OPTIMAAX®

6 x 2 liftable forward tandem axle and rear suspension system

OPTIMAAX  Liftable Forward Tandem Axle and Suspension System

Hendrickson’s OPTIMAAX® system is a revolutionary 6×2 solution to help fleets save fuel cost, tire wear and weight with comparable handling to 6×4 tandem axle configurations. Operating as a liftable axle in the forward tandem position, this system provides versatility for fleets with variable loads. The OPTIMAAX system is ideal for fleets in need of additional flexibility for on-highway tractor applications.


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OPTIMAAX  Liftable Forward Tandem Axle and Suspension System

Features and Benefits

OPTIMIZE Automated Controls

Proprietary program logic controls lift axle movement, load transfer and braking functions

  • Fully automated controls eliminates driver intervention and training
  • Automates axle lowering and lifting by sensing load capacities
     
 

OPTIMIZE Savings

Axle configuration saves up to 400 pounds and can help improve fuel economy by 3-5 percent*
 

  • Achieves up to 3 percent additional fuel economy improvement through eliminating one drive axle (6×2 configuration)
  • Provides up to 2 percent additional fuel economy improvement through lifting the non-drive axle (4×2 configuration)
  • Lifted axle saves on tire wear reducing tire maintenance costs
     
 

OPTIMIZE Traction and Handling

Lifted axle position provides increased traction by increasing drive axle load

  • Improved traction when backing under trailers in soft soil or wet conditions versus traditional 6×2
  • Maintains vehicle handling characteristics by keeping the drive axle behind the fifth wheel
     
 

OPTIMAAX

  • Ideal for diminishing load carriers such as: bulk haulers, grocery, livestock, beverage or applications experiencing empty back hauls
  • Includes integrated lift axle, suspension and automated controls
  • Available in 20,000 pound capacity
  • Compatible with drum brakes

Specifications

To learn more about OPTIMAAX® call 855.743.3733

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