1800kg Torsion Axle with 250×40 Brake Drum – OEM Heavy Duty Braked Axle for European Caravans, Campers & Medium Utility Trailers
Price on Request
load capacity: 1800 kg.
distance between mounting holes: 1350mm (can be customized).
hub face: 1800 mm (can be customized).
Brake size: 250 x 40 mm.
Bolts: M12x1.5 and 5×139.7
1800 kg Torsion Axle with 250×40 Brake Drum – OEM Heavy Duty Braked Axle for European Caravans, Campers & Medium Utility Trailers
integrated 250×40 mm brake drum, built by China source factory Mr Liu Axle to EU market-compatible
specifications for European trailers. Construction: forged torsion arm, high-strength steel axle tube, and
independent rubber-damped torsion suspension. Applications: European caravans, camper trailers, twin-axle
touring trailers, medium utility trailers and off-road camping builds up to 1800 kg per axle. Hub face and
mounting-hole dimensions are customizable; the axle works with standard European overrun (mechanical) drum
brake couplings.
Product Overview
An 1800kg torsion axle is an independent-suspension caravan axle in which
each wheel mounts to a forged torsion arm rotating inside a rubber-cord cartridge pressed into the axle tube.
The rubber element acts as both spring and damper — there are no leaf springs, shackles or hangers to maintain.
The integrated 250×40 mm drum provides a larger braking surface and better heat dissipation than standard
200×50 drums, making this axle suitable for heavier, faster-moving trailers such as fully loaded caravans on
mountain passes or extended highway tours. Built to EU market-compatible dimensions, the axle bolts directly to
standard European suspension arms and chassis mounts.
Compared with idler (unbraked) axles, this braked configuration provides:
- Mechanical overrun drum braking — no electric controller or hydraulic lines required
- Independent wheel movement over uneven terrain, reducing cargo shift
- Lower ride height and no periodic leaf-spring maintenance
Specification Table
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Load capacity | 1800 kg per axle |
| Axle type | Braked torsion axle with independent suspension |
| Brake drum size | 250×40 mm (European heavy duty standard) |
| Brake system | Overrun mechanical drum brake compatible |
| Bolt pattern / wheel studs | 5×139.7 mm bolt circle, M12×1.5 wheel bolts |
| Hub face | 1800 mm standard (can be customized) |
| Mounting-hole distance | 1350 mm standard (can be customized) |
| Construction | Forged torsion arm with high-strength steel tube |
| Brand compatibility | Standard European medium trailer chassis |
| Finish | Corrosion-resistant coating for European road conditions |
Application Table
| Application | Why this axle fits |
|---|---|
| European heavy duty caravans, twin-axle touring trailers | 1800 kg rating with 250×40 drum braking for fully loaded touring |
| Off-road camping trailers and overland builds | Independent torsion suspension keeps wheels in contact on uneven terrain |
| Medium utility trailers and tradesman trailers | Overrun drum brake — no electric controller needed on the tow vehicle |
| Large camper trailers and mobile cabins | Low ride height and stable load handling at highway speeds |
| OEM production for European caravan and trailer manufacturers | EU Market-compatible dimensions; custom hub face and bracket spacing available |
Key Features
- 250×40 mm brake drum — larger braking surface than 200×50 configurations, with better heat dissipation
- Forged torsion arm inside a high-strength steel axle tube
- Independent rubber-damped torsion suspension for smooth towing
- Overrun mechanical drum brake compatible — bolts to standard European couplings
- Corrosion-resistant coating for European road and winter conditions
- Custom hub face width and mounting-hole distance on request
FAQ
Q1: What is the advantage of a 250×40 brake drum over a 200×50 drum?
The 250×40 drum has a larger braking diameter, which increases braking torque for the same actuation force,
and a wider friction surface for better heat dissipation. For a fully loaded 1800 kg caravan on long descents
or at highway speed, this means more consistent, fade-resistant braking than a 200×50 configuration.
Q2: How do I measure hub face and mounting-hole distance for a replacement?
Hub face is measured between the two wheel mounting surfaces (where the wheels sit), and mounting-hole
distance between the centers of the suspension mounting holes. Record both dimensions, the bolt pattern
(5×139.7 mm), and your coupling type, and send them with your order — we build the axle to fit your existing
frame.
Q4: Which brake coupling is compatible with this axle?
The 250×40 mm overrun (mechanical) drum brake works with standard European overrun couplings rated at 1800 kg
or above, including EU-type hitch heads. No electric brake controller or hydraulic lines are
required — braking force is generated by the trailer pushing against the tow vehicle during deceleration.
Q5: What is the MOQ and lead time for OEM wholesale orders?
We are a source factory supplying OEM wholesale pricing to European caravan manufacturers, camper builders
and trailer parts distributors. Standard-configuration axles ship in about 3–4 weeks after order
confirmation; custom hub face or bracket dimensions add approximately 1–2 weeks. Contact us via the quote
form or WhatsApp +86-181-6628-0204 for pricing on your configuration and volume.
