RT 

Heavy-duty, durable rear drive axle, steel spring suspension system for vocational trucks

RT  Steel Leaf Spring Rear Suspension

RT™ is a durable steel spring suspension with a legacy of over 90 years of reliability in the most severe applications. Hendrickson-designed springs provide a consistent spring rate for longer life as the equalizing beams distribute load equally between both axles for improved traction. The system performs well in a variety of vocational truck applications.

RT  Steel Leaf Spring Rear Suspension

Features and Benefits

  • Hendrickson designed springs provide a consistent spring rate for longer spring life
  • Equalizing beams distribute load equally between both axles for improved traction and lower the center of gravity for increased stability
  • Up to 15 inches of diagonal wheel articulation for off-road mobility in harsh environments
  • Genuine Hendrickson springs are made from high-strength steel and are heat treated and shot peened for exceptional fatigue life
  • Available with 52, 54, 56, 60, and 72.5 inch equalizing beams
  • Optional shock kit available for improved ride

Specifications

RT SUSPENSIONS

Suspension Rating1
(lbs.)
Installed Weight2
(lbs.)
GVWR Approval3
(lbs.)
GCWR Approval3
(lbs.)
Site Travel4
Rating (lbs.)
Diagonal Articulation4 Lift Axles Saddle Heights5 Beam Length (in.)
40,000 1,207 73,000 160,000 55,000 15 Approved 16.45, 16.64, 17.0, & 20.45 52, 54
46,000 1,301 80,000 190,000 60,000 15 Approved 17.0,18.2, & 18.94 526, 546

Hendrickson approves the use of RT in the following vocational truck applications: dump, municipal, oil field, and utility. All such applications must comply with applicable Hendrickson specifications and must also be approved by the respective vehicle manufacturer with the vehicle in its original, as-built configuration. Contact Hendrickson and the respective vehicle manufacturer for approval of additional applications.

  1. Contact Hendrickson for availability of additional capacities
  2. Installed weight includes complete suspension, torque rods, axle brackets and frame brackets at 54 inch axle spacing
  3. Suspension must be paired with axle of appropriate rating
  4. Site travel rating – operators using vehicles equipped with liftable pusher or tag axles must not exceed published ratings. Site ratings are limited to no more than five percent of vehicle operation at speed not to exceed five mph. Liftable pusher or tag axles should only be raised (or unloaded) to improve vehicle maneuverability in job site applications or when vehicle is empty. Site travel ratings are consistent with published axle manufacturer’s limitations. Axle and suspension site travel ratings must not be exceeded.
  5. Transverse torque rods are standard on 46,000 pound capacity suspensions with rubber center bushings, refer to Hendrickson publications 59310-004 and 59310-058 for more information.
  6. Heavy-duty equalizing beam option available at 46,000 pound capacity
  7. Aftermarket shock absorbers available, refer to 59310-003 for more information


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