1800 kg Knott Spring Axle – OEM Replacement Trailer Axle for European Caravans
This spring axle is an 1800 kg Knott-compatible leaf spring axle engineered for European caravans, campers, lightweight trailers and small touring vehicles. Built to OEM replacement standards, this spring axle delivers reliable load-bearing performance and straightforward maintenance for trailer builders and caravan manufacturers across Europe.
Featuring high-strength steel construction with precision-welded spring seats, this 1800 kg axle unit is designed to bolt directly to standard European caravan and camper chassis. The traditional leaf spring suspension provides consistent load distribution and proven durability, making it a cost-effective alternative to complex independent suspension systems for lightweight and mid-duty applications.
Key Specifications
- Load Capacity: 1800 kg per axle
- Axle Type: Leaf spring axle (straight axle)
- Brand Compatibility: Knott and standard European trailer chassis
- Suspension: Leaf spring with standard spring seat spacing
- Application: European caravans, campers and lightweight trailers
- Brake Options: Compatible with 200×50 or 250×40 overrun mechanical brake drums
- Construction: High-strength steel tube with welded spring perches
- Finish: Powder coated or painted for European road conditions
Applications
- European caravans and touring trailers
- Camping trailers and pop-up campers
- Lightweight utility trailers and box trailers
- Compact mobile homes and cabin trailers
- Replacement for worn 1800 kg leaf spring axles
- OEM production for European trailer and caravan manufacturers
Why Choose This Knott Spring Axle
The leaf spring design offers proven reliability, lower initial cost and easier field repair compared to torsion or independent suspension alternatives. With standard spring seat spacing and Knott-compatible dimensions, this axle bolts directly to most European caravan chassis without modification, reducing assembly time and simplifying spare parts sourcing.
Related Trailer Parts
Complete your trailer axle system with our trailer brake drums and trailer hub assemblies. We also supply torsion axles and independent suspension kits for European trailers.
For reference on Knott axles and European trailer axle systems, see Autoflex Knott Axles Collection.
This 1800 kg Knott spring axle is available at OEM wholesale pricing for European caravan manufacturers, camper builders and trailer parts distributors. Contact us for custom spring centers, hub face widths and overrun brake configurations.

