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Trailer twistlock

A retractable trailer twistlock, widely used across the African trucking industry, with a core that pulls flush into the body when not in use and a replaceable core if it's ever damaged.

Description

This is the standard unit found across the African trucking industry. The core retracts into the body so the twistlock doesn't protrude through the trailer deck when the trailer is carrying other loads, and the core itself can be swapped out without removing or modifying the twistlock body should it get damaged. It comes standard with a long handle, customisable to suit. Fitting it means cutting a penetration in the trailer deck and welding the top plate into position. Alternatively, weld the twistlocks directly onto a structure that's then lowered onto a container: the twistlocks engage the corner castings and turning the handle locks them in place. A double variant is available on request under its own reference.

Features

• Core retracts flush into the body, keeping the deck clear for other loads
• Replaceable core — swap without removing or modifying the twistlock body
• Comes standard with a long handle, customisable to suit
• Fits through a single deck penetration, top plate welded into position
• Double variant available on request

Where it is used

Container securing on flatbed trailers; securing containerised structures such as MCC units to container top corner castings.

Specifications

Material	Steel
Load Rating (SWL)	SWL Tension 250 kN · SWL Shear 210 kN
Load Rating (MBL)	MBL Tension 500 kN · MBL Shear 420 kN
Dimensions	150 × 150 mm flange · 127 mm body height · travel 172 mm up / 230 mm down
Standard	ISO 1161

Documents & extras

• Datasheet and technical drawing — request with your quote or email us.
• 3D model (STEP) available on request.