Retractable king-pin for three-axle units
19th February 1983, Page 16
19th February 1983
Page 16
Page 16, 19th February 1983
— Retractable king-pin for three-axle units
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OPERATORS who decide on three-axle tractive units for 38-tc operation will be interested in a retractable king-pin develops Davis Magnet Works of Ware, Hertfordshire.
At the new maximum weight, more of the load of a two axled semi-trailer will need to be imposed on the coupling. Increasing the front overhand is a simple way of achieving this.
With a retractable king-pin the coupling position can be returned to a position suitable for 32.5 tonne operation, with a twoaxle tractive unit in a few seconds.
The retractable king-pin pivots about a transverse pin.
List price is quoted at £166 but trade discounts are availabl reduce this figure.