{"product_id":"al-ko-red-octagon-shock-absorber","title":"2 x AL-KO Red Octagon Shock Absorbers – Caravan Axle Dampers 601206","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2 x AL-KO Red Octagon Shock Absorbers – Caravan Axle Dampers 601206\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"890\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"486\"\u003eAL-KO Red Octagon Shock Absorber Kit (Part No. 601206)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"527\"\u003eaxle suspension upgrade\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to enhance ride comfort, towing stability and handling for caravans and trailers fitted with \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"671\"\u003eAL-KO Euro-style axles (1994 onwards)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The red-coded Octagon shock absorbers are intended for \u003cstrong data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eheavier single-axle loads (1301 kg – 1800 kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"824\"\u003etandem axle setups (2501 kg – 3500 kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e when two sets are installed.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eThis kit helps reduce axle bounce, vibration and road shock transmitted into the caravan body, resulting in a smoother towing experience and improved contact with the road surface.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eWhy Choose These Shock Absorbers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e🚐 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eEnhanced Ride Comfort \u0026amp; Towing Stability\u003c\/strong\u003e – Dampens heavy axle movement and reduces bounce over uneven surfaces.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003e🔄 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eImproved Handling \u0026amp; Road Contact\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps maintain better ground control under load.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003e🛠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eGenuine AL-KO Suspension Component\u003c\/strong\u003e – Built for AL-KO Euro axles (1994 onwards).\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e📦 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eComplete Retrofit Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Includes two shock absorbers with mounting brackets, nuts and bolts for installation.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"2260\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1788\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"align-top\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1805\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"align-top\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1846\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1855\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eAL-KO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1875\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1924\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eOctagon shock absorbers (axle suspension kit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1943\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1953\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e601206\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1982\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003eFitment (Single Axle)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2007\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e1301 kg – 1800 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2036\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eFitment (Tandem Axle)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2081\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003e2501 kg – 3500 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e (two kits required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2098\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003eAxle Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2127\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eEuro-style (1994 onwards)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2141\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2148\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2170\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2169\"\u003eApprox. Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2260\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003e3.5 kg per kit (pair)\u003c\/strong\u003e (total shipping weight)\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2265\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003e2 × Red Octagon shock absorbers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003e4 × Mounting brackets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003e4 × Nuts \u0026amp; bolts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003eFitment instructions (where provided by the merchant)\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2776\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003eFit the shock absorbers\u003c\/strong\u003e to your caravan’s AL-KO axle using the supplied brackets and hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2683\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2683\"\u003eThe internal damping mechanism absorbs and smooths axial movement during towing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2684\" data-end=\"2776\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2776\"\u003eResulting in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2739\"\u003ereduced bounce, vibration and shock\u003c\/strong\u003e transmitted into the caravan body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2931\"\u003eThis improved damping action increases driver confidence, particularly on uneven roads and at higher touring speeds.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"2936\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"2957\"\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"3263\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"3042\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2961\" data-end=\"3042\"\u003eCaravan and trailer owners looking to improve ride comfort and towing stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3045\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003eHeavy-duty single-axle rigs (up to 1800 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3167\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3167\"\u003eTandem axle caravans and trailers (combined up to 3500 kg with two kits)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3168\" data-end=\"3263\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3263\"\u003eVehicles built with AL-KO Euro axles from 1994 onwards\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3268\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3313\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3313\"\u003eWhy Buy These AL-KO Shock Absorbers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3704\"\u003eUpgrading to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3332\" data-end=\"3369\"\u003eAL-KO Red Octagon Shock Absorbers\u003c\/strong\u003e makes a tangible difference in towing dynamics — smoothing the ride, reducing harsh jolts and enhancing road contact under load. Because these are \u003cstrong data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3573\"\u003eengineered specifically for AL-KO suspension systems\u003c\/strong\u003e, they deliver reliability and performance matched to your caravan’s chassis specifications.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3706\" data-end=\"3709\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3751\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3714\" data-end=\"3751\"\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Installation Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"4052\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"3849\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3755\" data-end=\"3849\"\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong data-start=\"3768\" data-end=\"3807\"\u003eEuro-axle caravans (1994 and newer)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3850\" data-end=\"3975\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3852\" data-end=\"3975\"\u003eFor \u003cstrong data-start=\"3856\" data-end=\"3878\"\u003etandem axle setups\u003c\/strong\u003e, two kits (two pairs) are required to equip both axles.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3976\" data-end=\"4052\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3978\" data-end=\"4052\"\u003eMount shock absorbers with rubber-mounted eyes aligned to minimise wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Caravan-Life","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61172933132618,"sku":"601206M","price":116.17,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/6944\/2122\/files\/shopping_35.webp?v=1771872489","url":"https:\/\/caravan-life.co.uk\/products\/al-ko-red-octagon-shock-absorber","provider":"Caravan-Life","version":"1.0","type":"link"}