Are you looking to upgrade or replace the jockey wheel on your vehicle? There are some basic aspects to think about before making a choice. Are you looking for an incredibly small box trailer or horse float? Or a the twin axle caravan? Are you able to unhook the trailer and then leave the same location or do you have to utilize the jockey wheel to move? How tall do you need it to be? Do you have a tall offroad camper?
Standard Jockey Wheels
The typical alko jockey wheel is the one you will typically see on small caravans and trailers. They are fitted with tyres that are solid and the standard clamp, which can be bolted onto the A-Frame. They’re a standard Knott jockey wheel that is suitable for unhooking without any movement.
Larger and extra tall wheel units can also be purchased using the clamps standard.
The Swivel Bracket Jockey Wheels
Up the ladder there are units that have Swivel brackets. This means that you don’t have to connect the jockey wheel on a regular basis. Instead, pull the handle to unlock the locking pins and then rotate the wheel downwards. It not only saves your time during setup, but it additionally, you don’t have to look for a place to store the wheel when it is not in use. The brackets that swivel are typically fitted with larger, solid rubber wheels to allow for greater mobility.
This Extreme OffRoad Ark jockey wheel is built to be durable and versatile, as well as user-friendly. The dual wheels are large and provide an extra platform to spread the weight of the drawbar. This ensures unbeatable ability to grip the soft and hard surfaces. Additionally, the trailing yoke design gives you greater maneuverability. The high-performance shaft comes with the capacity to withstand 750kg of dynamic load and four adjustable starting heights to fit almost any caravan or trailer. The side winding handle that can be detached is an additional feature of this user-friendly design.
Ratchet Jockey Wheels
If you have to move a caravan that weighs a lot over uneven ground or to a restricted area it is worth considering using a ratchet wheel. These wheels allow one person to steer larger caravans into places that are impossible to reach while still attached to a vehicle towing. It is the Alko PowerMover model was among the first models to be equipped that had a lever and ratchet system that is suitable for transporting single axle caravans that have the ball weight of up 150kg. The next model on the list are the two wheel EasyMover that is designed to be used on twin axle caravans that have a the capacity to hold 900kg in static mode.
Trailer Valet Movers
It is the Trailer Valet range is becoming more sought-after within Australia. Australian market. Based on the ratchet jockey wheel design, they come with multi-gear system that comes with added safety features to ensure smooth and secure movements even at an angle that can be as steep as 10 degrees. There are two models to choose from The 5X is made for single axle caravans trailers for horses and horse floats that weigh up to 2200kg. It features a sturdy mounting bracket that attaches to the drawbar, a side crank handle that can be wound and an auto-engaged safety break. This Trailer Valet XL is designed for larger caravans , and can easily transport trailers that have an ATM that can reach 4500lbs. Also , it is gear driven by an end winding handle, or the drill attachment that comes with it is able to be used with an 18v cordless drill should you want. The XL is connected to the trailer with the 50mm ball coupling This means that it can be utilized on multiple trailers, without mounting brackets.
Trail-A-Mate Hydraulic Jockey Wheel and Jack
Its Trail-A-Mate is a premium multi-purpose caravan accessory. In less than a second the wheel can be converted into a robust hydraulic jack, with an lifting capacity of up to 1000kg. It is equipped with a 50mm shaft and can be used with the standard clamps that are already attached to the A-frame. The kit comes with two brackets that attach to the cross-members of the chassis located on back of wheel’s axle to give a secure lifting location. It is as simple as swapping the detachable wheel using the base plate included Attach the lifting clamp, and then place the bracket that is under-located at the rear of the wheel. Now you can raise a trailer or caravan using a 2900kg ATM to facilitate simple repair or replacement of wheels.
Twin Jockey Wheel Suit Caravan Movers
If you own a 12V motor attached to your caravan, it is recommended to use an extremely durable double wheel model. Built with bigger rubber wheels that are solid and a steel centres, they offer the extra strength needed for this type of set-up. Twin wheel technology allows the smooth pivoting of the wheels and provides greater grip on sloping or rough terrain.
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