Morewith a roller bearing fitted into a pressed steel swivel castor bracket. The Swivel Bracket has a 4 hole top plate with 80x60mm bolt hole spacing. The load capacity of this castor is 75kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) The Black Rubber Tyre is softer wheel compared to hard tread wheels like nylon and the rubber absorbs vibrations whilst in motion making this a low noise option and will not scratch the floor. The roller bearing lowers the rolling resistance to reduce the effort required to move the castors. Together with the strong bracket that has a double ball race in the swivel head makes this castors a great choice for many industrial or domestic applications. The wheel might leave marks on the floor and if you want a non-marking version of this castor please order our MSV100GRP1B -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor, 400kg Capacity | Black Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (MSK200EA2B)
£47.52200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More 105x80mm Fixing Hole Centres. Black Elastic Rubber Tyre on an Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 400kg. Elastic Rubber Tyres have a soft tread and are gentle on floors. They are an excellent choice when a rubber tyre is needed and the weight to be carried is more than what a castor with a standard rubber tyre can hold. -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor, 1000kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Ball bearing (HKS20020441)
£92.45200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) w ... Read Moreith 105x80 Hole Centres. Cast Iron Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 1000kg -
In Stock125mm Swivel Castor, 150kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSVH125RN1B)
£12.43125mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Swivel Castor (Press ... Read Moreed Steel). Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre / Nylon Centred Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 200kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSZ100NY1B)
£10.15100mm White Nylon Wheel with a roller bearing fitt ... Read Moreed into a pressed steel swivel castor bracket. The Swivel Bracket has a 4 hole top plate with 80x60mm bolt hole spacing. The load capacity of this castor is 200kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) The Nylon Wheel is a hard wheel giving it a low tractive resistance which makes it it easier to get moving compared with softer rubber tread wheels. The strength of nylon and because it wont damage concrete floors makes it one of the most popular choices. The roller bearing lowers the rolling resistance to reduce the effort required to move the castors. Put this wheel into a strong bracket that has a double ball race in the swivel head makes this castor a great choice for the widest range of industrial and domestic applications. -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KSMG150PCB)
£61.75150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) w ... Read Moreith 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 500kg 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) Brake Style: Side mounted wheel brake. Brakes the wheel and allows the swivel head to rotate freely. Overall Height: 190mm Offset: 40mm Tread Hardness: 92 +/-3 Shore A Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 500kg (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 Stock80mm Low Level Swivel Castor, 700kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (KS080NYBJ700)
Original price was: £41.40.£22.68Current price is: £22.68. Sale!80mm Low Level Swivel Castor fitted with an extra ... Read Moreheavy duty Cast Nylon Wheel running on Ball Bearings. The 4 hole Top Plate has 80x60mm Bolt Hole centres and the load capacity of this castor is 700kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) This castor is ideal for heavy duty applications where there is a height restriction and the White Nylon Wheel is non-marking and won't damage concrete floors. Key Specifications: Top Plate Size: 100x85mm Bolt Hole Centres: 80/75mm x60/45mm Overall Height: 120mm Wheel Material: Cast White Nylon Bearing Type: Ball Bearings Load Capacity: 700kg(~4km/h - walking speed) -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (HSPC10022122)
Original price was: £23.05.£11.19Current price is: £11.19. Sale!100mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Pressed Steel Swivel ... Read More Castor (Flexello Brand). This Wheel has an Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. The Load Capacity is 250kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. Key Specification: Bolt Hole Size: 13mm (to suit 12mm Fixing Bolt) Overall Height: 125mm Offset: 40mm Tread width: 32mm Wheel Material: Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Tyre Hardness: 94 Shore A Bearing Type: Ball Bearings -
In Stock125mm Swivel Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSVH125PN1B)
£11.19125mm Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with a 12mm Si ... Read Morengle Bolt Hole and a Red Polyurethane Tyred on a White Nylon Centred Wheel with a Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). -
In Stock50mm Swivel Castor, 50kg Capacity | Polypropylene Wheel, Plain Bore (LSM050PP)
£2.9950mm Swivel Castor with a 4 hole top plate and 48/ ... Read More38x48/38mm 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 Wheel Material: Black Polypropylene (Plastic) Bearing Type: Smooth Plain Bore Load Rating: 50kg -
In StockSwivel Castor, 75mm, 140kg Capacity, Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (MSE075NY)
£7.4375mm Medium Duty Top Plate Swivel Castor. Nylon Wh ... Read Moreeel and Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 140kg This castor has a 105x80mm Top Plate with 80mm x 60mm Bolt Hole Centres. The overall height is 95mm. The Nylon castor wheel is a hard tread made from quality nylon. It will not damage or mark concrete floors and is not susceptible to picking up floor debris and swarf. Nylon is a popular wheel choice because it is light weight and has a high load capacity relative to other wheel materials of the same size. It is not affected by water and is insensitive to many chemicals apart from acids. -
In Stock50mm Low Level Swivel Castor, 160kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (MSTW050NY)
£10.2450mm low-level twin-wheel swivel castor with nylon ... Read More wheels and a round top plate, designed for heavy-duty equipment where a low overall height and high load capacity are required. This castor features twin nylon wheels, each with a 14mm tread width, running on a plain bore for smooth, reliable movement. The twin-wheel design provides differential action, helping the castor turn more easily under load and improving manoeuvrability on smooth, hard floors. With a compact 64mm overall height and an impressive 160kg load rating, this castor is ideal for heavy equipment, machinery, display units, cabinets, and other applications where strength, stability, and a low working height are important. The castor is fitted with a 95mm diameter round top plate and 4 fixing holes suitable for 6mm bolts. The fixing holes are positioned on a 51mm PCD, meaning the distance from the centre of one fixing hole to the centre of the hole directly opposite is 51mm. Key Specifications: Wheel diameter: 50mm Wheel type: Twin wheel Wheel material: Nylon Tread width: 14mm per wheel Bearing type: Plain bore Castor type: Swivel castor Overall height: 64mm Top plate shape: Round Top plate diameter: 95mm Fixing holes: 4 holes Bolt size: Suitable for 6mm bolts Fixing hole spacing: 51mm PCD Load rating: 160kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 100kg Capacity | Thermoplastic Rubber Wheel, Ball Bearing (KATS100TPR)
£9.77Keystone Apparatus / Institutional Castor with 100 ... Read Moremm Grey Thermoplastic Wheel fitted into a Pressed Steel Top Plate Swivel Castor. This caster has slotted bolt hole centres measuring 61.5/56 x 51.5/46.5mm. The load capacity is 100kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h Running on a quality ball bearing the wheel offers excellent rolling performance. This popular apparatus castor is a great choice for a wide range of industrial and domestic applications such as trolley and garment rails, medical devices and hospitality equipment. Fitted with a grey thermoplastic wheel on a polypropylene centre this wheel is non-marking and gentle on floors and has a large plastic thread guard to protect the ball bearing from dirt ingress
