Superior Drag Wheels For Your Trailer Or RV
When it comes to heavy-duty vehicles like RVs and trailers, every step needs to be taken to ensure the safety of passengers—and preservation of expensive equipment. That’s why outfitting your trailer, RV, or motor home with drag wheels (also referred to as skid wheels or bogey wheels), is a step you don’t want to miss when constructing these vehicles.
These mechanisms protect the undercarriage of trailers and vehicles from damage caused by skidding or striking the ground when bottoming out. Instead of the vehicle dragging on the ground, a stainless steel roller takes the brunt of the force and damage. Not only that, but skid wheels can improve maneuverability and prevent dangerous crashes.
Austin Hardware takes protecting your trailers and RVs to another level with our patent-pending skid wheels, innovatively engineered for superior performance. Our skid wheels feature an all-steel construction, ultra-high working load per roller, and a bolt on design for easy installation. We put in the work to provide industry-leading, super safe skid wheels so you can turn out top-quality vehicles you stand behind.
CHOOSING QUALITY DRAG WHEELS
When selecting drag wheels for your application, it’s essential to consider all the factors that are at play. Here’s your ultimate checklist for choosing quality drag wheels:
Material and Finish
• Look for skid wheels made of solid steel for optimum strength and protection against wear and tear.
• Consider the quality of the drag wheel’s finish. Austin Hardware’s skid wheels are finished with a powder coating for added durability.
Weight Capacity
• Your skid wheels must be rated for a working load that can handle the weight of your trailer or vehicle.
• Look for drag wheels with high working loads, like Austin Hardware’s ultra heavy-duty options (rated 3,750 lbs.working load per roller).
Design
• Mounting system: A bolt-on design securely attaches to the trailer frame without the need for welding.
• Skid plate: A quality drag wheel will include a skid plate to protect the undercarriage of the vehicle from damage caused by striking the ground.
• Compatibility: Ensure the design and dimensions fit the frame size of your trailer or vehicle.
Superior Drag Wheels For Ultimate Protection
Our patent-pending drag wheels were designed by our team of engineers for superior protection. No detail was overlooked in engineering a solution that meets all common issues faced by those in the trailer and RV industry. Our drag wheels are packed with features that enhance safety, durability, and end-user experience:
- All-steel construction for enhanced durability
- Ultra-heavy duty design, with a rating of 3,750 lbs working load per roller
- A front skid plate for hard impacts on soft ground
- Self-lubricating bushings (no need to grease)
- A bolt-on design, making mounting installation on steel and aluminum frames quick and easy (with no need for welding)
Get Started With Our Drag Wheel Kit
Our drag wheel kit makes your next step in enhancing your trailer or RV easy and painless. The kit comes with 2 bolt-on style skid wheels and all the hardware you need for installation. No need for welding—these wheels are ready to be bolted on any 2” steel or aluminum frames.
Our patent-pending skid wheels are your ultimate solution to protecting RVs and trailers when they bottom out. WIth our convenient drag wheel kit, you can say goodbye to dents, bumps and scratches that wear down your vehicle and pose safety concerns in the long run.
Discover More High-Quality Solutions For Trailers and RVs
There’s no room for compromise on quality hardware when you’re constructing safe, heavy-duty vehicles like trailers and RVs. We have the inventory and selection you need to finish these vehicles down to the very last detail. Learn more about our hardworking hardware for these industries at the links below.
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Unlock Innovative Solutions With Austin Engineering
Our drag wheels are the ultimate embodiment of the ingenuity of Austin Guaranteed Engineered Solutions™. This is a patent-pending product developed by our experienced team of engineers with the customer’s experience in mind.
Our experts took the issues faced by those in the industry and reimagined an existing piece of hardware to tackle those concerns head-on. The engineers at Austin Hardware are ready to apply the same tactics in developing a custom solution for your business. With a loaded arsenal of engineering capabilities, we have a proven track record for driving cost reduction through assembly time, manufacturing capabilities, and sourcing. Contact a representative today to learn how Austin Engineering can help transform your business with a custom hardware solution.