Container Wheels for Shipping Containers
Our container wheels let you move a shipping container without a crane or forklift. These shipping container wheels click directly into your container’s ISO 1161 corner castings and lock securely with the proven twistlock mechanism — no welding, no special tools. Shipped from our Rotterdam and Long Beach, CA warehouses to the EU and USA.
Why Choose Our Container Wheels?
Flexibility
Move your container whenever you need to, without relying on a crane or outside equipment.
Lower Operating Costs
Reusable container wheels save on rental, transport, and standing-time costs compared to external lifting equipment.
Fast, Tool-Free Installation
The wheels click straight into the ISO corner castings — no welding, no special tools required.
Container Wheels Specifications
- Compatible with ISO 1161 corner castings
- Fits 20ft and 40ft shipping containers
- Available in polyurethane, nylon, or steel
- Directional lock for straight-line transport
- Load capacities from 5,400 kg to 30,000 kg per set
- Suited to port terminals, construction sites, and industrial yards
How to Put a Shipping Container on Wheels
- Check the corner castings. Make sure all four ISO 1161 corner castings are clear and undamaged.
- Position the wheel set. Place each wheel set under a corner casting, aligned with the twistlock opening.
- Click and lock. Push the twistlock into the corner casting until it clicks into place; check the lock on all four corners.
- Roll the container. With all four wheel sets mounted, the container is ready to move — use the directional lock for straight-line tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions About Container Wheels
What are container wheels?
Container wheels (also called shipping container casters or twistlock casters) are heavy-duty wheel sets that attach directly to a shipping container’s ISO 1161 corner castings, letting you move the container without a crane or forklift.
How do you attach container wheels to a shipping container?
The wheels use a twistlock mechanism that clicks directly into the container’s ISO 1161 corner castings — no welding or special tools required. Once inserted, the twistlock locks automatically.
How much weight can container wheels carry?
Capacity depends on the model: the Compact series carries up to 5,400 kg dynamic load per set, the Pro series up to 13,500 kg, and the Xtreme series up to 30,000 kg.
Do container wheels fit any shipping container?
Our wheels are compatible with standard ISO 1161 corner castings, which covers virtually all 20ft and 40ft shipping containers. If in doubt, check your specific container’s corner castings.
Can container wheels be removed and reused on another container?
Yes — the twistlock mechanism is designed for repeated mounting and removal, so the same wheel sets can be reused across multiple containers.
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