Hendrickson RT 343 (lbs.) steel leaf spring suspension

Technical Specification

Features:
  • Make: Hendrickson
  • Model code: RT 343 (lbs.)
  • Size/Capacity: Large
  • Use: Heavy Duty
  • Type: Rescue/Squad
Additional info:

Hendrickson-designed springs provide a consistent spring rate for longer spring life RTE extended leaf design provides a softer vehicle ride—empty or lightly loaded Equalizing beams distribute load equally between both axles for improved traction and lower the center of gravity for increased stability Genuine Hendrickson springs are made from high-strength steel and are heat treated and shot peened for exceptional fatigue life Durable high confinement rubber center bushings (standard on 40,000-lb. capacity) offer reduced maintenance for fewer rebushings over the life of the vehicle Heavy-duty bronze center bushings are standard on 46,000-lb. to 52-000-lb. capacity suspensions Transverse rod arrangement recommended for refuse or severe service operations (standard with axle spacing of 60" or more) Available with 52, 54, 56, 60, and 72.5 inch equalizing beams Optional shock kit available for improved ride

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Make Hendrickson
Manufacturer Hendrickson Fire/Rescue
Category Fire and Rescue>Vehicles
Model code RT 343 (lbs.)
Size/Capacity Large
Use Heavy Duty
Type Rescue/Squad
Additional info
  • Hendrickson-designed springs provide a consistent spring rate for longer spring life
  • RTE extended leaf design provides a softer vehicle ride—empty or lightly loaded
  • Equalizing beams distribute load equally between both axles for improved traction and lower the center of gravity for increased stability
  • Genuine Hendrickson springs are made from high-strength steel and are heat treated and shot peened for exceptional fatigue life
  • Durable high confinement rubber center bushings (standard on 40,000-lb. capacity) offer reduced maintenance for fewer rebushings over the life of the vehicle
  • Heavy-duty bronze center bushings are standard on 46,000-lb. to 52-000-lb. capacity suspensions
  • Transverse rod arrangement recommended for refuse or severe service operations (standard with axle spacing of 60" or more)
  • Available with 52, 54, 56, 60, and 72.5 inch equalizing beams
  • Optional shock kit available for improved ride
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