Hendrickson Europe: Truck and Tractor Suspension Systems
European Truck and Tractor Suspension Systems
Hendrickson Europe offers a broad line of heavy-duty truck and tractor suspensions for the commercial vehicle industry, with systems ideally suited for any application.
Lightweight Truck Steer Axle Assembly
STEERTEK's box-shaped cross section resists horizontal, vertical and twisting forces more effectively than traditional I-beams.
Integrated Truck Front Axle and Single-leaf Spring Suspension
SOFTEK® combines Hendrickson's Monoleaf steel spring and the rigid, box-shaped STEERTEK axle for outstanding ride and stability with substantial weight savings.
Double-drive Truck Suspension System
The 6 ROD™ provides a premium double-drive suspension system for a range of tractor and rigid truck on- and off-road applications.
With a high lateral-load capacity, the 6 ROD offers exceptional handling when cornering and making low-speed manoeuvres. The 6 ROD also provides very high articulation and superb traction on all wheels.
Suspension Rating: 19 to 32t Application: Suitable for tractor and rigid truck on- and off-highway applications
Heavy-duty Rubber Truck Suspension
Lightest vocational suspension on the market. Diagonally mounted rubber bolster springs act in compression and sheer to provide optimum spring deflection for outstanding ride quality unladen. Increased spring compression under load provides exceptional stability.
Suspension Rating: 21t Application: For tractor and rigid truck applications, on- or off-highway, with bogie loads up to 21 tonnes.
Walking Beam Suspension
Heavy-duty tandem drive suspensions systems provide excellent stability and traction over almost any terrain whether laden or free. Extended leaf springs for soft ride.
Capacity: 18,140 kg to 39,483 kg (tandem) Application: On- or off-highway, for general purpose or construction-type applications.
Premium, Four-bag, Drive-axle, Non-torque-reactive Truck Air Suspension System
H-CP™, a revolutionary, non-torque-reactive, lightweight, drive-axle suspension system, combines superior ride and improved stability with reduced weight and superior chassis packaging.
System Capacity: 11.5 to 13t, depending on model and configuration Application: For tractor and rigid truck applications
Lightweight, Two-bag, Drive-axle Truck Air Suspension System
Designed for medium duty rigid and tractor unit applications. H-TAS is a lightweight two bag drive axle air suspension with excellent handling characteristics.
Suspension Rating: 10.5t Application: Suitable for medium-duty rigid and tractor unit applications
Overslung and Underslung Trailer Air Suspensions
The HT Series delivers rugged dependability and outstanding ride quality and control for curtainsiders, platform trailers, tippers, tankers, low loaders, car transporters and container chassis.
Max. Suspension Capacity: 10.5 to 13.5t, depending on model Application: For trailers running on- and off-highway
Lightweight, Two-bag, Drive-axle Truck Air Suspension System
Designed for single drive axle rigid truck applications. HWS is optimised for weight and durability with excellent handling characteristics.
Capacity: up to 7.5t Application: Suitable for medium-duty rigid and tractor unit applications
Integrated Trailer Axle and Air Suspension System
INTRAAX AANL 9 t Advanced Axle / Beam Technology (AXT™) teams tapered beam and 146-mm axle technologies to provide excellent axle stiffness and durability in a lightweight package.
Suspension Capacity: 9t Application: For trailers running on- and off-highway
Integrated, Mid-lift Truck Axle and Air Suspension System
The next generation of midlift axles, MLA2 represents a quantum leap in engineering and technology. Designed for 6x2 tractor applications to replace traditional
twinsteer configurations.
Suspension Rating: 8t Application: Tractor or rigid units
Medium-duty Drive Axle Truck Air Suspension System
PRIMAAX®, medium-duty air suspension for tractor and rigid truck applications, maximises driver comfort and vehicle protection.
Capacity: up to 10.5t Application: For tractor and rigid truck applications
Drive Axle Air Suspension
Superior ride quality for increased driver comfort and equipment protection. Available for single- or tandem-axle configurations.
Capacity: 6,800 kg to 11,500 kg; Tandem drive: 19,000 kg to 21,000 kg Application: Approved for on-highway and up to 25 percent off-highway operation.
Four Bag Air Suspension
Designed for single drive tractors or rigid units, the HA4 uses four air springs to deliver both an exceptionally soft ride and excellent handling.
Capacity: Single axle: 11,500 kg to 13,000 kg Application: For tractor and rigid truck applications.
Front Axle Air Suspension
Provides positive steering and very low frequency (1.20 Hz) for soft ride. Protects driver, load, and body from road shocks. Can be raised or lowered for swap body use.
Capacity: 8,000 kg ground load. Application: Front steering axle system, also used on buses.
Integrated, Reverse Castor Steer Axle System
PARAREV™ lift axle system, with automatic reverse castor, steers equally well in forward or reverse. PARAREV eliminates the need to raise the axle when reversing.
Suspension Rating: 7.1t Application: Pusher or tag axle for rigid truck applications
Tag Lift Axle
Reduced road fund license and tyre wear costs. Available for single or twin wheels on mid-duty tractor or rigid units. Available with Hendrickson or OEM brakes.
Capacity: 8,000 kg: single wheel; 9,000 kg: twin wheel Application: Tractor or rigid units.
Trailer Tyre Inflation Systems
TIREMAAX® automatic tyre inflation systems provide a basic, responsive approach to help extend tyre life and increase fuel efficiency.
Application: A value-added option for INTRAAX® and non-integrated trailer axles
