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, 40kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (1350000)
£2.3050mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More54x25mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 40kg -
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 Stock150mm Swivel Castor, 500kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KSMG150NYB)
£38.72150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) w ... Read Moreith 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon 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 (suits M12 Fixing Bolts) Overall Height: 190mm Offset: 40mm Bearing Type: Ball Bearings Load Capacity: 500kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Nylon castor wheels have a hard tread making them one of the easiest to move (Low tractive resistance). They have a high load capacity, are low maintenance and extremely resistant to water, salts, greases, acids and alkalis. -
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 Stock50mm Swivel Castor, 55kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (2KS050TPRBH)
£9.4150mm Twin Wheel Single Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (Pr ... Read Moreessed Steel) with 10mm Fixing Hole. Grey Thermoplastic Rubber Tyre / Polypropylene Centre Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 55kg -
In Stock125mm Swivel Castor, 200kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSV125RN2B)
£16.54125mm Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a nylon centre w ... Read Moreheel with a ball 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 200kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) The Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre offers a higher load capacity than standard grey or black rubber tyres and is non-marking, gentle on floors and the rubber 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 Stock150mm Swivel Castor, 600kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing, 600kg (661SUB)
£81.01150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) With ... Read More 140X105mm Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel With Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 600Kg -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor, 730kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (TSH150PT2H)
£147.87150mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Castor) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 730kg 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 Stock160mm Swivel Castor, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSZ160PN1B)
£28.01Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel). This castor has a 1 ... Read More60mm Wheel with a Red Polyurethane Tyre on a White Nylon Centre with a Roller Bearing. The Load Capacity is 300kg using manual propulsion at 4 km/h. Key Specifications: Top Plate Dimensions: 130x110mm Fixing Bolt Hole Spacings: 105x80mm Bolt Hole Size: 11mm (suits 10mm fixing bolts) Overall Height: 190mm Offset: 52mm Swivel Radius: 132mm Tread Width: 40mm Shore Hardness: Shore A 92+3 Load Rating: 300kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) This is a quality product that is suitable for a wide variety of applications. The polyurethane tyred wheel has a high load capacity, is resistant to wear and tear and has a low rolling resistance. Polyurethane is a slightly softer tread than a hard tread (such as nylon) and offers a quieter operation and reduces vibrations making it more comfortable for users. -
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 Swivel Castor, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KS125PCB300)
£65.05125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Industrial Castor - ... Read More Pressed Steel Frame). This castor has a 4 hole top plate with 80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres and an overall height of 159mm. The wheel has an orange Polyurethane Tyre with a Cast Iron Centre and Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 300kg -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor, 500kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (822NYB)
£53.53200mm Flexello Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed St ... Read Moreeel) With 105X80mm Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel With Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 500Kg -
In Stock63mm Swivel Castor, 60kg Capacity | 63mm Rubber Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (261RN)
£9.0763mm Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with 4-hole top ... Read More plate and 76x44.5mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres 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 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 -
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100mm 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
