Heavy Duty Spare Wheel Carrier – Rugged Mounting for Utes, Trailers & Off-Road Setups

Heavy Duty Spare Wheel Carrier – Rugged Mounting for Utes, Trailers & Off-Road Setups

When you're heading off-road, hauling equipment, or building a custom ute tray or trailer setup, a reliable spare wheel mounting solution is essential. The Heavy Duty Spare Wheel Carrier from Hardware Master is designed to withstand tough conditions while keeping your spare tyre secure, accessible, and out of the way.

Built for strength, versatility, and easy installation, this wheel carrier is ideal for 4WDs, service vehicles, off-road trailers, and heavy-duty toolboxes.

🔧 Key Features of the Heavy Duty Spare Wheel Carrier

✅ Robust Steel Construction – Designed to handle large off-road or all-terrain tyres without flex or fatigue
✅ Aluminium and Stainless Steel – Provides rust and corrosion resistance, perfect for harsh Australian conditions
✅ Universal Fit – Compatible with most 5-stud and 6-stud wheels and various tray or trailer mounting surfaces
✅ Secure Locking Design – Holds the tyre firmly in place even on rough tracks
✅ Easy Bolt-On Installation – No welding required – ideal for DIYers, trades, and 4WD enthusiasts

Whether you're mounting it on a flat tray, canopy, toolbox, or drawbar, this spare wheel carrier gives you the flexibility and peace of mind that your spare is always ready when you need it.

🛠️ Common Applications

🚙 Ute Trays – Free up underbody space and mount your spare securely above the tray
🚐 Off-Road Trailers & Campers – Rugged enough to handle tough 4WD tracks
🛻 Toolboxes & Canopies – Mount directly to storage units for easy access
🚛 Service Vehicles – Keep spares visible and quickly accessible
🛞 Caravans & Custom Builds – Integrate seamlessly into drawer systems or bumper bars

⚙️ Installation Guide

You don’t need a fabricator to fit this bracket – it's designed for simple, secure bolt-on mounting.

✅ Tools Required:

  • Drill + bits

  • Marker & measuring tape

🧭 Basic Steps:

1️⃣ Position the carrier bracket on your tray, canopy or trailer wall
2️⃣ Mark mounting holes and drill through the panel
3️⃣ Bolt the bracket securely, ensuring alignment and spacing
4️⃣ Mount your spare tyre and tighten the fixing plate

Optional: Add a padlock or security cable through the centre bolt for theft prevention.

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Keep your next adventure on track with gear that’s ready for anything. 💪

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