Motorised Jockey Wheel- The best motorised Jockey Wheel movers in the uk

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Motorised Jockey Wheels

Wether you have a small trailer or a large twin axle caravan, a motorized jockey wheel is a cheaper alternative to a fixed motor mover, they also make a great jockey wheel for caravan or trailer 

Motor movers can be very expensive. Not just the purchase of the mover itself but the fitting of the motor mover can often add up to 50% to the price ticket. There is an alternative though. 

Many people holiday with another family on a regular basis or even season pitch their caravan with friends.

How do you move your caravan? Manually or with a mover? Please share your experience at the bottom of this page.

Further more if you also own a trailer or even a horse box trailer then the mover can also be utilised as a trailer mover, particularly if you have a non slip rubber wheel.

 

 

 

Pros –  

• Can be used on several units
• Cheaper option Particularly for twin axle units

Cons –

• Can be difficult, made easier with a separately sold new clamp
• Ground clearance may be an issue with non standard tow bars

Jockey wheel motor movers work very well on level, smooth surfaces like driveways, caravan parks etc – ideal for tarmac and concrete so will be perfect for manoeuvring your caravan onto your drive or into a tight space at your caravan storage site.

 

One of the main concerns with a motorised jockey wheel is whether or not they will be appropriate for uneven ground, especially gravel.

Many manufacturers are reluctant to guarantee your motorised jockey wheel will work perfectly on uneven surfaces. However, consumer reviews show that even on softer ground, they can perform exceptionally well.

As well as tackling uneven ground, another concern is how the motor movers will perform on an incline. Both the VidaXL and Vevor 350w models are suitable up to a five degrees incline, whereas the RocwooD model can stretch to 7 degrees.

In reality, the three caravan motor movers here are actually very similar. All promising to reach the same speeds, very similar maximum vehicle load and all jockey wheels weighing a very similar amount. Additionally, all models are very similar in price and look. (see the table above)

The RocwooD model however has a slightly more powerful motor, a small advantage making it more favourable on small inclines, and the greater weight capacity at 498kg maximum jockey wheel load.

If you choose to go for a fixed motor mover, be sure to consider the cost of the fitting too, which can sometimes amount to another 50% on the price tag.

Every caravanner will make their own decision when deciding which option is best for them. Whilst those with a bigger budget may opt for an axle mounted motor.

For others, the benefits of this over the motorised jockey wheel may not be worth the additional price tag. Whichever option you chose, you can guarantee the next time you are pitching on a caravan site, it will be a doddle!