When towing, braking power is everything. Whether you’re towing heavy loads, navigating steep descents, or stopping in unpredictable conditions, high-quality trailer brakes ensure your safety and control on the road. At Adelaide Trailer Shop we offer a wide range of trailer braking solutions designed for durability, reliability, and maximum stopping power. Shop calipers, backing plates, mounting plates, brake kits and more online now.
Towing without the right braking system puts unnecessary strain on your vehicle and increases the risk of accidents. A properly installed and maintained trailer brake system enhances control, reduces wear on your tow vehicle’s brakes, and ensures a smoother, safer towing experience. If you regularly tow a caravan, boat trailer, horse float, or heavy-duty work trailer, having the right brakes is essential.
We stock a comprehensive range of trailer brakes to suit different towing needs:
Electric Trailer Brakes
A popular choice for caravans and larger trailers, electric brakes engage automatically when you apply your vehicle’s brakes. They offer smooth and adjustable braking power, making them ideal for long-distance towing and heavy loads.
Hydraulic Trailer Brakes
Hydraulic surge brakes activate based on your trailer’s momentum. As your towing vehicle slows down, the force compresses hydraulic fluid to apply the trailer brakes. Perfect for boat trailers and medium-weight applications, trailer hydraulic brakes require minimal driver input and work seamlessly on various terrains.
Trailer Drum Brakes
A simple and effective braking system, mechanical drum brakes operate through a mechanical linkage, such as a cable or rod. They are easy to maintain and ideal for smaller trailers that require a straightforward braking solution.
Trailer Disc Brakes
For superior stopping power and durability, trailer disc brakes offer better heat dissipation and improved braking performance, especially in wet and off-road conditions. They are a great choice for high-performance and heavy-duty applications.
A common enquiry we receive is how much will it cost to add brakes to a trailer. Here is a guide to assist you.
When adding brakes to a trailer there are 2 categories:
Adding brakes to a trailer to assist with stopping requires some mechanical work such as:
For an accurate price, get in touch with our friendly and knowledgeable team today, we will be able to help you select the right solution based on your needs, trailer size, weight, and towing conditions. We can also assist with guidance on adjusting trailer brakes, as well as help you understand the differences between hydraulic, drum, disc and electric brakes. Adelaide Trailer Shop is home to expert staff ready to help you!
Whether you’re upgrading your existing brakes, replacing worn-out components, or fitting brakes on a new trailer, we have the right products to keep you in control. We are a leading supplier of thousands of trailer and caravan parts, we can help with trailer hubs, trailer axles & stubs, as well as other running gear, accessories and hardware. Shop online for trailer, visit us in-store today to explore our full range of trailer parts and accessories or for any other trailer repairs and parts visit our associated company Adelaide Trailer Repairs.
