What's the name of the setup where wheels are paired up?

[sao123]

I think hes talking about the 3rd set of wheels that are raised from the ground.

Its called a lift axle, tag axle, or lift tag axle... its an axle which is extendable/retractable for extra heavy loads, or while dumping your load, which can create extra weight on the back of the truck.

 

[Joemonkey]

Originally posted by: BoomerD

Originally posted by: KillerCharlie
Here's another stupid question... what's with the smaller set of wheels on the back of some trucks (like dump trucks) that are raised above the ground?

if we're talking about the same thing, then depending on the application, it may be either a "tag axle" or a "drop axle", both of which can be lowered to the ground in cases of heavy loading to distribute the weight better. In some states, the extra axle allows the truck to carry an increased weight...in others, it permits them to drive on roads with reduced loading limits.

i've always wondered about those! thanks BoomerD! Now, if I could just get you to start spelling California correctly I won't have a seething hatred for you any more

 

[BoomerD]

Originally posted by: Joemonkey

Originally posted by: BoomerD

Originally posted by: KillerCharlie
Here's another stupid question... what's with the smaller set of wheels on the back of some trucks (like dump trucks) that are raised above the ground?

if we're talking about the same thing, then depending on the application, it may be either a "tag axle" or a "drop axle", both of which can be lowered to the ground in cases of heavy loading to distribute the weight better. In some states, the extra axle allows the truck to carry an increased weight...in others, it permits them to drive on roads with reduced loading limits.

i've always wondered about those! thanks BoomerD! Now, if I could just get you to start spelling California correctly I won't have a seething hatred for you any more

Wance we get a gubernator who can ackchully PRONOUNCE it correctly...then I'll go back to SPELLING it correctly...
In the mean time...Welcome to Kahleeforneeya!

 

[Rubycon]

Originally posted by: sao123
I think hes talking about the 3rd set of wheels that are raised from the ground.

Its called a lift axle, tag axle, or lift tag axle... its an axle which is extendable/retractable for extra heavy loads, or while dumping your load, which can create extra weight on the back of the truck.

Here's another way to put more weight on the back wheels. :laugh:

 

[Joemonkey]

Originally posted by: BoomerD

Originally posted by: Joemonkey

Originally posted by: BoomerD

Originally posted by: KillerCharlie
Here's another stupid question... what's with the smaller set of wheels on the back of some trucks (like dump trucks) that are raised above the ground?

if we're talking about the same thing, then depending on the application, it may be either a "tag axle" or a "drop axle", both of which can be lowered to the ground in cases of heavy loading to distribute the weight better. In some states, the extra axle allows the truck to carry an increased weight...in others, it permits them to drive on roads with reduced loading limits.

i've always wondered about those! thanks BoomerD! Now, if I could just get you to start spelling California correctly I won't have a seething hatred for you any more

Wance we get a gubernator who can ackchully PRONOUNCE it correctly...then I'll go back to SPELLING it correctly...
In the mean time...Welcome to Kahleeforneeya!

:|

 

[JTsyo]

Originally posted by: sao123
I think hes talking about the 3rd set of wheels that are raised from the ground.

Its called a lift axle, tag axle, or lift tag axle... its an axle which is extendable/retractable for extra heavy loads, or while dumping your load, which can create extra weight on the back of the truck.

You get better mileage without them down so that's why they make them extendable.

 

[randay]

Originally posted by: Rubycon

Originally posted by: sao123
I think hes talking about the 3rd set of wheels that are raised from the ground.

Its called a lift axle, tag axle, or lift tag axle... its an axle which is extendable/retractable for extra heavy loads, or while dumping your load, which can create extra weight on the back of the truck.

Here's another way to put more weight on the back wheels. :laugh:

omg! lol!