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AMS20AL3
Steerable lift axle suspension
Front suspension
Up to 20 000 lbs./ 9 000 kg
Unique, with surprising mechanical resistance.
AMS20AL3, the only lift axle suspension on the market designed specifically for steering that undergoes lateral forces. Perfect for specialized trucks and off-road applications, it maximizes the life cycle of tires and steering components. Our steerable lift axle front suspension offers maximum ride comfort and driving quality.
- Resistant to lateral forces
- Light, but resistant, structure
- Increases load capacity
- Maximizes the life cycle of tires and steering components
- Easy maintenance requiring very few parts
- Best off-road traction
Technical sheet
Suspension type
Steerable lift axle front suspension
Load capacity
14600 / 16000 / 18000 / 20000 lbs. (6600 / 7250 / 8180 / 9070 kg)
Axle type
I-beam steer axle
Axle load capacity
14600 / 16000 / 18000 / 20000 lbs (6600 / 7250 / 8160 / 9070 kg)
Axle spacing
80” to 145” (2032 mm to 3683 mm) (Note 1 & 2)
Brakes
(16.5 X 6 / 16.5 X 7) S-Cam air, Auto slack adjuster (ABS)
Hub type
Hub pilot, Spoke
Wheel type (rims)
(8 ¼”, 9”, 12 ¼”, 13”) Steel or aluminum
Tire size
11R22.5 / 315/80R22.5 / 385/65R22.5 / 425/65R22.5 / 445/65R22.5
Steering
Mechanical, hydraulically assisted
Turning radius
Retains same radius as original equipment
Total weight
(Suspension, axle, wheels and tires) Approx. 2450 lbs - 1100 kg
1. Depending on make and model of vehicle
2. Varies depending on chassis make/model and ATD / DPF option / location
3. Varies depending on front axle spacing
Modifying heavy trucks has never been easier or flexible.
Simard Suspensions offers all-wheel drive conversions for heavy-duty trucks.
Our custom-engineered AWD conversions can be carried out on any medium and heavy-duty chassis.
As a certified installer with all North American axle and transfer case suppliers, we work with the components of your choice.
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Types of applications
Our AMS20AL3 steerable lift axle front suspension for heavy duty trucks is suitable for many applications, including:
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Suspension Simard’s AMS20AL3 lift axle front suspension for heavy trucks offers maximum robustness and durability for the most demanding heavy work.