dual axle versus single axle

koalaboy · Member

dual axle versus single axle

aussie_paul · Guru

koalaboy wrote:
Hi can you tell me the advantages of a dual axle and single axle caravan both being about 17foot , thanks

If you use the search function button in the darker blue bar, then the advanced button entering "dual axle versus single axle"

you will find several threads covering your needs.

Aussie Paul. smile

billeeeeeee · Guru

Well you have more chances of having a puncture's,,,,,, with dual axle,

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Dougwe · Chief one feather

Duel axle would definitely help take the load better and would make reversing easier too I reckon. Biggest problem though is extra $$$ for tyres.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

Dougwe wrote:
Duel axle would definitely help take the load better and would make reversing easier too I reckon. Biggest problem though is extra $$$ for tyres.

cost of tyres is not a problem, all you need do is only inflate two tyres, one on each side, keep the other two for when the first ones wear out. biggrin biggrin

now back on topic, Dougwe made me go off topic again, on a 17 foot van a single axle would be ok, any bigger and you would want a duel axle. IMHO

johnq · Guru

koalaboy wrote:
Hi can you tell me the advantages of a dual axle and single axle caravan both being about 17foot , thanks

Some years ago, after a run of 22' vans I bought a 17' single axle. It was a reputable make. We were intending to travel less and were disciplined into taking only the necessary items.

We soon sold the 17'. Poorly balanced and too heavy for a single axle.

I believe that 17' is an oddball size that really pushes the limit for a single axle and it is more a marketing ploy (think about it). It is better to go a wee bit longer and get two axles. Or go smaller and lighter with a single axle. Consider how much you intend to carry because it soon mounts up.

I wouldn't be taking much notice of sales staff.

-- Edited by johnq on Thursday 22nd of May 2014 10:47:27 AM

Friar Park · Senior Member

In the past i have owned a variety of vans with sizes from 23' down to 14', double and single axle. My current van is an old Compass. Measures 17' 9" inside. Single axle, entry door towards the rear with a rear kitchen. The unusual thing abouit it is the axle is well back. Manouverabilty is great! Tyre wear is no worse than any other that i've owned, and the balance is as good as any other van. I can only speak from my own experience but the only reason for two axles is to share the load when size is a factor.

Friar