Heavy Axle and Brake Division has launched a new family of drive axles designed specifically for European truck applications. This new drive axle line covers four axle families and ranges from 7.5 tonnes to 44 tonnes GCW and has been engineered to improve the performance and maximize the efficiency of Europe s on-highway industrial trucks and buses.
All models are now currently available and are in production.
The European drive axle family features the best technology in its components and design. A broad range of hypoid gear ratios allows for optimum drivetrain specifications. Additionally, all axles are equipped with a new unitized wheel hub bearing system that provides a maintenance-free, longer life wheel hub. All axles can be configured with drum or air disc brake packages. Other options include a driver-controlled full wheel differential lock, ABS and ground gearing for quiet operation in bus applications.