Steerable/Trackable Airdrop Axel
This unit is off a Freightliner heavy dump truck
The axel has air suspension and is estimated at 12,000Lbs
Updated brakes and drums
It was in fine working condition when removed several months ago
Bidders are encouraged to inspect
Sold AS IS
Good Luck Bidding
Some General Notes:
A steerable or trackable air drop axle (commonly referred to in the trucking industry as a self-steer lift axle, drop axle, or pusher/tag axle) is an auxiliary suspension system that can be lowered via air pressure to handle heavier legal payloads. Unlike standard rigid drop axles, a steerable drop axle features wheels that swivel and articulate automatically, following the path of the truck's front steering mechanism to prevent tire scrubbing and chassis strain during tight turns.
Key Benefits of Steerable Drop Axles
- Eliminates Tire Scrubbing: Standard non-steerable drop axles drag horizontally when cornering, causing rapid tire wear. Steerable versions automatically track with your movement to prolong tire life.
- Frame & Chassis Protection: Reduces intense lateral force and stress applied to the truck frame, wheels, and suspension components during tight maneuvers.
- Continuous Load Weighting: Drivers often have to raise non-steerable lift axles before making a sharp turn to avoid damage, which temporarily overloads the main axles. Steerable versions stay deployed, maintaining regulatory weight compliance through the turn.
Terms of Sale:
All sales are final. No refunds will be issued. This item is being sold as is, where is, with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected this item and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this item at the buyer request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the item. Seller is NOT responsible for providing tools or heavy equipment to aid in removal. Items left on seller premises after this removal deadline will revert back to possession of the seller, with no refund.
