Motor Movers for Caravans
Move your caravan with remote control precision. Professional motor mover installation for single and twin axle caravans. No more struggling with tight spaces or difficult reversing.
Effortless Caravan Maneuvering
A motor mover is a 12V motorized device which is clamped to your caravan chassis and connects to rollers attached to the caravan wheels. These rollers then propel the caravan in any chosen direction, controlled by a remote handset—basically like a radio-controlled car.
This gives you the ability to move any single or twin axle caravan into positions you would not be able to achieve with your towing vehicle or by hand. Think about maneuvering a heavy twin axle caravan into a tight carport or storage area—motor movers make this effortless.
We install motor movers at our Christchurch workshop on single and twin axle caravans. Whether you need help getting into tight spaces at home, struggle with reversing, or simply want the convenience of precise positioning, motor movers are the perfect solution.
Why Install a Motor Mover?
The advantages of remote-controlled caravan positioning
Precision Positioning
Position your caravan with pinpoint accuracy using the remote control. Perfect for getting into tight parking spots, storage areas, or camping sites where reversing with a vehicle would be difficult or impossible.
Single-Person Operation
Operate the motor mover by yourself without needing someone to guide or help push. The remote control allows you to walk around the caravan and see exactly where you're positioning it.
Soft Start Technology
Modern motor movers feature soft start and stop technology, ensuring smooth, jerk-free movement. This protects your caravan from sudden jolts and makes positioning easier and safer.
Works on Gradients
Quality motor movers will not allow the caravan to roll while being maneuvered on a gradient. They provide enough torque to move your caravan up slopes and maintain position on inclines.
No More Difficult Reversing
Motor movers are a safer and easier option for those who don't feel confident reversing their vehicle to maneuver their caravan. Eliminate the stress and difficulty of caravan reversing.
Protected Components
All mover components are fully protected against water spray, dirt, and oil. E-coated and powder-coated for corrosion protection, ensuring long-lasting reliability in New Zealand conditions.
Types of Motor Movers
Choose the right system for your caravan
Manual Engagement
Manual engagement motor movers use a crank handle or engagement tool (metal wrench) to engage the rollers onto the tyres. Once engaged, the caravan is operated via remote control.
- Lower cost than automatic systems
- Simple, reliable operation
- Manual engagement required before use
- Remote control operation once engaged
- Cross actuation bar allows engagement from either side
- Perfect for home storage use
Automatic Engagement
Automatic motor movers use built-in 12V actuators to engage and disengage the rollers at the push of a button on your remote. Everything is controlled wirelessly—no manual engagement needed.
- Complete remote control operation
- No manual engagement required
- Push-button engagement/disengagement
- Ultimate convenience
- Ideal for frequent use
- Premium features and performance
Battery Requirements
Motor movers operate on your caravan's 12V house battery. We recommend a minimum 100Ah battery capacity, especially for twin axle caravans that require more power to maneuver.
The added weight of a motor mover system is approximately 30-35kg per axle. Average current draw is around 20 amps, with maximum current draw up to 100 amps during operation.
Ready for Easier Caravan Maneuvering?
We install motor movers on single and twin axle caravans at our Christchurch workshop. Whether you choose manual or automatic engagement, we'll professionally fit your motor mover system for years of reliable service. Contact us for options and pricing.