Product Availability
Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America
Applications
Bus and Coach
The 79000 series axle is the next generation single reduction drive axle for 35-60 ft. transit bus applications and motorcoach vehicles. Performance engineered, it's the perfect choice for high stop-and-start duty cycles, demanding regenerative loads and periodic axle-overload applications.
Features & Benefits
- 28,660 lb. gross axle weight rating offers increased capacity for demanding transit bus and motorcoach applications
- More economical, efficient and a lower weight than double reduction axles
- One-piece cast iron housing with integral suspension bracket pads and “bolt-on” torque rod brackets for extra strength and durability
- Bolted differential case and ring gear for easier and more efficient assembly and service
- Quiet Ride® gearing delivers a more relaxing ride experience
- Industry-leading Cast Plus™ 16.5" x 8.625" S-cam™ brakes or EX+ H™ air disc brakes come standard, with optional 14.5" x 10" “W” Series cam
- 5-year/unlimited-mile warranty based on application approval
- Robustness of the gearing and the carrier itself makes this product ideal for not just the drivetrains of today - diesel, CNG and hybrid-electric - but also the drivetrains of the future as more emphasis is placed on all-electric vehicles
79000™ Single Rear Drive Axle
Product Features
One-piece cast iron housing with integral suspension bracket pads and "bolt-on" torque rod brackets for extra strength and durability
Bolted differential case and ring gear for easier and more efficient assembly and service
Quiet Ride™ gearing provides a more relaxing ride experience
Industry-leading Cast Plus 16.5" x 8.625" S-cam brakes or EX+H air disc brakes come standard, with optional 14.5" x 10" "W" series cam
One-piece cast iron housing with integral suspension bracket pads and "bolt-on" torque rod brackets for extra strength and durability
Bolted differential case and ring gear for easier and more efficient assembly and service
Quiet Ride™ gearing provides a more relaxing ride experience
Industry-leading Cast Plus 16.5" x 8.625" S-cam brakes or EX+H air disc brakes come standard, with optional 14.5" x 10" "W" series cam