Kenworth T680, T880 now available with Dana steer axles
Kenworth’s T680 and T880 models are now available with Dana Spicer D-Series lightweight steer axles for use with air disc brakes. The Spicer D-Series steer axles features an integrated air disc brake knuckle that allows fleets to specify air disc brakes without a net increase in weight over most S-cam drum brake axle systems, according
Dana unveils new driveshaft, adds new axle ratio
Dana Inc. announced the production launch of its new SPL 350 Lite driveshaft optimized for on-highway and heavy-haul vehicles with engine downspeeding configurations. Now available at select original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), the SPL 350 Lite driveshaft is up to 35 lbs. lighter than existing products. It offers improved performance, enhanced vehicle dynamics and easier maintenance while delivering the
Matching axles, ratios and loads to increase fuel efficiency
A major initiative in the trucking industry continues to be the concept of downspeeding, or maximizing available engine torque while minimizing engine RPMs and fuel requirements. “By focusing on maximizing downspeeding, the fleet owner has the best chance of improving fuel efficiency,” explains Tom Lehman, product manager for Detroit Components. “Along with Detroit DD15 or
Meritor MFS+ front steer axle is now standard on Kenworth Class 8 trucks
Kenworth Class 8 trucks are now standard with the Meritor MFS+ front steer axle series for linehaul applications. The new axle is available in standard and wide track configurations, with a gross axle weight rating (GAWR) of 12,000 and 13,200 lbs. The axle also offers high-angle turning capacity up to 55 degrees and is compatible
PACCAR tandem rear axle now standard on Kenworth T680, T880
The new PACCAR tandem rear axle is now standard on the Kenworth T680 and T880. “The new PACCAR tandem rear axle for the aerodynamically efficient Kenworth T680 on-highway model and the T880 vocational flagship model provides enhanced fuel economy, reduces vehicle weight by up to 150 lbs., and complements the excellent performance and fuel efficiency
Kenworth makes wide base 385 steer tires available for its T370 with upper axle ratings
The Kenworth T370 is now available with wide base tires for applications requiring up to 20,000-lb. front axle ratings. Available in 385/65R22.5 sizes, from Bridgestone, Goodyear and Michelin, the tires were previously available only on all-wheel drive T370 steer axles with ratings up to 16,000 lbs. “These tires can now be ordered for new T370s
Stemco launches Zip-Torq axle fastener
Stemco has released the new Zip-Torq single-piece axle fastener. According to Stemco, Zip-Torq simplifies and streamlines the wheel end bearing adjustment with its single-piece, unitized design. The Zip-Torq eliminates special tooling and loose components like clips, keepers, snap rings or screws, the company added. The patented Zip-Torq heavy-duty self-locking mechanism also delivers increased simplicity and
Dana to supply axles, driveshafts for 2018 Isuzu FTR
Dana Inc. announced that it will be supplying axles and driveshafts for the 2018 Isuzu FTR, which will begin production in mid-2017. The 2018 Isuzu FTR will be assembled with a Spicer single-reduction drive axle, Spicer E-Series steer axles, and a Spicer Life Series driveshaft from Dana’s Spicer line. “We chose Spicer axles and driveshafts
PACCAR Axle, 2017 MX engine offering overview: Peterbilt 579 Epiq
PACCAR recently made several big announcements. The first was the unveiling of its 40,000-lb. tandem driven axle that will come as standard equipment on Peterbilt’s 579 spec’ed for linehaul applications. The second was the detailing of enhancements made to the 2017 PACCAR MX engine lineup. I rolled down to Denton, Texas, to get behind the
How axles improve traction and safety
A roundup of the latest in heavy-duty axles and how they improve traction and safety. Steve Slesinski, director of global product strategy, planning and management for the commercial vehicle market at Dana Inc., explains how Dana axles fit into creating better traction control, saying…
