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Black Single Caravan Step
A good step makes getting in and out of the van easy, and this one does the job without any fuss. The Black Single Caravan Step gives you one solid, wide tread to stand on at the door, and it folds up flat underneath the van when it's time to hit the road. There's no motor and no wiring to worry about. You pull it out by hand, and a spring holds it firmly in whichever position you've set it.
The black powder-coated finish suits a darker van or a checkerplate front, and it hides road grime a lot better than a bright silver step. If you'd prefer the same step in a lighter finish, we also stock it as a silver single caravan step.
One firm step, folds away for travel
The tread is a full 540mm wide, so you've got plenty of room to plant a boot, and the ribbed, non-slip surface holds grip in the wet. When you're set up, the step sits about 149mm below the frame, which is a comfortable single stride up to most doorways. When you pack up, it folds back to 373mm deep and 161mm high, tucked in flat against the chassis so it doesn't rattle or drag on the driveway.
Manual and simple
There's nothing to break down here. The spring-assisted mechanism does the work of holding the step out when you're using it and keeping it up when you're towing. No switches, no fuses, no draw on your battery. For a lot of caravanners that simplicity is exactly what they want.
Built to take the weight
The frame is powder-coated steel with an aluminium tread, and it's rated to a 200kg static load. That covers adults plus whatever you're carrying through the door. It bolts up to a flat section of chassis under the doorway using the supplied bolts, and the mounting holes are slotted for 12mm bolts so you've got a bit of adjustment to line things up.
Single step or double?
A single step is the right pick when the gap between the ground and your doorway is on the smaller side, or when you're mounting fairly low to the ground. If your van sits high, or the climb to the door feels like a big stretch, a two-tier step splits that height into two easier stages. In that case have a look at our double pull-out caravan step instead. Measure the drop from the ground to your doorway before you decide, and check you've got a clear, flat spot on the chassis to bolt to.
What you get
- Black single pull-out step with a 540mm wide ribbed aluminium tread
- Manual, spring-assisted folding action, no wiring or motor
- 200kg static load rating
- Powder-coated steel frame for life on gravel and salt air
- Mounting bolts included, slotted holes for 12mm bolts
- 1-year RV Essentials warranty
Before you order
This step suits a lot of Australian caravans, camper trailers and motorhomes, but it isn't a universal fit. Check you've got roughly 540mm of width and a flat area under the door to bolt to, and make sure the open depth of 550mm gives you room to swing it out. If you're unsure whether it will clear, measure the space first. A good grab handle beside the door pairs well with it for a steadier climb.
| Product Type | Manual Single Caravan Step |
| Operation | Manual, spring-assisted |
| Number of Steps | Single |
| Colour | Black |
| Frame | Powder-coated steel with aluminium tread |
| Maximum Static Load | 200kg |
| Tread Surface | Ribbed, non-slip |
| Tread Width | 540mm |
| Open Projection | 550mm overall (316mm tread extension) |
| Open Height | 189mm (149mm drop to tread) |
| Folded Depth | 373mm |
| Folded Height | 161mm |
| Mounting Hole Size | Slotted for 12mm bolts |
| Approx. Weight | 4.5kg |
| Mounting Bolts Included | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this step fit my caravan?
It suits a lot of caravans, camper trailers and motorhomes, but it isn't a universal fit. You need roughly 540mm of width and a flat section of chassis under the door to bolt to, plus enough room for the step to swing out to its open depth of 550mm. Measure the space before you order.
How much weight can it hold?
It's rated to a 200kg static load, which covers adults plus anything you're carrying through the door.
Is it manual or electric?
It's manual. You pull it out and fold it up by hand, and a spring holds it in place. There's no motor.
Does it need any wiring?
No. There's no motor, no switch and no draw on your battery, so nothing needs to be wired in.
Does it fold away for travel?
Yes. It folds up flat against the chassis and the spring holds it there so it won't drop down or rattle while you're towing.
What are the folded dimensions?
Folded, it sits about 373mm deep and 161mm high, tucked in under the doorway.
What are the open dimensions?
Open, the tread is 540mm wide and the step reaches about 550mm out overall, sitting roughly 149mm below the frame for a comfortable single step up.
Are the mounting bolts included?
Yes, the bolts to fix it to the chassis come with the step.
What size bolts does it use?
The mounting holes are slotted for 12mm bolts. The slots give you a little room to line things up during fitting.
Is the tread non-slip?
Yes. The aluminium tread has a ribbed, non-slip surface that holds grip in wet weather.
Should I get a single step or a double?
Go with the single when the drop from the ground to your doorway is fairly small or the step mounts low. If your van sits high and the climb is a big stretch, a two-tier step is easier on the knees. Have a look at the double pull-out caravan step for taller doorways.
Do you have it in another colour?
Yes. The same step is available as a silver single caravan step if you'd prefer a lighter finish.
What's the warranty?
It comes with a 1-year RV Essentials warranty.
Does it need much maintenance?
Not really. Give the moving joints an occasional spray of light lubricant, keep grit off the pivots, and check the mounting bolts are still tight now and then, especially after a stretch of corrugated roads.
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