ROADMAAX®  Z

Heavy Duty Rear Air Suspension

ROADMAAX Z

Hendrickson’s ROADMAAX Z rear air suspension systems provide excellent on- and off-highway performance, ride quality, and cargo protection in the most demanding applications. ROADMAAX Z is approved for use with lift axles and up to 25% off-highway operation. ROADMAAX Z is available exclusively with (ZMD) Zero Maintenance Damping to provide a consistent ride over the life of the air spring.

ROADMAAX Z

Features and Benefits

Exclusive ZMD® Shockless Ride Technology

  • Eliminates conventional shock absorbers
  • Uniform damping levels over life of the air spring
  • Reduces overall suspension maintenance
  • Enhances driver and cargo protection
  • Reduces risk of roadside tickets and CSA violations

Frame Hangers

  • Compact design limits frame stresses and integrates to common OE cross members

Rebound Control Bar

  • Patented control feature controls axle travel in rebound

Bar Pin Connection

  • Drop in Shims make axle alignment fast and easy for increased tire life
  • Provides a durable joint that allows for quiet suspension operation
  • Spring eye connection eliminates slipper pad and spring lash

Main Support Members

  • Designed and manufactured by Hendrickson with advanced materials and process technology
  • Optimized front limb length allows for high roll-stiffness while maintaining a comfortable ride and minimizing torque reactivity and roll-steer for improved handling   
  • Kicked in tail helps to reduce weight by eliminating the requirement for cross channel  
  • Substantial reductions in spring weight and increased strength

Hendrickson TRAAX ROD® Torque Rods

  • Maintain axle position and ensure maximum lateral stability
  • Premium retained rubber bushings for increased service life and resistance to walkout

Clamp Group

  • Integrated lower HCV linkage attachment at each wheel-end
  • Bump stop above clamp group limits jounce travel

Specifications

Model Suspension 
Capacity
(lbs.)
GCW
Approval
(lbs.)
GVW
Approval
(lbs.)
Service
On/Off
Highway
Tractor Truck Suspension
Weight
(lbs.)
Job-Site
Travel Rating
(lbs.)
ROADMAAX 230 23,000 100,000 40,000 On/Off Yes Yes 441 N/A
ROADMAAX 460 46,000 235,000 86,000 On/Off Yes Yes 882 60,000
ROADMAAX 690 69,000 350,000 129,000 On/Off Yes Yes 1323 90,000

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