Spring Loaded Gate Jockey Wheel, Heavy, 90mm Wheel, 160kg Load Bearing

A sprung wheel that carries the free end of a swing gate. A gate is held only at its hinge side, so the free end wants to drop, and over time a heavy leaf pulls its post and hinges out of line. A jockey wheel takes that end of the gate onto the ground. The spring inside the bracket lets the wheel rise and fall over small changes in the surface, so it stays in contact without jamming. This heavy model is published as load bearing 160kg. It has a 90mm blue wheel in a welded fork and a 50mm wide bracket with two fixing holes at 87mm centres. The price shown is for one jockey wheel.

Why a sprung jockey wheel works

It keeps weight off the hinges. The wheel shares the load of the free end of the gate, which is exactly where the leverage on the hinges is highest.

A thick spring for a heavier gate. The widely spaced open coil and the 25mm bar are built for a gate that presses harder on the wheel.

Bolts to the gate upright. The bracket fixes to the end of the leaf with two bolts, so there is no need to modify the gate frame beyond two holes.

Where it is used

Swing gates at contractors' compounds, farm yards, commercial yards and estates, where a gate is long enough or heavy enough to sag. It suits the heavier leaf, where the 120kg model would be working close to its figure. It runs best on a firm surface, because any wheel sinks in soft ground.

Specifications

Choosing the right jockey wheel

The heavy model is the stronger of the two: 160kg load bearing against 120kg, with a 25mm spindle against 16mm and a wider 50mm bracket. Both are 327mm from the top of the spindle to the axle and both have the 87mm hole spacing, so you can move up a grade without moving your holes. If you would rather have a wheel that swivels, a swivel gate caster follows the gate rather than running in one direction.

See the full range of gate wheels.

Fitting and care

Hang and adjust the gate first, then fit the wheel towards the free end. Position the bracket on the end upright so that the wheel is touching the ground with some of the spring compressed, mark the two holes at 87mm centres, and bolt it on with fixings to suit your gate. Fixings are not published as included. Swing the gate through its full travel and check that the spring is not bottoming out or the wheel losing contact.

Keep the axle bolt tight and check the wheel at each service. The wheel should turn freely. Replace it if it has worn flat or if the spring has gone soft.

Frequently asked questions

Ordering and delivery

Order online, with Express UK Delivery to your site and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. For a larger job, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm availability and delivery before you order.