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 Stock125mm Swivel Castor, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (561PN)
£31.87125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More 140x105 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 300kg -
Out of Stock - On the Way200mm Swivel Castor, 400kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KSMG200EAB)
£44.59200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) w ... Read Moreith 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) 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. -
Out of Stock - On the Way100mm Swivel Castor, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (422SUB)
£44.91100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Flexello - Pressed ... Read MoreSteel) with 80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Red Polyurethane Tyre on a Red Painted Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg. -
In Stock80mm Swivel Castor, 70kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSV080BRP1B)
£5.6680mm Black Rubber Tyre wheel on a plastic centre w ... Read Moreith 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 70kg 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 MSV080GRP1B -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 180kg Capacity | Blue Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSZ100RN1B)
£12.76100mm Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a black nylon ce ... Read Morentre wheel with a roller bearing fitted into a pressed steel swivel castor bracket. The Swivel Bracket has a 4 hole top plate measuring 105x80mm with 80x60mm bolt hole spacing. The load capacity of this castor is 180kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) Key Specification: Top Plate Size: 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres: 80/76X60mm Bolt Hole Size: 9mm (to suit M8 Fixing Bolts) Overall Height: 125mm Offset: 36mm Swivel Radius: 86mm Tread width: 36mm Bearing Type: Roller Bearing Tyre Hardness: Shore A 68 Key Features: High Load Capacity Low Rolling Resistance Reduce Vibration Low noise Operation The Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre offers a higher load capacity than standard grey or black rubber tyres. It is non-marking, gentle on floors and the rubber absorbs vibrations whilst in motion making this a low noise option. 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 performer and one of our most popular products. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 250kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (HSRN10022122)
Original price was: £17.80.£12.10Current price is: £12.10. Sale!100mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Pressed Steel Swivel ... Read More Castor (Flexello Brand). This Wheel has an Blue Elastic Blue Rubber Tyred Wheel on a Nylon Centred with a Single Ball Bearing. 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: 35mm Bearing Type: Single Ball Bearing Tyre Hardness: Shore A 65 Key Features: High Load Capacity Low Rolling Resistance Reduce Vibration Low noise Operation -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 300kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (MSK100NY2B)
£18.13100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More 80x60 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg -
In Stock100mm Spring Loaded Gate Castor with non-marking wheel, 57kg Load Capacity (GCLD100)
£14.75Standard Gate Castor spring loaded for use on unev ... Read Moreen surfaces. This gate castor comes with a swivel castor bracket with a 100mm non-marking wheel. It comes pre-drilled with two 10mm fixing holes spaced 60mm apart. Spring loaded gate castors help with opening and closing heavy gates (57kg) and because the spring allows the height to adjust with when it moves, it is suitable for use on uneven surfaces. The gate castor will help support the gate to help prevent it from dragging on the floor and hinge damage -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 150kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (1321768)
£14.86100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More 80x60 Hole Centres. Blue Rubber Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kgThis is a 4 hole plate fitting castor and the bolt holes suit an 8mm bolt as well as being slotted (rather than round) to accommodate 80/76mm x 60x44.5mm. -
In Stock160mm Swivel Castor, 135kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSV160BRP1B)
£16.65160mm Top Plate Swivel Castor. The castor wheel ha ... Read Mores a Black Rubber Tyre on a Black Polypropylene (Plastic) Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. The Load Capacity is 135kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. Key Specifications: Plate Size: 135X110mm Bolt Hole Centres: 105x80/75mm Bolt Hole Size: 11mm (suits 10mm fixing bolts) Overall height: 196mm Offset: 55mm Swivel Radius: 135mm Bearing Type: Roller Bearing -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor, 520kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (661NYB)
£44.50150mm Flexello Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed St ... Read Moreeel) with 140x105 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 520kg -
In Stock200mm Braked Castor 75kg Load Capacity, Pneumatic, Pressed Steel Bracket (KS200PNBBR)
£68.59Swivel and Brake Castor with 200mm Diameter Pneuma ... Read Moretic Rubber Tyre Wheel with a Steel Centre: Pressed Steel - Black Pneumatic Rubber Tyre wheel 50mm Tread Width Roller Bearing 75kg Load Rating Swivel & Wheel Brake (locks both swivel rotation and wheel when applied) 137X115mm Top Plate Size, 105X80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Spacings, 240mm Overall Height, -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor, 200mm, 550kg Capacity, Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (BS5200NY1BA)
£97.95200mm Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) w ... Read Moreith 19.8mm Single Bolt Hole (to suit a 3/4" fixing Bolt). This extra heavy duty single bolt hole Castor has a solid white nylon with a needle roller bearing. The tread width of the wheel is 46mm and the Load Capacity is 550kg at 4km/h (walking speed) using manual propulsion. Key Specifications: Ball Bearing Swivel Head Wheal Bearing Type: Roller Bearings Overall Height: 244mm Tread Width: 46mm Offset: 44.5mm Fixing Bolt Hole Size: 19.8mm Load Capacity: 550kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) Zinc Plated -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor, 100kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KAHS150TPR)
£15.75This apparatus / institutional castor comes with a ... Read More 150mm Grey Thermoplastic Rubber Tyre Wheel on a nylon centre fitted into a 10mm Single Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel Frame) with a double ball race swivel head. The load capacity of this castor is 100kg using manual propulsion at 4km/hThis castor is fitted with a grey rubber tyre that will not mark or damage the floor and is ideal for most general, light duty castor purposes such as trolley castors or dolly castors. The Ball Bearing in the wheel provides excellent rolling performance. Single Bolt Hole castors can have a expander tube fitting (purchased separately) attached to insert into hollow square or round tubing. See our section on Expander Tube Fittings -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSVH200PN1B)
£32.08200mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Swivel Castor (Press ... Read Moreed Steel). Red Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg
