2 x AL-KO Black Octagon Shock Absorbers – Heavy-Duty Caravan Suspension

2 x AL-KO Black Octagon Shock Absorbers – Heavy-Duty Caravan Suspension

The AL-KO Black Octagon Shock Absorber is a robust axle suspension upgrade designed to fit caravans and trailers with AL-KO Euro-style axles (1994 onwards). These black shock absorbers are the highest-capacity Octagon range in the AL-KO series, tuned for heavy single-axle loads up to 4000 kg GVW or tandem axle setups up to 7500 kg GVW when two units are fitted per axle.

This pair of shock absorbers helps reduce bounce, vibration and jolts from uneven road surfaces, improving towing stability, comfort and road contact. Installation is straightforward using the included rubber-mounted eyes and mounting brackets.

Why Choose This Shock Absorber?

• 🚐 Superior Ride Comfort & Stability – Damps large axle movement to reduce bounce and vibration.

• 📉 Improved Handling & Safety – Better road contact under load leads to enhanced towing control.

• 🔩 Genuine AL-KO Suspension Component – Purpose-built for AL-KO Euro axles to deliver optimum response.

• 📦 Complete Retrofit Kit – Supplied ready to install with mounting brackets and fixings.

• 🖤 High Capacity Range – Black coded for the heaviest caravan weight class.

Key Features & Specifications

What’s Included

• 2 × Black Octagon shock absorbers

• 4 × Mounting brackets

• 4 × Nuts & bolts

• Installation instructions (where provided)

How It Works

1. Mount each shock absorber to the caravan’s AL-KO axle using the supplied brackets and fixings.

2. The shock’s internal damping mechanism absorbs axle movement when encountering road imperfections.

3. This reduces road shock and vibration transmitted into the caravan body, resulting in smoother towing and better stability.

Who It’s For

• Caravan and trailer owners with heavier weight applications

• Vehicles equipped with AL-KO Euro-style axles (1994 onwards)

• Those seeking enhanced ride comfort and control over long distances

Why Buy This AL-KO Black Octagon Shock Absorber?

Shock absorbers are a key component in reducing the harshness of road imperfections and maintaining good axle contact under load. The black Octagon absorbers are colour-coded for maximum GVW applications, making them an ideal upgrade for larger caravans or tandem axle combinations. As a genuine AL-KO product, they’re engineered to work seamlessly with AL-KO suspension systems for optimal performance.

Compatibility & Installation Tips

• Designed for AL-KO Euro-axle caravans and trailers built from 1994 onwards.

• For tandem axle setups, two units per axle are required.

• Ensure the mounting brackets are tightened and aligned for low-wear articulation.