Welcome to our series on Standard Trailer Options and Upgrades you’ll want to consider when spec’ing your next reefer trailer. Today topic is Tire Size, Wheel Type, Suspension & Brakes.
Wheel options:
• Powder-coated White steel (Most common)
• Aluminum: $1,500 upgrade
• Clean buff
• Polished
• Dura bright – has a clear coat
Tire Sizes:
• Standard: Low Pro 22.50
• Upgrade 11R 22.5
• Low Pro: 24.50 and 11R 24.5
• Wide base tires: 14”
Suspensions:
• Tandem and Spread Axle configurations - Spread axles commonly come with a 10’ 1” spread, increase weight by 379LBS, cost is up to 3,000 more.
• Hendrickson Ultraa-K - Most common model with dampening system going through the airbags, eliminating shocks.
• Heavy Duty Options Include: HK-ANTs. Are rated for heavy duty applications. HK-ANT 46, HK-ANT 50, and Tri Axles are available.
Brakes:
• Standard. 16-7/8 x8”
• Mountain brakes. 16-7/8 x10”
• Disc brakes. Will stop 30% quicker than standard drum brakes
Drums:
• Standard
• Centri-fuse: Saves 62 lbs.
• Lightweight Steel Hubs: Saves 56 lbs.
Front Axle Lift Kit - A front axle lift kit is designed for lightweight trailers with back-hauls of under 18,000 lbs. When the trailer is less than 18,000 lbs, the system automatically raises the front axle off the ground, saving wear and tear.
• Lifts front axle approximately 4 1/5” off ground saving wear on tires & brakes, and you don’t get charged tolls if they’re in the upward position
• Sensors: airbag pressure sensors will automatically lift when over 18,0000 LBS, and lower when below 18,000 LBS.
• Adds 85 lbs.
• Cost: approx. *$2,800 (* prices subject change)
• Save wear and tear on the tires and braking system
• Saves toll cost on bridges and roads (pay for only four axles vs five axles)
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