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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
 
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
Unbraked Hubs
Axle Cap PCD Studs
550kg 101.6mm (4") 4x3/8"
750kg 101.6mm (4") 4x3/8"
750kg 100mm 4xM12
1500kg 139.7mm 4xM12
 
Braked Hubs
Drum Diameter Shoe Width PCD Studs
160mm 35mm 101.6mm 4x7/16"
       
       
       

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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