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AMS46THD / AMS50THD
Heavy Duty tandem suspension
Front suspension
Up to 50 000 lbs./ 22 000 kg
Ultra-precise, with toughness that redefines the rules.
AMS46THD and AMS50THD Heavy Duty spring tandem front suspensions can withstand extreme rugged conditions and are ideal for trucks working in quarries, mines and oil operations.
They combine a reinforced structure with finely-tuned technological developments. The result is impressive: maximum load capacity, ultra-precise steering and safe driving. What’s more? Our suspensions require minimal maintenance and very few parts.
- Specifically designed for rugged conditions
- Ultra-robust components with extreme durability
- Tried-and-tested for off-road applications
- Turning radius that is equivalent to standard tandem suspensions
- Increased lateral stability
Technical sheet
Suspension type
Spring tandem front suspension
Load capacity
AMS46TDH : 44000 / 46000 lbs. (19958 / 20865 kg) AMS50TDH : 50000 lbs.
Axle type
I-beam steer axle
Axle load capacity
AMS46TDH: 22000 / 23000 lbs. (9979 / 10433 kg) AMS50TDH: 25000 lbs. (11340 kg)
Axle spacing
72” to 104” (1829 mm to 2642 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)
(12 ¼”, 13”) Steel or aluminum
Tire size
425/65R22.5 / 445/65R22.5
Steering
Mechanical, hydraulically assisted
Turning radius
Retains same radius as original equipment
Total weight
Approx 2865 lbs. - 1300 kg (Note 3)
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 AMS46THD and AMS50THD Heavy Duty spring tandem front suspensions for trucks are suitable for many applications, including:
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Simard Suspensions’ AMS46THD and AMS50THD Heavy Duty spring tandem front suspensions for trucks offer maximum robustness and durability for the most demanding, heavy work.