Drivetrain components: Axles, suspensions and u-joints
A number of factors are impacting axle choices by fleets, including the need for lighter weight configurations, direct or overdrive transmission choices, faster axle ratios, pending engine changes including higher torque ratings, and in some cases, lower cruise speeds.
Meritor trailer axles standard on Wabash National trailers
Wabash National has selected Meritor trailer axles as standard equipment on all its trailers. As part of the agreement, other Meritor components available on Wabash National models include air suspensions, Meritor Tire Inflation System by PSI, automatic slack adjusters and wheel-end components.
Ingersoll Axles adds suspension lineup
The Ingersoll Suspension System lineup features an optimum i-beam trailing beam design, a fully wrapped axle connection, industry standard parts and unparalleled customer support, according to Ingersoll Axles.
Hendrickson completes Composilite SC Series of lift axles
Hendrickson’s Composilite SCT line offers a full range of capacities including 10,000, 13,500 and 20,000 lbs. to meet the industry’s demanding requirements, according to the company.
DTNA adds Detroit axles to integrated powertrain portfolio
Daimler Trucks North America’s Detroit axles are now available to order for Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Thomas Built Bus and Freightliner Custom Chassis vehicles. The line include a wide range of configuration options and compatibility with all braking systems offered by Daimler Trucks.
Consider reman axles & transmissions
Remanufactured parts, which are “greener” and more cost-effective, are an alternative for fleets when the cost of new components no longer makes sense.
More than 100,000 Meritor 14X tandem drive axles sold
Meritor has equipped trucks with more than 100,000 14X tandem drive axles since the product’s launch less than two years ago. The company added its 14X axle handles up to 2,050 ft.-lbs. of torque and provides fleets with reduced maintenance and downtime.
Daimler adds Detroit axles to powertrain lineup
Daimler Trucks North America’s new line of Detroit axles is compatible with all braking systems offered by the company and includes a wide range of configuration options, including steer axles, tandem rear axles and single rear axles.
Dana debuts tandem drive axles, Spicer aluminum driveshafts
Dana Holding Corp. introduced a new series of lightweight, one-piece aluminum driveshafts for the commercial truck market. The Spicer Diamond Series driveshaft weighs 40% less than traditional two-piece steel driveshafts, has fewer parts and helps reduce problems associated with noise, vibration and harshness.
The benefits of dressed axles
When spec’ing drive and trailer axles, fleets may hear the term “dressed axles,” which refers to axles with a complete braking system and wheel-end components.