Description
Overview:
The Trailer Ramp Gas Strut with Shroud 1200N (MPN 763 776) is a heavy-duty gas spring used to assist lifting and controlling the descent of trailer ramps and internal deck systems. It features ball-jointed ends with M8 x 20 mm studs for secure mounting and smooth articulation. An integral protective shroud (172 x 26 mm / 6.77 x 1.02 in) helps shield the rod from debris and damage in service. This unit is commonly specified on Ifor Williams livestock trailers with the Easyload deck system and is a direct replacement for their P1188 reference. The strut is sourced from Stabilus and supplied via Maypole, providing consistent performance for fleet and hire environments. Check the force rating, stroke and fixing style against the existing installation before replacement.
Key Features:
- Extension force: 1200 N (approx. 270 lbf)
- Compression force: 1950 N (approx. 439 lbf)
- Stroke: 135 mm (5.31 in)
- Fixing type: ball joints with M8 x 20 mm studs (M8 ≈ 0.31 in thread; 20 mm ≈ 0.79 in length)
- Integral protective shroud: 172 x 26 mm (6.77 x 1.02 in)
- From Stabilus for consistent, repeatable operation
- Dimensional references (mm/in): A = 32 (1.26), B = 22 (0.87), C = 10 (0.39), D = 216 (8.50), E = 385 (15.16)
- Suited to ramp and deck assist duties on commercial and agricultural trailers
Typical Applications:
Used on rear ramps and internal Easyload deck systems of livestock and general-purpose trailers where controlled lift and lowering are required. Typical fitment includes Ifor Williams livestock trailers with the Easyload deck; equivalent to their reference P1188. Suitable as a like-for-like replacement where a 1200 N strut with ball-jointed M8 x 20 mm fixings and a protective shroud is specified. Always verify stroke and mounting dimensions against the original part before installation.
Also known as:
Ramp gas strut; Ramp gas spring; Trailer ramp assist strut; Ifor Williams P1188 gas strut; Maypole part number MP1981B
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 763 776 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Key Features | - 1200N extension force for effective ramp assistance - M8 x 20 mm ball joints for secure mounting - Integral shroud protects rod from debris - 135 mm stroke for controlled movement - Direct replacement for Ifor Williams P1188 strut |
