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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Out of Stock - On the Way80mm Stainless Steel Swivel Castor, 150kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (MSS080NYBH)
£18.0080mm Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (AISI 304 Stainless S ... Read Moreteel Castor) with 12mm Single Bolt Hole. Nylon Wheel with Plain Bore. The Load Capacity is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) -
In Stock80mm Swivel Castor, 130kg | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (XSBH080NYB130)
Original price was: £9.35.£3.99Current price is: £3.99. Sale!80mm Swivel Castor with a 12mm Single Bolt Hole Fi ... Read Moretting. This castor houses a white nylon wheel with roller bearings and has a load capacity of 130kg using manual propulsion at 4 km/h (walking speed) -
In Stock75mm AGV Swivel Castor, Twin Wheel, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Wheel, Ball bearing (GASD75ASFHUD)
Original price was: £177.87.£172.68Current price is: £172.68. Sale!This Twin wheel 75mm Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV ... Read More) Castor has a shock absorption function and a bracket made from strong Forged steel that is zinc plated. There is double thrust bearing in the swivel head to achieve a high load capacity and maintain castor performance and durability. The role of the spring in an AGV castor is different to that of a standard shock absorbing castor. In a standard shock absorbing castor, the spring absorbs shock and noise whereas, it's role in a AGV castor is primarily to keep the wheels in contact with the floor. When determining the overall height requirement of a shock absorbing AVG, it should be designed based on the spring cushion being fully compressed. The shock absorbing pad made from a special rubber compound absorbs minor shocks and vibrations to protect the AGV unit. There is a 10mm range of compression which helps prevent the castors from losing contact with the floor which may be caused by small floor imperfections. An AGV's castor leaving the floor when changing directions is often the cause of the AGV becoming unbalanced and coming to a stop by straying off its designated path. The Top Plate is 112mm x 112mm and has 4 bolt holes that are spaced 92mm x 92mm, each with a 9mm hole diameter This castor frame has two wheels with a Polyurethane tyre (Shore A 95) on an Aluminium centre each containing ball bearings, Having a twin wheel castor is great for reducing the effort required to swivel the castor and most efficient by reducing the amount of room the castor needs to turn the AGV Cart. The polyurethane wheel has excellent elasticity the minimises slipping that can happen when an AGV starts or stops. In addition, the elasticity also absorbs small shocks arising from small imperfections in the floor. The wheel itself is non marking and will not damage the floor. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 80kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (168930)
£12.39100mm Grey Thermoplastic Rubber Tyre Wheel on a ny ... Read Morelon centre fitted into a 10mm Single Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel Frame). The swivel head has a double ball race and the load capacity of this castor is 80kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. This 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. -
In Stock160mm Swivel Castor, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSZH160PN1B)
£25.00160mm Single Bolt Hole (16mm) Swivel Castor (Press ... Read Moreed Steel). The wheel has a Red Polyurethane Tyre (Shore A 92) on a White Nylon Centre with a Roller Bearing. The Load Capacity is 300kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). Key Specifications: Bolt Hole Size: 16mm (To reduce the bolt hole to suit a 12mm fixing bolt, a reducing washer can be used. Click here for the ACZ600.) Overall Height: 185mm Tread Width: 40mm Bearing Type: Roller Bearing Swivel Radius: 140mm Tyre Hardness: Shore A 92 Key Features: High Load Capacity Low Rolling Resistance High Wear Resistance Reduce Vibration Low noise Operation -
In Stock50mm Low Level Swivel Castor, 160kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (MSTW050PT)
£15.4050mm low-level twin-wheel swivel castor with a rou ... Read Morend top plate, designed for heavy-duty equipment where a low overall height and high load capacity are required. This castor features twin polyurethane tyres, 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. Despite its compact working height, this castor has an impressive 160kg load capacity, making it suitable for heavy equipment, machinery, display units, cabinets, and other applications where strength and stability 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 Tyre material: Polyurethane Tread width: 14mm per wheel Bearing type: Plain bore Castor type: Swivel castor Top plate shape: Round Top plate diameter: 95mm Fixing holes: 4 holes Bolt size: Suitable for 6mm bolts Fixing hole spacing: 51mm PCD Load capacity: 160kg -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor, 1500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (GXT150ASFHUD)
Original price was: £474.08.£299.19Current price is: £299.19. Sale!150mm Polyurethane tyre Wheel with an aluminium ce ... Read Morentre fitted into an extra strong Fabricated Top Plate Swivel Castor with 148/132x111/99mm bolt hole centres. The slotted bolt holes incorporate the European and UK standard 140x105mm bolt holes. The load capacity of this castor is 1500kg and Power Towable to 4km/h. This high performance castor is fitted with a quality polyurethane tyre wheel that will not mark the floor. An extra strong welded castor frame that is powder coated and fitted with a high performance castor wheel containing two ball bearings that turns on a specially designed integrated axle shaft arrangement makes this castor one of the most durable in the market. Perfect for moving very heavy loads where strength, durability and performance are critical The swivel head of the 125mm - 250mm sizes of the GXT range come with a thrust bearing and a taper roller bearing in the swivel head. -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor, 800kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (TSH150NY2H)
£115.46150mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Castor) with 105x80 Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 800kg The Bolt Holes of the H series castor are slotted to 120x60mm and 105x80/75mm. Use 12mm diameter bolts when fitting at 120 x 60mm Use 10mm diameter bolts when fitting at 105x80/75mm Features of the H Series Castor The Genuine Revvo H Series castor is made from heavy gauge forged steel with a hardened ball race in the swivel race that serve as both thrust and radial bearings. The swivel head comes with a metal swivel seal and hydraulic grease nipple The closed base of the swivel ring prevents downward escape of lubricant The side plates are press formed to a cylindrical shape to give the best strength to weight ratio A four way direction lock can be purchased and fitted to the castor 9999-0181 Power Towable to 6km/h. -
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 Stock50mm Swivel Castor, 55kg Capacity | Polypropylene Wheel, Plain Bore (LSV050PPBH)
£2.40This castor comes with a 50mm White Polypropylene ... Read MoreWheel fitted into a 10mm Single Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel Frame). The load capacity of this castor is 55kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h.This castor is fitted with a white polypropylene wheel that that will not damage or mark the floor and is ideal for most general, light duty castor purposes such as trolley castors or dolly castors. 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 Stock125mm Swivel Castor, 350kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Ball Bearing (KSMG125CIB)
£37.51125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) w ... Read Moreith 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Cast Iron 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 Load Capacity: 350kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Cast iron castor wheels have a very hard tread making them the easiest of wheels to move (low tractive resistance). They have a very high load capacity, extremely wear resistant and not affected by swarf or aggressive materials. -
In Stock80mm Swivel Castor, 70kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSV080GRP1B)
£6.5680mm Grey Rubber Tyre wheel on a plastic centre wi ... Read Moreth 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 Grey Rubber Tyre is a 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 mark or 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 castor a great choice for many industrial or domestic applications. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSVH100PN1B)
£8.53100mm Red Polyurethane Tyre Wheel on a Nylon Centr ... Read Moree with a roller bearing fitted into a single bolt hole pressed steel swivel castor bracket. The Swivel Bracket has 12mm single bolt hole. The load capacity of this castor is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed)The Polyurethane tyre offers a low tractive resistance making it easier to get moving compared with softer rubber tread wheels. It is also a bit softer than hard tread wheels making the castor smoother and quieter running. The polyurethane tyre is also non-marking and gentle on floors while 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 and you have a castor that is a great choice for the wide range of industrial and domestic applications. -
In Stock63mm Swivel Castor, 60kg Capacity | 63mm Rubber Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (261RNST)
Original price was: £12.68.£9.46Current price is: £9.46. Sale!63mm Threaded Stem Fitting Swivel Castor (Pressed ... Read MoreSteel) with M12x25mm Threaded Stem and an overall height of 81mm. The wheel has a Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre with a Black Nylon Centre, 25mm Tread Width and a Smooth Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 60kg. Elastic Blue Rubber tyres are stronger than standard natural rubber. It has a soft tread and is both gentle on floors and non-marking while absorbing fine vibrations when moving which provides user comfort and limits noise. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor (10mm Bolt Hole), 180kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel (MSZH100RN1B10)
Original price was: £12.13.£7.55Current price is: £7.55. Sale!100mm Single Bolt Hole (10mm) Swivel Castor with a ... Read More Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre (Shore A 68) on a Black Nylon Centre Wheel with a Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 180kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. Key Specification: Bolt Hole Size: 10.5mm (to suit M10 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
