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Suspension Units, Hubs & Bearings.
When considering suspension units or full track axle view the following table for pros & cons.
| Type |
Advantage |
Disadvantage |
| Suspension Units |
*One side can be replaced if damaged. *Choice of trailer width. * Light to handle. |
*Extra cross member required in chassis design. *Extra mounting plates required. |
| Full Track Axle |
*Quick to fit. *Forms structural beam in chassis. *Easy to align with twin axles. |
*Accidental damage requires axle change. *Heavy to work. *Each axle is made to suit trailer. |
| Indespension Unbraked Suspension Units -with no Hubs |
| Capacity per pair |
Type |
| capacity 250kg (5cwt) |
Standard Stub Axle |
| capacity 250kg (5cwt) |
Extended Stub Axle |
| capacity 350kg (7cwt) |
Standard Stub Axle |
| capacity 350kg (7cwt) |
Extended Stub Axle |
| capacity 500kg (10cwt) |
Standard Stub Axle |
| capacity 500kg (10cwt) |
Extended Stub Axle |
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| Indespension Suspension Units with Hubs & Auto Reverse Brakes |
| Capacity per pair |
Drum Diameter |
PCD |
| 500kg |
160mm |
101.6mm |
| 750kg |
230 |
139.7mm |
| 1000kg |
203 |
139.7mm |
| 1300kg |
203 |
139.7mm |
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| Unbraked Hubs |
| Axle Cap |
PCD |
Studs |
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| 550kg |
101.6mm (4") |
4x3/8" |
| 750kg |
101.6mm (4") |
4x3/8" |
| 750kg |
100mm |
4xM12 |
| 1500kg |
139.7mm |
4xM12 |
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| Braked Hubs |
| Drum Diameter |
Shoe Width |
PCD |
Studs |
| 160mm |
35mm |
101.6mm |
4x7/16" |
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Many braked hub applications are available from manufacturers such as, Alko, Peak, Avonride, Bradley and Ifor Williams please ask for assistance in sourcing these hubs. Bearings for unbraked hubs & braked hubs all in stock including hub caps, wheel nuts and studs, oil seals, bearing savers and aqualube grease.
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