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 Swivel Castor, 55kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (2KS050TPRPL)
£10.4350mm Twin Wheel Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed S ... Read Moreteel) with 46x46mm Fixing Holes. Grey Thermoplastic Rubber Tyre / Polypropylene Centre Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 55kg -
Out of Stock - On the Way50mm Swivel Castor, 60kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (2KS050NYPL)
£6.2550mm Twin Wheel Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed S ... Read Moreteel) with 38.5/48x38.5/48mm Fixing Bolt Holes. Nylon Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 60kg -
In Stock50mm Swivel Castor, 60kg Capacity | Polypropylene wheel, Plain Bore (2KS050PPPL)
£6.3750mm Twin Wheel Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed S ... Read Moreteel) with 38.5/48x38.5/48mm Fixing Holes. Black Polypropylene Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 60kg -
In Stock50mm Swivel/Brake Castor Threaded Stem, 40kg Capacity | Black Wheel (16150)
Original price was: £5.04.£1.96Current price is: £1.96. Sale!50mm Stem Fitting Swivel Castor with brake and M8x ... Read More50mm Threaded Stem. Black Polypropylene Wheel with a Smooth Plain Bore. The Load Capacity of this castor is 40kg at 4km/h using manual propulsion. This castor has a ball bearing swivel head and finished with a bright zinc plating. Key Specifications: Threaded Stem Size: M8x50mm Overall Height: 70mm Wheel Material: Black Polypropylene (plastic) Swivel Radius: 22mm Brake style: Wheel Brake (Wheel is locked and the swivel head is free to rotate when brake applied) -
In Stock60mm Compact Swivel Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KS060PT2BBHBR)
£22.7260mm Low Level swivel with brake castor and 12mm S ... Read Moreingle Bolt Hole Fixing. This Low Level compact castor has an overall height of 80mm and an Orange Polyurethane Wheel on a steel centre with a 35mm Tread Width and Ball bearings. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In Stock60mm Compact Swivel Castor, 150kg Capacity | 60mm Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KS060PT2B)
£20.8760mm Low Level swivel castor with 105x80mm Top Pla ... Read Morete and 80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. This Low Level compact castor has an overall height of 80mm and an Orange Polyurethane Wheel on a steel centre with a 35mm Tread Width and Ball bearings. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In Stock60mm Compact Swivel Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KS060PT2BBH)
£20.6560mm Low Level swivel castor with 12mm Single Bolt ... Read More Hole Fixing. This Low Level compact castor has an overall height of 80mm and an Orange Polyurethane Wheel on a steel centre with a 35mm Tread Width and Ball bearings. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In Stock60mm Compact Twin Wheel Swivel Castor, 200kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (2KS060PT2B)
£24.1960mm 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 80mm and an Orange Polyurethane Wheel on a steel centre with a 2x19mmTread Width (41mm across both wheels) and Ball bearings. Load Capacity = 150kg. The swivel head has a double ball race for excellent swivelling and the polyurethane tyres have a 95 Shore A hardness. -
Out of Stock - On the Way60mm Low Level Swivel Castor, 200kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KS060PTB200)
£56.2960mm Low Level Swivel Castor with 80x60mm Hole Cen ... Read Moretres. Polyurethane Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 200kg -
In Stock60mm Swivel Castor, 120kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (MSVH060NY0B)
£9.2560mm Single Bolt Hole Swivel Castor to suit 12mm b ... Read Moreolt. The castor bracket is made from pressed steel and houses a solid nylon Wheel with a plain bore (without a bearing).This castor's load capacity is rated to 120kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h making it a great castor choice for most applications that require a small castor.This single bolt hole castor can be fitted with an expander fitting and requires a ACZ500 bolt hole reducer to reduce the 12mm bolt hole to a 10mm bolt hole to fit the expander fitting's bolt that is 10mm. -
In Stock60mm Swivel Castor, 40kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel (LSM060RP)
Original price was: £9.49.£5.69Current price is: £5.69. Sale!60mm Pressed Steel Swivel Castor with a 60mm x 60m ... Read Morem Top Plate, 40mm x 40mm Slotted Bolt Hole Centres (suits 6mm fixing bolts) and 83mm overall height. The wheel is a Grey Rubber Tyre Wheel on a Polypropylene Centre with a smooth plain bore. Load Capacity = 40kg -
In Stock60mm Twin Wheel Swivel Castor | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, 150kg Capacity (GAJSD60ASFHUD)
£50.2160mm Swivel Castor with Dual Polyurethane Tyres fo ... Read Morer AGVs Maximize your AGV’s performance with our high-quality Automated Guided Vehicle Castors. This 70mm swivel castor features dual (twin) polyurethane tyres mounted on durable aluminium centres, complemented by precision ball bearings. Designed to meet the high demands of AGV applications, this castor ensures smooth, efficient, and reliable operation in industrial settings. The black powder-coated bracket offers superior protection compared to standard zinc-plated frames, enhancing durability in harsh environments. Its low overall height of just 87mm makes it ideal for compact AGV systems, ensuring stability without compromising load capacity—supporting up to 150kg (450kg over 4 castors). Key Specifications: Top Plate Fixing: 86x61mm bolt hole spacing with 9mm drilled holes, suited for 8mm bolts. Dual Polyurethane Tyres: 95 Shore A hardness for low tractive resistance, smooth and quiet operation. Non-Marking Tyres: Protects floors and reduces maintenance costs. Robust Swivel Bracket: Double ball race swivel head for enhanced manoeuvrability and durability. Benefits: Optimized for AGVs: Engineered for automated guided vehicles, ensuring reliable, continuous performance. Smooth, Quiet Operation: Polyurethane tyres reduce rolling resistance and noise, enhancing efficiency. Long-Lasting Durability: Strong aluminium centres and black powder-coated brackets for extended lifespan. Perfect for a variety of industrial and domestic applications, these Automated Guided Vehicle Castors provide exceptional load-bearing capacity, easy manoeuvrability, and floor protection. Upgrade your AGV systems today with the industry’s leading castor technology designed for peak performance. -
Out of Stock - On the Way63mm Black Footmaster Levelling Castor, 500kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel (KGDR-80FBLACK)
£67.0363mm Black Footmaster Levelling Castor with a Blac ... Read Morek Powder Coated Finish and a 4 hole Top Plate Fitting. Key Specifications: Top Plate Dimensions: 90x90mm Bolt Hole Centres: 70x70mm Bolt Hole Size: 8.5mm Overall Height: 102+15mm: When the footpad is retracted and operating on the wheel, the overall height is 102mm. The rubber pad can extend 15mm to raise the wheel off the ground and provides the levelling function Castor Offset: 46mm Castor Wheel Material: Black Nylon (Nylon 66) Wheel Tread Width: 28mm Method of operation: Height adjustment with integrated retractable ratchet Load Capacity: 500kg Static and 250kg Dynamic 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 levelled is given by the Dynamic Load Capacity. The Footmaster 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 Stock63mm Black Footmaster Levelling Castor, Plate Fitting, 550kg Capacity | 63mm Nylon Wheel (KGD-80FBLACK)
£52.9163mm Foot Master Levelling Castor with an Black po ... Read Morewder coating finish. This product has a 4-hole top plate with 70mm x 70mm bolt hole centres and is also powder coated for added protection. The wheel is made from premium quality black Nylon with a 28mm 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 550kg Static Load and 275kg Dynamic Load (GD-80-F-NYN-BLK) 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 Stock63mm Black Footmaster Levelling Castor, Stem Fitting, 550kg Capacity | 63mm Nylon Wheel (KGD-80SBLACK)
£49.5463mm Footmaster Levelling Castor with an M12 x 18m ... Read Morem Threaded Stem finished in Finished with a Black powder coating. This product has a black Nylon Wheel with a 28mm Tread width, Die Cast Aluminium Foot Pad with a vibration damping rubber pad. This foot pad has a Nylon Hand-wheel operation. This product's load capacity has increased to 550kg Static Load and 275kg Dynamic Load (GD-80-S-NYN-BLK) Because of the lifting and lowering function of the Footmaster Levelling 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.
