Stubbs® Heavy Duty Turntable Trucks - 1800 x 750mm Platform

When standard turntable trucks are not large enough for the job, the Stubbs Heavy Duty Turntable Truck with its oversized 1800 x 750mm platform provides the answer. This is the largest platform in the Stubbs turntable truck range — a serious piece of British-manufactured handling equipment designed for operations that demand exceptional load area, heavy-duty capacity, and the kind of build quality that will deliver reliable service for decades rather than years.

Manufactured by WB Stubbs (Hawksworth) Ltd at Progress Works in Nottinghamshire — the same site where the company has been building trucks, trolleys, and handling equipment since 1836 — the 1800 x 750mm platform turntable truck represents the pinnacle of Stubbs engineering. With its robust angle steel frame, selected timber deck, distinctive dark green baked enamel finish, and a choice of 400mm pneumatic or solid cushion rubber wheels, it combines the manufacturing heritage and quality that professionals trust with the generous dimensions needed for the most demanding handling tasks in warehousing, construction, agriculture, manufacturing, and grounds maintenance.

This guide explains everything you need to know about the Stubbs 1800 x 750mm turntable truck: its specifications, construction, the engineering choices that set it apart from competitors, the industries it serves, and why the larger platform makes such a significant difference to operational efficiency. Whether you are equipping a building material yard, outfitting a large-scale agricultural operation, or upgrading the handling fleet at a manufacturing facility, this is the comprehensive resource you need to make an informed purchasing decision.

Why the 1800 x 750mm Platform Makes a Difference

Platform size matters. It is one of the most important specifications on any turntable truck, yet it is frequently overlooked by buyers who focus exclusively on load capacity. The reality is that a truck's practical usefulness is determined as much by the area available for loading as by the weight it can carry. A truck with a high weight capacity but a small platform will still require multiple trips to move the same volume of goods that could be transported in a single journey on a larger deck.

The 1800 x 750mm platform on this Stubbs model provides 1.35 square metres of usable loading surface — approximately 20 per cent more area than the standard 1500 x 700mm (1.05 square metres) platform found on the majority of turntable trucks available in the UK market. That additional area translates directly into operational efficiency: fewer trips per task, less time spent loading and unloading, reduced operator fatigue, and higher throughput throughout the working day.

To put these dimensions in practical context, an 1800mm-long platform comfortably accommodates standard UK pallets (1200 x 1000mm) with room to spare, full-length timber boards and sheet materials, multiple stacked boxes or sacks in a single load, large machinery components, bulky landscaping materials, and long agricultural items such as fence posts, gates, and rails. The 750mm width provides enough breadth to carry wide loads securely without overhang, while remaining narrow enough to navigate through standard single doorways (typically 838mm or wider) and between racking systems in warehousing environments.

For operations that regularly handle long, bulky, or high-volume loads, the difference between a 1500mm and an 1800mm platform is not marginal — it is transformative. It is the difference between needing two trips and needing one. Over the course of a working day, a working week, a working year, those saved trips compound into substantial gains in productivity and substantial reductions in operator fatigue and manual handling risk.

Construction and Engineering: What Sets This Truck Apart

The Stubbs 1800 x 750mm turntable truck shares the same core engineering principles and construction methods that define every product manufactured at the Hawksworth works. Understanding these details reveals why professionals consistently choose Stubbs over cheaper alternatives — and why the investment delivers superior returns over the full service life of the equipment.

Angle Steel Frame

The frame is constructed from angle steel — steel formed into an L-shaped cross-section that provides exceptional rigidity and resistance to bending, twisting, and fatigue loading. This is a fundamentally different structural approach from the thin-walled tubular steel or pressed channel sections used by budget manufacturers, and the performance difference under sustained heavy loading is significant.

Angle steel's L-shaped profile provides resistance to deflection in two planes simultaneously, which is critical for a turntable truck that must support heavy loads distributed across a wide platform while also withstanding the lateral forces generated during steering manoeuvres and the dynamic loads that occur when the truck traverses uneven ground. The longer 1800mm platform amplifies these structural demands — the frame must resist greater bending moments across its length, and the turntable mounting point must handle correspondingly higher forces during steering. Stubbs engineers this model's frame to meet these demands without compromise.

Every frame joint is fully welded by skilled fabricators at the Hawksworth factory, creating a single unified structure rather than a collection of bolted components that can work loose over time. This is particularly important on the larger platform models, where the greater span between supports means any joint weakness would be magnified into visible flexing under load.

Selected Timber Deck

The platform deck is constructed from carefully selected timber, finished in the distinctive light green colour that complements the dark green frame. Timber is the ideal deck material for general-purpose turntable trucks for several important practical reasons: it provides a naturally non-slip surface, it absorbs impacts and vibrations during transit, it accommodates loads of varying shapes without catching or snagging, and it can be repaired or replaced section by section if individual boards become damaged — extending the overall life of the truck by decades.

On the 1800 x 750mm model, the timber deck sits within the angle steel frame and is supported across its full area to prevent flexing and sagging under heavy loads. This full-span support is a critical engineering detail that budget manufacturers frequently compromise on, resulting in platforms that bow visibly under load and eventually crack or split. The Stubbs deck is designed to remain flat and rigid under the full rated capacity of the truck, year after year, load after load.

Dark Green Baked Enamel Finish

Every Stubbs turntable truck leaves the Hawksworth factory in the company's signature dark green baked enamel coating. This is far more than a cosmetic choice. Baked enamel provides a dense, hard, chemically resistant barrier against corrosion, impact damage, moisture, cleaning agents, animal waste, fertilisers, and the general rough handling that industrial equipment endures in daily use.

The difference between baked enamel and the basic powder-coated finishes found on budget trucks becomes apparent within months of use in demanding environments. Powder coatings chip and flake relatively easily, exposing bare steel to corrosion that progressively weakens the frame. The Stubbs enamel finish maintains its protective integrity far longer, and even when localised damage does occur, the dense enamel layer resists the spread of corrosion far more effectively than a compromised powder coat.

Turntable Steering Mechanism

The turntable mechanism — the rotating assembly that connects the front axle to the main platform and enables the truck's characteristic steering agility — is engineered to handle the increased loads and leverage forces associated with the larger 1800mm platform. On the heavy-duty models, Stubbs uses ball bearing turntable rings that distribute the load evenly while allowing smooth, controlled rotation under even the heaviest loads.

The quality of the turntable mechanism directly affects the operator's experience. A well-engineered turntable allows precise, effortless steering with minimal physical effort, even when the truck is heavily loaded. A cheap turntable — with poorly specified bearings, inadequate load distribution, or excessive play — makes the truck difficult to steer, unpredictable in its response, and physically demanding to operate. Over hours of daily use, this difference has a profound impact on operator fatigue and productivity.

Solid Steel Axles

Every wheel on the Stubbs 1800 x 750mm turntable truck is mounted on a solid steel axle — not a lightweight tubular axle or a thin-gauge pressed fitting. Solid axles eliminate the deflection and bending that can occur with lighter alternatives when the truck is carrying heavy loads, particularly over uneven ground where dynamic forces can be significantly higher than the static load rating suggests.

The axle diameter and bearing specification are matched to the capacity rating of each model, ensuring that the rolling components remain in correct alignment throughout the full service life of the truck. Misaligned axles — a common problem on budget turntable trucks after just a few months of heavy use — cause uneven tyre wear, increased rolling resistance, and progressively worse steering response, all of which reduce productivity and increase operator effort.

U-Shaped Folding Handle

The truck is fitted with a U-shaped handle that provides comfortable, ergonomic operation for both pushing and pulling. The U-shape allows the operator to grip at any point along the handle's width, accommodating different body positions and handling techniques. For pulling, the handle provides a natural hooking point. For pushing, it distributes force evenly across both hands, reducing strain on wrists and shoulders.

The handle folds flat against the front of the truck when not in use — a practical feature that reduces the truck's storage footprint, prevents the handle from catching on racking and doorframes during loading operations, and allows the truck to be positioned flush against walls or in compact storage areas. On the 1800mm platform model, the handle length is proportioned to the wider frame, providing adequate leverage for steering and manoeuvrability even when the truck is fully loaded.

Wheel Options: Pneumatic and Cushion

The 1800 x 750mm turntable truck is available with a choice of 400mm diameter wheels to match your operating environment.

Pneumatic (air-filled) tyres provide excellent shock absorption, cushioning the load and the truck structure from the jolts and vibrations caused by rough, uneven, or outdoor surfaces. They deliver superior traction on loose, soft, or wet ground and navigate kerbs, thresholds, and small obstacles more easily than solid alternatives. Pneumatic wheels are the recommended choice for construction sites, agricultural yards, equestrian environments, landscaping operations, school and council grounds, and any setting where the truck must traverse surfaces that are not perfectly smooth and level.

Solid cushion rubber tyres offer completely maintenance-free operation. There is no possibility of a puncture, no need to check tyre pressures, and no risk of a flat tyre bringing operations to a halt. They provide smooth, predictable performance on the hard, level surfaces found in warehouses, factories, distribution centres, and indoor commercial environments. For operations where the truck will be used primarily on smooth floors, cushion wheels represent the more practical choice, eliminating all routine wheel maintenance.

Both wheel types are mounted on solid steel axles that provide robust support and eliminate the axle deflection that can occur with lighter-gauge alternatives under heavy loads. The 400mm diameter provides excellent ground clearance and reduces rolling resistance, making the truck easier to manoeuvre across all surface types.

Flatbed Versus Sided Configurations

The Stubbs 1800 x 750mm turntable truck is available in both flatbed and sided configurations, each offering distinct advantages depending on your primary handling requirements.

Flatbed Configuration

The flatbed variant provides a completely open, flat loading surface with no obstructions on any side. This offers maximum versatility for loading — items can be placed onto the platform from any direction, which is particularly valuable in crowded loading bays, tight storage areas, and situations where the truck must be loaded from a specific side due to space constraints.

The flat deck accommodates loads of virtually any shape and size up to the platform dimensions. Large boxes, machinery components, building materials, furniture, rolls of material, and bulky or irregularly shaped items can all be placed directly onto the platform and transported with confidence. For operations that primarily handle large, heavy individual items or that need the ability to load from multiple directions, the flatbed is the natural choice.

Sided Configuration

The sided variant adds fixed timber ends and removable timber sides to the platform, creating a contained loading area that prevents items from sliding, shifting, or falling off the deck during transit. This is particularly important when transporting multiple smaller items, loose goods, sacked materials, or any load that might shift during manoeuvres or movement over uneven ground.

The removable sides on Stubbs turntable trucks are designed for quick, tool-free fitting and removal, allowing the truck to be converted between sided and flatbed configurations in seconds. This dual-purpose capability makes the sided version exceptionally versatile — use the sides when carrying multiple boxes, sacks, or loose items, and remove them when handling large, bulky loads that need to be loaded from the side.

The timber ends are fixed as standard, providing a permanent backstop at each end of the platform. On request, Stubbs can also manufacture the ends as removable, providing complete flexibility for through-loading applications.

Who Needs an 1800 x 750mm Turntable Truck?

The oversized platform on this model makes it the ideal choice for specific operational demands that standard-sized turntable trucks cannot efficiently serve.

Building Material Suppliers and Construction

Builders' merchants, timber yards, and construction material suppliers handle items that are frequently too long for standard 1500mm platforms. Lengths of timber, plasterboard sheets, door frames, window assemblies, pipework, scaffolding components, and steel sections all benefit from the additional 300mm of platform length. On construction sites, the pneumatic-wheeled variant navigates rough ground, muddy surfaces, and debris-strewn routes with the traction and shock absorption that demanding site conditions require.

The ability to carry full-length materials in a single load — rather than having to handle overhang on a shorter truck or make multiple trips with cut-down loads — reduces handling time, minimises damage to materials caused by overhang and imbalanced loading, and improves overall site logistics.

Large-Scale Agriculture and Equestrian Operations

Agricultural and equestrian operations generate some of the most demanding handling requirements: heavy, bulky loads; rough, uneven yard surfaces; exposure to weather, moisture, and corrosive substances; and the sustained daily use that wears out lesser equipment within months. The 1800 x 750mm platform carries more bales, more sacks, more fencing materials, and more equipment per trip than smaller alternatives, directly improving the efficiency of daily yard operations.

The Stubbs name carries particular authority in the agricultural and equestrian sectors, where the company's products have been trusted since the mid-nineteenth century. The dark green enamel finish, the robust angle steel construction, and the quality pneumatic wheels are all designed to withstand the conditions that agricultural environments present — year after year, season after season.

Warehousing and Distribution Centres

Large warehouses and distribution centres move high volumes of goods daily, and every trip that can be eliminated represents a saving in time, labour, and operational cost. The 1800 x 750mm platform allows more goods to be transported per journey, reducing the number of trips required to complete picking, replenishment, and dispatch operations. The cushion-wheeled variant provides the maintenance-free, smooth-rolling performance that warehousing operations demand on hard, level floors.

For operations handling long or bulky items — furniture, appliances, rolled materials, carpet, tubing, or packaged goods on long pallets — the additional platform length is essential rather than merely convenient. Standard turntable trucks force these items to overhang the deck or require them to be tilted at an angle, both of which compromise stability, increase the risk of damage, and make the truck more difficult to manoeuvre safely.

Manufacturing and Engineering Workshops

Manufacturing environments handle raw materials, work-in-progress components, finished goods, and tooling that frequently exceed the dimensions that standard turntable trucks can comfortably accommodate. Steel bar, aluminium extrusions, long fabricated assemblies, large castings, and bulky machine components all require a platform with generous length and width. The 1800 x 750mm Stubbs turntable truck provides the loading area these items demand, combined with the structural strength needed to support the substantial weights involved.

Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping

Local authorities, schools, universities, hospitals, and estates management operations all require efficient movement of maintenance materials, landscaping supplies, and grounds equipment across extensive outdoor areas. The 1800mm platform carries more materials per trip — compost, mulch, plants, paving, fencing, tools, and equipment — reducing the number of journeys across campus or site and freeing maintenance staff to spend more time on productive work rather than material transport.

Events, Exhibitions, and Hospitality

Events management, exhibition setup, and large-scale hospitality operations involve moving high volumes of equipment, furniture, signage, catering supplies, and display materials within tight time windows. The oversized platform accommodates more items per load, allowing setup and breakdown operations to proceed more efficiently. Exhibition stands, staging components, and audiovisual equipment often include long or awkwardly shaped elements that benefit significantly from the 1800mm deck length.

Education, Healthcare, and Public Sector

Schools, colleges, universities, hospitals, care homes, and local authority facilities have diverse and continuous handling needs. Deliveries to stores, supplies to departments, furniture for events, maintenance materials, laundry, waste, and grounds equipment all need to move efficiently. The 1800 x 750mm platform is particularly valued in these environments for its ability to handle large deliveries in fewer trips — reducing disruption in corridors, reception areas, and clinical spaces where extended material handling activity is undesirable.

The Stubbs heritage and British manufacturing quality also carry weight in public sector procurement, where ISO 9001:2015-accredited suppliers like Hall-Fast provide the documented quality assurance that institutional buyers require. The long service life of Stubbs equipment aligns with the public sector's emphasis on whole-life value rather than lowest initial price.

Timber and Joinery Workshops

Timber merchants, joinery workshops, and bespoke furniture manufacturers handle materials that are frequently 1800mm or longer as standard. Lengths of hardwood, softwood planks, sheet materials (plywood, MDF, chipboard at standard 2440 x 1220mm), door blanks, window frames, and assembled furniture components all benefit from the extended deck. The naturally non-slip timber platform surface provides excellent grip for polished or finished timber products, reducing the risk of load movement and surface damage during transit.

The Stubbs Manufacturing Heritage

The turntable truck on this page is not simply a product — it is the continuation of a manufacturing tradition that stretches back to 1836, when Thomas Wade established his workshop in Hawksworth, Nottinghamshire. The company takes its name from Sarah Stubbs, Thomas Wade's partner, and has been trading as WB Stubbs (Hawksworth) Ltd through successive generations of the family and workforce.

The 1886 Stubbs catalogue — a remarkable 100-page document — claimed that the company manufactured a larger variety of trucks, hand carts, trolleys, sack trucks, and dock trucks than any other firm in the United Kingdom. That claim was true then, and the breadth and quality of the Stubbs range continues to set the standard for British-made handling equipment nearly 140 years later.

The company's resilience was tested on 15th May 1969, when fire badly damaged the Hawksworth premises. Forty firefighters battled the blaze. Every employee returned the following weekend — refusing payment — to create temporary workspace, and production restarted on the Monday morning. That spirit of determination defines the company culture to this day, where average staff service exceeds 20 years and several team members have served for more than four decades.

Every Stubbs turntable truck is manufactured at Progress Works in Hawksworth using in-house capabilities that span welding and fabrication, sheet metal work, plastic coating, and joinery. This vertical integration gives Stubbs complete control over quality at every stage of production. When you purchase a Stubbs 1800 x 750mm turntable truck, you are buying a product that has been entirely conceived, designed, and built in the heart of England — not assembled from imported components of uncertain provenance.

Stubbs Turntable Trucks and UK Workplace Safety Law

Providing quality handling equipment is not optional for UK employers — it is a legal duty. The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR) require employers to avoid hazardous manual handling where reasonably practicable, assess the risks of unavoidable manual handling tasks, and reduce the risk of injury to the lowest level reasonably practicable.

HSE statistics consistently identify musculoskeletal disorders as one of the most prevalent categories of work-related ill health in the United Kingdom, with back injuries being the most common. The financial impact on businesses includes lost working days, recruitment and training costs for temporary cover, compensation claims, and the risk of prosecution for regulatory non-compliance.

Providing a Stubbs turntable truck — particularly a large-platform model that allows substantial loads to be moved mechanically rather than manually — is one of the most effective control measures available. The 1800 x 750mm platform enables a single operator to move large, heavy loads without manual lifting. The ergonomic U-shaped handle, smooth turntable steering, and quality 400mm wheel assemblies minimise the physical forces required during operation. Together, these features directly reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injury and demonstrate the proactive approach to risk management that the Health and Safety Executive expects from responsible employers.

For organisations in sectors where regulatory compliance and duty of care are closely scrutinised — education, healthcare, local government, and public-facing environments — investing in professionally specified, British-manufactured handling equipment provides documented evidence of genuine commitment to employee safety and welfare.

1800 x 750mm Versus 1500 x 700mm: Choosing the Right Size

If you are deciding between the standard 1500 x 700mm platform and the larger 1800 x 750mm model, the decision depends on your typical load dimensions, the volume of goods you transport per trip, and the physical constraints of your operating environment.

Choose the 1800 x 750mm platform if you regularly handle items longer than 1500mm (timber, sheet materials, pipework, long boxes, fencing), you frequently transport high-volume loads that would require multiple trips on a smaller platform, your typical loads are bulky or irregularly shaped and benefit from a larger loading area, or your operating environment has the space to accommodate the larger truck footprint.

The standard 1500 x 700mm platform may be the better choice if your loads are consistently within the dimensions of the smaller platform, your operating environment includes very narrow corridors, doorways, or aisles that would restrict the larger model, or you need maximum manoeuvrability in tight spaces where the shorter platform provides an advantage.

In practice, many operations benefit from having both sizes available — using the 1800 x 750mm truck for large loads and long items, and the 1500 x 700mm model for standard loads in more confined areas. This dual-fleet approach maximises efficiency across the full range of handling tasks your operation encounters.

Why Professionals Choose Stubbs Over Imported Alternatives

The UK turntable truck market includes numerous imported products at prices that appear attractively low. Professionals who have experience with both imported and British-made equipment consistently choose Stubbs, and the reasons are grounded in measurable performance differences.

The angle steel frame construction used by Stubbs is stronger and more durable than the thin-walled tubular steel or pressed channel sections used by most imported manufacturers. The fully welded joints, solid steel axles, and properly specified bearings all contribute to a truck that performs reliably under loads and conditions that would expose the structural limitations of a cheaper alternative within months.

Every Stubbs turntable truck undergoes quality control by the same team that built it, in the same factory where it was manufactured. Any defect identified during inspection can be traced back to the specific production step and corrected immediately. This closed-loop quality system is simply not available with imported products, where the UK retailer typically has no visibility of the manufacturing process and no ability to influence quality standards.

The Stubbs warranty of quality is backed by a company that has been in continuous operation for nearly 190 years. Spare parts, technical knowledge, and product support will be available for years to come — a commitment that cannot always be made for imported products from manufacturers that may change their range, rebrand, or cease operations at any time. When you invest in a Stubbs turntable truck, you invest in a relationship with a manufacturer that will support its products for the long term.

The baked enamel finish, the selected timber deck, the ball bearing turntable mechanism, and the quality 400mm wheels all contribute to a truck that looks, feels, and performs like professional equipment from the first day of service to the last. Operators notice the difference immediately — the smooth steering, the solid feel under load, the easy rolling, the comfortable handle — and that positive user experience translates directly into higher productivity and lower fatigue across every shift.

How Turntable Steering Works — and Why It Matters More on Larger Trucks

The turntable mechanism is the engineering feature that distinguishes a turntable truck from a simple fixed-axle platform trolley, and its importance increases significantly on larger platform models like the 1800 x 750mm.

A turntable truck's front axle is mounted on a rotating plate — the turntable — that allows the front wheels to pivot independently of the rear wheels and the platform. This creates a steerable front axle that the operator controls via the handle, enabling the truck to be guided around corners, through doorways, between racking systems, and along narrow routes with a turning circle that would be physically impossible for a rigid-axle platform of the same size.

On a larger platform, turntable steering becomes even more critical. A rigid 1800mm platform would require an impractically wide turning area to navigate corners and would be essentially impossible to manoeuvre in the confined spaces typical of warehouses, loading bays, and indoor corridors. The turntable mechanism compensates for the longer platform by allowing tight directional changes without requiring the entire truck to swing through a wide arc. The front wheels pivot to follow the operator's steering input while the rear wheels track naturally behind, keeping the platform stable and the load secure even during sharp turns.

The Stubbs 1800 x 750mm model uses a ball bearing turntable ring that distributes the load evenly across the bearing assembly while allowing smooth, controlled rotation. This is essential for the heavier loads that a larger platform is designed to carry — the increased weight on the turntable would make a simple friction plate mechanism too stiff for comfortable steering, particularly when the truck is fully loaded. The ball bearing system ensures consistent, low-effort steering regardless of the load weight, reducing operator fatigue and maintaining precise directional control throughout the working day.

Maintenance and Longevity

One of the most compelling reasons to invest in a Stubbs turntable truck is the extraordinary service life these machines deliver. With straightforward routine maintenance, a Stubbs turntable truck will provide reliable daily service for fifteen to twenty years — and many examples in the field have been working for considerably longer.

Routine maintenance is simple and requires no specialist tools or skills. For pneumatic-tyred models, check tyre pressures weekly and inspect for cuts, embedded objects, or signs of slow punctures. Under-inflated tyres increase rolling resistance — making the truck harder to push and pull — cause uneven tyre wear, and can reduce the effective load capacity. Inflate to the manufacturer's recommended pressure using a standard tyre pump or compressor. For cushion-wheeled models, inspect the tyres periodically for flat spots, cracking, or excessive wear. Cushion tyres are maintenance-free in terms of pressure, but they do wear over time and should be replaced when tread depth is no longer sufficient.

On all models, check wheel bearings by spinning each wheel and listening for any grinding, clicking, or roughness. Bearings should rotate smoothly and quietly. Any roughness or play indicates bearing deterioration and warrants prompt replacement before the bearing fails completely and potentially damages the axle or wheel hub. A small amount of grease applied to the turntable bearing surfaces will maintain smooth steering operation and extend the life of the steering components.

Inspect the angle steel frame periodically for any signs of cracking, bending, or weld deterioration. Pay particular attention to the turntable mounting point, the handle attachment, and the axle mountings — these are the areas of highest stress during operation. While Stubbs frames are engineered to withstand decades of heavy use, any handling equipment can be damaged by sustained overloading or severe impact, and early detection allows for repair before a minor issue becomes a safety concern.

Keep the timber deck clean and free from substances that could promote decay — standing water, chemicals, and organic materials should be cleaned away after use. If individual deck boards become damaged, they can be replaced without affecting the rest of the truck — a significant advantage over welded mesh or pressed steel platforms that must be replaced as a complete unit. Touch up any chips or scratches in the enamel finish with appropriate paint to prevent corrosion from establishing at the exposed point.

Replacement wheels, tyres, bearings, and deck boards are all available, allowing wear components to be renewed as needed without replacing the truck itself. This repairability is fundamental to the Stubbs value proposition — a damaged wheel or worn deck board is a minor maintenance task, not a reason to scrap the entire truck.

Total Cost of Ownership

The purchase price of a Stubbs 1800 x 750mm turntable truck is higher than that of the cheapest imported alternatives. This is the inevitable consequence of genuine British manufacturing using premium materials, skilled labour, and rigorous quality control. The relevant comparison, however, is not the purchase price — it is the total cost over the full service life of the equipment.

A budget turntable truck with a large platform might cost half the price of a Stubbs. But these trucks typically feature thinner steel frames, inferior welds, lower-grade timber or MDF platforms, cheap bearings, and basic paint finishes. Under heavy daily use, they develop frame fatigue, cracked welds, split platforms, seized bearings, and corrosion within two to four years. At that point, the truck must be replaced — and the replacement cost, plus the operational disruption and disposal costs, begin to erode any initial saving.

A Stubbs turntable truck, properly maintained, will provide fifteen to twenty years of service. The annualised cost — purchase price divided by years of useful life — consistently works out lower than the cost of repeatedly purchasing and replacing budget alternatives. And this calculation does not include the avoided maintenance costs, the superior safety performance, the reduced operational disruption, and the improved operator comfort and productivity that a reliable, well-engineered truck delivers every working day.

There is also an environmental dimension to this calculation that is increasingly important for organisations committed to sustainable procurement. A single Stubbs turntable truck that serves for twenty years represents one manufacturing cycle, one delivery, and one end-of-life disposal event. Replacing budget trucks every three years over the same period means seven manufacturing cycles, seven deliveries, and seven disposal events — each with its associated carbon footprint, raw material consumption, and waste generation. Choosing equipment that is built to last is one of the most effective sustainability decisions a procurement team can make, and the Stubbs approach of building for decades rather than years aligns directly with circular economy principles and waste reduction targets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this turntable truck manufactured?

The Stubbs 1800 x 750mm turntable truck is manufactured at Progress Works in Hawksworth, Nottinghamshire, England. WB Stubbs (Hawksworth) Ltd has been manufacturing at this location since 1836. The entire product — frame, deck, finish, and assembly — is produced in the UK.

What load capacity does the 1800 x 750mm platform truck support?

The Stubbs 1800 x 750mm turntable truck is available in multiple capacity ratings. Contact Hall-Fast on 01623 645645 to discuss the specific capacity options available for this platform size and to ensure you select the right specification for your handling requirements.

What is the difference between pneumatic and cushion wheels?

Pneumatic tyres are air-filled and provide excellent shock absorption for rough, uneven, or outdoor surfaces. Cushion tyres are solid rubber, completely maintenance-free, and ideal for smooth indoor floors. Choose pneumatic for outdoor, mixed-surface, or rough terrain use. Choose cushion for primarily indoor warehouse or factory environments.

Is this truck available with sides?

Yes. The 1800 x 750mm turntable truck is available as a flatbed (no sides) or with removable timber sides and fixed timber ends. The sides are designed for quick, tool-free fitting and removal, allowing the truck to switch between configurations depending on the load.

How long will a Stubbs turntable truck last?

With routine maintenance, fifteen to twenty years of reliable daily service is a reasonable expectation. Many Stubbs turntable trucks in the field have been working for considerably longer. Replacement parts including wheels, tyres, bearings, and deck boards are available to extend service life further.

Will the 1800 x 750mm truck fit through standard doorways?

The 750mm platform width will pass through standard UK single doors (typically 838mm or wider) with clearance. The overall width including the frame will be slightly wider than the platform. We recommend measuring your narrowest access points before ordering and discussing clearance requirements with the Hall-Fast team.

Is this truck made to order?

Yes. Stubbs turntable trucks are manufactured to order at the Hawksworth factory, ensuring each truck is freshly built to the highest quality standards. This also means specification options — including wheel type, side configuration, and capacity — can be incorporated during manufacture.

Can I use this turntable truck on rough outdoor surfaces?

Absolutely. With pneumatic wheels, the 1800 x 750mm turntable truck is specifically designed for outdoor and rough terrain use. The 400mm pneumatic tyres provide excellent shock absorption and traction on uneven ground, cobbled surfaces, gravel, compacted earth, and all the challenging conditions found on construction sites, agricultural yards, and grounds maintenance operations.

What maintenance does the truck require?

Routine maintenance includes checking tyre pressure on pneumatic models, inspecting wheels and bearings for wear, checking the frame for damage, maintaining the timber deck, preserving the enamel finish, and periodically tightening fasteners. These are simple tasks requiring no specialist tools.

Why choose the 1800 x 750mm platform over the standard 1500 x 700mm?

The larger platform provides approximately 20 per cent more loading area, accommodating longer items (timber, sheet materials, pipework), higher-volume loads, and bulky or irregularly shaped goods that would overhang or not fit on a standard platform. This reduces the number of trips needed per task, improving productivity and reducing operator fatigue.

How does this compare with imported turntable trucks?

Stubbs turntable trucks are manufactured entirely in the UK using angle steel frames, quality bearings, selected timber decks, and baked enamel finishes. Imported alternatives typically use thinner tubular steel, inferior bearings, basic MDF or plywood decks, and powder-coated finishes. The Stubbs truck costs more initially but delivers far longer service life, lower maintenance costs, and superior day-to-day performance.

Can I get a quotation for multiple trucks?

Yes. Contact Hall-Fast on 01623 645645 or email sales@hall-fast.com to discuss quantity requirements, specification options, and pricing for multiple units.

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