What does a Motorised jockey wheel do?
Capable of moving up to 2722kg of weight on hard paved surfaces, the Motorised Jockey Wheel provides you with the extra muscle you need in transporting vehicles, such as camper vans, caravans, trailers, and boats.
Do ratchet jockey wheels work?
Yes they would. They are painfully slow, but they do work. It probably depends on how far you need to move the van. I have a dual wheel Maco Mule which gives more traction than the single wheel model, but still require a bit of effort.
Do caravan Motor Movers work on gravel?
If operating the caravan mover on gravel or soft surfaces, the jockey wheel may “lead” the caravan in an undesired direction. We is also recommended that a pneumatic tyre be fitted to the jockey wheel, which will also help to alleviate the problems of moving on soft ground as it is less likely to sink and dig in.
Are jockey wheels all the same size?
Jockey wheels have upper and lower stamped on them….. probably best to fit them that way round. as said, the guide (top) is often a different design to the tension (lower) jockey, as it can have some side-to-side ‘float’ built in. That said, you can run different sizes if you want.
What kind of jockey wheel do I Need?
If you’ve realized that there’s got to be an easier way to maneuver your caravan then the Ercolino 12V Motorized Jockey Wheel may be just for you. Specially engineered for getting you out of tricky situations, it features two powerful 12V motors which provide the Jockey with the ability to move single axis RVs.
Can a motorised jockey wheel be left on a caravan?
At the caravans tow hitch all you have is the weight of the mover and the caravans nose load, where as each of the main wheels have almost half the weight of the caravan on them – a big difference and a much better safety margin. Most are are not designed to be left on the caravan when being towed, so you have to consider the storage.
How big is a mini mover jockey wheel?
The Minimover 2 is a perfect fit for RV centers, Trailer parks, Boat dealers, RV/Boat/Trailer owners & more. The jockey wheel is capable of moving up to 2722kg’s (6000lbs) on an incline of up to 7 degrees.
What kind of motor does a jockey use?
Specially engineered for getting you out of tricky situations, it features two powerful 12V motors which provide the Jockey with the ability to move single axis RVs. It can connect to your caravan breaks, so you remain in control at all times.
