1m x 3mm Red Clevis Pin Breakaway Cable

Ensure towing safety and UK legal compliance with our 1m x 3mm red breakaway cable featuring a clevis pin fitting. Designed for braked trailers up to 3,500kg, this cable acts as a vital safety link. Specifically, it automatically engages the trailer’s brakes if accidental detachment occurs. As a result, it protects you, your load, and other road users.

Furthermore, this is a suitable aftermarket replacement for Ifor Williams part P00899. Therefore, it is the ideal choice for owners needing a reliable, cost‑effective spare.

✅ Key Features

• Length & Size: 1 metre x 3mm diameter

• Fitting Type: Clevis pin for secure coupling attachment

• Colour: Bright red for easy visibility and inspection

• Durability: Steel wire with protective coating for long service life

• Compatibility: Suitable for AL‑KO, Bradley, Knott, Indespension, and other popular trailer couplings

• Compliance: Meets DVSA towing regulations for braked trailers up to 3,500kg

UK Towing Law Requirements

UK law requires a safety device on all braked trailers built after 1st October 1982. Specifically, this rule exists to provide protection if the main coupling separates while in motion.

Consequently, a “breakaway cable” fulfills this legal requirement. Furthermore, when fitted to a trailer, you must use it mandatorily. As a result, if the trailer unhitches while travelling, the cable pulls and applies the handbrake.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this breakaway cable DVSA compliant? Yes, it meets UK towing safety standards for braked trailers up to 3,500kg.

Q: Is this suitable for Ifor Williams trailers? Yes, it is a direct aftermarket replacement for Ifor Williams part P00899.

Q: Which other couplings will this fit? Compatible with AL‑KO, Bradley, Knott, and Indespension couplings.

Q: How do I fit a clevis pin breakaway cable? First, remove your old cable by taking out the pin at the bottom of the trailer’s handbrake lever. Insert the clevis pin of your new cable through the designated hole on the handbrake assembly, and secure it firmly with the provided split pin or R-clip. When towing, always attach the hooked end to a dedicated breakaway cable attachment point on your vehicle’s towbar, rather than just looping it over the towball.

Q: When should I replace my trailer breakaway cable? You should replace your breakaway cable immediately if the protective red coating is cracked, if the inner steel wire is frayed or showing signs of rust, or if it has been dragged along the ground. You should also replace it if the carabiner clip or clevis pin becomes bent or damaged, as a compromised cable may fail to engage the brakes in an emergency.

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