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 Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSK100APC2B)
£29.84100mm Swivel Castor (Heavy Gauge Pressed Steel) wi ... Read Moreth a Beige Polyurethane Tyre (94 Shore A) on a Cast Iron Centre Wheel with quality Ball Bearings. The Load Capacity is 300kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) Key Specifications: Top Plate Dimensions: 105x85mm Bolt Hole Centres: 80x60mm Bolt Hole Size: 9mm (to suit M8 Fixing Bolts) Overall Height: 130mm Offset: 45mm Swivel Radius: 95mm Wheel Material: Beige Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Tyre Hardness: 94 Shore A Wheel Tread Width: 32mm Bearing Type: Ball Bearings Key Features: Heavy Gauge Steel: 5mm Top Plate / 4mm Bracket High Load Capacity Wheel Quiet Operation Gentle on Floors -
In Stock125mm Swivel Castor, 200kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (DSRN12511030)
Original price was: £14.21.£7.66Current price is: £7.66. Sale!125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More 80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a Black Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 200kg Key Specifications: Wheel Diameter: 125mm Wheel Tread Width: 28mm Top Plate Dimensions: 105x85mm Bolt Hole Centre: 80/77x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Size: 9mm (suits 8mm bolts) Offset: 41mm Overall Height 155mm Wheel Material: Blue Elastic Rubber Wheel / Black Nylon Centre Bearing Type: Roller Bearing Load Capacity: 200kg (using manual propulsion at 4km/h - walking speed) The Blue Elastic Rubber offers a higher load capacity over standard grey or black rubber tyres and will not mark floors. It is a great choice where you need a softer yet resilient wheel that will not mark or damage floors. The wheel is fitted with a roller bearing which consists of steel rollers housed in a plastic cage that lowers rolling resistance even when under load. -
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 Stock160mm Swivel Castor, 300kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSK160RN2B)
£38.38160mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a Black Nylon Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 300kg. Blue elastic rubber tyres are gentle on floors and non-marking. They are a popular choice when a castor with a rubber tyre is needed but the weight to be carried is heavier than what a castor with a standard rubber tyre wheel can hold. -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor, 600kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (BS5150PC2BA)
£115.45150mm Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) w ... Read Moreith 19.8mm Single Bolt Hole (to suit a 3/4" fixing Bolt). This is an extra heavy duty single bolt hole castor and the wheel has a Polyurethane Tyre wheel on a Cast Iron Centre with 50mm Tread width and Ball Bearing fitted. The Load Capacity is 600kg at 4km/h (walking speed) using manual propulsion. Key Specifications: Ball Bearing Swivel Head Wheel Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Overall Height: 200mm Tread Width: 50mm Offset: 44.5mm Fixing Bolt Hole Size: 19.8mm Zinc Plated Load Capacity: 600kg using manual propulsion at km/h (walking speed) -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor (Powder Coated), 700kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel (KGHP150ASFMUD)
Original price was: £136.74.£79.66Current price is: £79.66. Sale!150mm Heavy-duty Swivel Castor with a Powder Coate ... Read Mored Pressed Steel Bracket and a 200mm overall height. The caster wheel has a Blue Polyurethane Tyre (Shore A 95) on an Aluminium Centre with Ball Bearings Features: 700kg Load Capacity: For the most demanding applications and heavy-duty loads. Silver/Grey Powder Coating: Making this the best looking heavy-duty industrial castor on the market. The powder-coating not only looks great but also provides corrosion protection which prolongs its optimal performance and keeps the castor looking good. Quality Ball Bearings: For the lowest rolling resistance to reduce the effort needed to move. Double Ball Bearing Race and hardened bearing Seats in the swivel head: For an optimum swivel rotation function and durability. Strong Pressed Steel Plate: The top plate measure 140x110mm with fixing bolt holes slotted to 105x80/75mm to suit 10mm bolts Precision Engineered: These castors have an incredibly smooth swivelling function with no "rock" to the swivel head and no sideways movement on the wheel for exceptional operating performance. Click here for catalogue page -
In Stock125mm Swivel Castor, 150kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (1321028)
£10.90125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More 80x60 Hole Centres. Nylon 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 Stock125mm Swivel Castor, 180kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (522RTB)
£40.50125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Flexello 22 Series ... Read MorePressed Steel) with 80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Black Rubber Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 180kg -
In Stock50mm Footmaster Levelling Castor, Plate Fitting, 280kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel (KGD-60F)
£33.5450mm Foot Master Levelling Castor with an ivory co ... Read Moreloured powder coating finish. This product has a 4-hole top plate with 58mm x 58mm bolt hole centres which is also powder coated for added protection. The wheel is made from premium quality black Nylon with a 25mm Tread width and the Die Cast Aluminium Foot Pad has a rubber vibration damping pad. This foot pad has a Nylon Hand-wheel operation This product's load capacity has increased to 280kg Static Load and 140kg Dynamic Load (GD-60-F-NYN) Because of the lifting and lowering function of the Foot Master castor, like all Jacking Castors, it is important understand that each castor may be subjected to HALF THE TOTAL WEIGHT. Therefore, the recommended load capacity for each Foot Master Levelling Castor is half the castor's Static Load Capacity, that is, when the castors' levelling function is not being used. The load capacity of the Footmaster Castor when it is being moved and positioned is given by the Dynamic Load Capacity. This levelling castor is a multi-functional swivel castor that provides mobility, levelling and anti-vibration functions. This allows users to move and position large equipment into place with added stability using the levelling and anti-vibration features. -
In Stock125mm Black Swivel Castor, 220kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSV125BRN2B)
Original price was: £23.26.£11.63Current price is: £11.63. Sale!125mm All Black Swivel Castor with Black Elastic R ... Read Moreubber Tyre on a nylon centre wheel with a single ball bearing. This castor is designed for theatre applications to reduce reflection from lighting. It can also be used in any application where a pressed steel castor is required. The Swivel Brake Bracket has a 4 hole top plate with 80/77x60mm bolt hole spacing. The load capacity of this castor is 220kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) The Black Elastic Rubber Tyre offers a higher load capacity than standard grey or black rubber tyres and is quiet and gentle on floors. The soft tread rubber (65 Shore A) absorbs vibrations whilst in motion making this a low noise option. The ball 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. DOWNLOAD CATALOGUE PAGE HERE -
In Stock65mm Compact Twin Wheel Swivel Castor, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (2KS065PT2B)
£27.3065mm Low Level twin wheel swivel castor with 105x8 ... Read More0mm Top Plate and 80/76x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. This Low Level compact castor has an overall height of 86.5mm and an Orange Polyurethane Wheel on a steel centre with a 2x22mmTread Width (49mm across both wheels) and Ball bearings. Load Capacity = 250kg. The swivel head has a double ball race for excellent swivelling and the polyurethane tyres have a 95 Shore A hardness. -
In Stock160mm Swivel Castor, 450kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KSMG160NYB)
£40.03160mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) w ... Read Moreith 105x80 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 450kg -
In Stock125mm Fabricated Steel Swivel Castor, 350kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KSMG125CRPCB)
£56.78125mm Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) with 105x80 ... Read Moremm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. The wheel has a Crown Tread Polyurethane Tyred on Cast Iron Centre 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 Overall Height: 165mm Offset: 39mm Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Tread Hardness: 92 +/-3 Shore A Load Capacity: 350kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Crowned Polyurethane Tread for easy manoeuvrability. -
In Stock80mm Black Swivel Castor, 130kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (K07PS080RN2B)
Original price was: £15.05.£9.79Current price is: £9.79. Sale!80mm All Black Swivel Castor with Black Elastic Ru ... Read Morebber Tyre on a nylon centre wheel with a single ball bearing. This castor is designed for theatre applications to reduce reflection from lighting. It can also be used in any application where a pressed steel castor is required. The powder coating offers better castor protection against the elements than a standard Zinc Plated Castor. View catalogue page here The Swivel Brake Bracket has a 4 hole top plate with 80/76x60mm bolt hole spacing. The load capacity of this castor is 130kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) The Black Elastic Rubber Tyre offers a higher load capacity than standard grey or black rubber tyres and is quiet and gentle on floors. The soft tread rubber (68 Shore A) absorbs vibrations whilst in motion making this a low noise option. The ball 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 Stock75mm Black Low Level High Load Swivel Castor, 540kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (BMCS75E)
Original price was: £31.71.£21.56Current price is: £21.56. Sale!This High Load / Low Level Swivel Castor is made t ... Read Moreo take a heavy load with a low overall height of 104mm. It has a 4 hole top plate measuring 105x79.5mm with 85.4x60.35mm bolt hole centres and the swivel head is fitted with a grease nipple. To enable the castor to operate under heavy loads of up to 540kg each castor (1,620kg total load capacity with 4 castors fitted), the swivel head has a heavy duty double ball bearing race. The caster wheel is heavy duty nylon with a 46mm tread width and needle roller bearing to reduce the rolling resistance and is an ideal castor for heavy duty applications, such as business machines, where there is an height restriction. The black nylon castor wheel will not damage concrete floors.
