Couplemate Express Trailer Parts

45mm x 710mm Shackle Leaf Spring

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45mm Shackle Leaf Spring for Trailers and Caravans – 710mm long

45mm shackle springs are replacement leaf springs for trailers, campers, and caravans.

This spring is centred with the locator pin is in the middle of the spring. This can be checked by measuring from the front eye to the locator pin and from the locator pin to the rear eye. For this spring, both measurements should be 355mm. If they are different, you likely require offset springs.

These springs are supplied painted, but you can find a galvanised version here.

Product Specifications: 45mm Shackle Leaf Spring for Trailers and Caravans – 710mm long

  • Width: 45mm
  • Length: 710mm
  • Leaf Thickness: 8mm
  • Free Camber: 120mm
  • Spring Bolt Holes: 9/16″
  • Leaf Ratings (per spring):
    • 3 Leaf = 425kg
    • 4 Leaf = 550kg
    • 5 Leaf = 650kg
    • 6 Leaf = 750kg
    • 8 Leaf = 950kg

Frequently Asked Questions


Should I measure my trailer spring following the curve (camber)? The best way to find a replacement spring is by measuring straight across from the front eye to the rear eye, starting and ending in the eye centre. 

Can I use this spring on a dual axle trailer/caravan? Yes! These springs are ideal for tandem axles.

45mm x 710mm Shackle Leaf Spring Guide

Ensure balanced load sharing, a stable ride, and complete towing safety by following these essential suspension guidelines.

✔️ The Do’s

  • Measure accurately: Double-check your spring width (45mm) and eye-to-eye length (710mm) before purchasing replacement packs.
  • Replace in pairs: Swap out both leaf springs on the same axle simultaneously to prevent sagging, listing, or uneven tire wear.
  • Grease bushes correctly: Apply high-pressure chassis grease to your shackle pins and nylon/bronze bushes to minimize operational friction.
  • Torque U-bolts evenly: Tighten your suspension U-bolts in a cross pattern, and re-torque them after your first 100 kilometers of travel.
  • Allow shackle movement: Ensure the rear shackle plates swing freely so the 710mm spring can flex properly under heavy loads.
❌ The Don’ts

  • Don’t weld the leaves: Never apply heat or weld directly onto the spring steel, as this completely destroys its heat-treated tempering.
  • Don’t reuse worn hardware: Avoid pairing brand-new springs with rusted U-bolts, worn shackle pins, or deteriorated eye bushes.
  • Don’t lock shackle pins: Avoid overtightening the shackle assembly nuts to the point where the linkage plates cannot pivot.
  • Don’t mix spring ratings: Never combine a 5-leaf spring with a 6-leaf spring on opposite sides of the same trailer axle.
  • Don’t ignore fractures: Never tow your trailer if you notice any hairline cracks, deep corrosion pits, or leaf shifting in the pack.

Additional information

Weight N/A
Dimensions 93 × 15 × 10 cm
Spring Leaf #

3 Leaf, 4 Leaf, 5 Leaf, 6 Leaf, 8 Leaf

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