PerfecTrak Technology
The first Compliant Tie-Rod (CTR) assembly and dampening system

  • Delivers industry's first passive-steer Ackerman effectively controling the relationship between inside and outside wheel-turn angle
  • 31 degrees of inside wheel cut
  • Easy toe with eccentric adjustment simplifies the toe-setting process
  • Natural rubber tie-rod ends, designed for reliable use on heavy trucks, eliminates greasing of assembly
  • Self-centering achieved with the CTR eliminates service issues with coil-over damper
  • Eliminates buckled tie rods due to road strikes
  • Uses new steering damper design to optimize road feel for lift axle use
The COMPOSILITE™ SC ("Steerable Compliant") series of lift axles delivers all the advantages haulers have come to expect from Hendrickson products: reliability, cost-effectiveness and innovation. The COMPOSILITE family offers a full range of capacities from 10,000 to 20,000 pounds. SCT13 available now, other capacities coming soon!


FEATURE
  • Adjustable Frame Width*
    • Zero spacers equals 33.5-inch frame width
    • One spacer per side equals 34.0-inch frame width
    • Two spacers per side equals 34.5-inch frame width
    • Allows for adjustment with no disassembly
  • Adjustable Ride Height*
    • Suspension travel combined with adjustable spacers allows for a ride height range of four inches
    • Spacer tubing slotted to fit properly into place
*Only available at time of purchase

BENEFIT
Allows stocking of one part number for multiple applications and easier installation


FEATURE
  • Fabricated knuckle and integrated brake


BENEFIT
Reduces overall weight of suspension and allows for Ackerman customization


FEATURE
  • SCT10, SCT13 and SCO13 offer a 31-degree wheel cut


BENEFIT
Results in less tire scrub


FEATURE
  • SCT10 and SCT13 truck mounts provide a 22.1-inch package space from spindle centerline to front face of hanger
  • Hanger design — Suspensions fit flat to the frame to allow for maximum clearance


BENEFIT
Allows for easier installation


FEATURE
  • Draw key kingpin design


BENEFIT
Easier to service