• DaimlerChrysler's new nine-tonne DCA axle with its integral air
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suspension beam, bellows support, axle spindle and brake carrier should suit all track and frame widths. The taiend hanger bracket is available in three ride heights using the ame damper and air bellows with 300mm, 360mm standard 'and 360mm long stroke. LApart from Hendrickson's pivot bush (warrantied for a Hon kilometres) and Knorr Bremse caliper and pads, the dular DCA components are fub interchangeable. Claimed weights are 42Ikg for the 22.5in-wheeled version and 395kg for the 19.5in unit. French prices are expected to be 2-7% less than a similar Discos.
A Lacitrailer semi was on display fitted with the new DCA axles. Another 200 pre-production sets will soon reach other EC trailer builders.