MS-17™ Single Rear Drive Axle
Applications
Truck
Product Availability
Asia Pacific
Europe
South America
Built for demanding long-haul duties carrying heavy loads, lightweight and best-in-class fuel efficiency, the MS-13-17X single-reduction hypoid axle is designed for On-highway applications and represents Cummins-Meritor's latest product generation for European linehaul operations. To meet increasing mechanical demand, this drive axle offers increased capacity and structural rigidity all at reduced weight. The product features gross axle weight rating (GAWR) of 13 tons, gross combined weight (GCW) of 44 tons and ratios ranging from 2.64 to 6.17. The MS-13-17X is available with cast or stamped housing and an optional driver-controlled differential lock.
Features & Benefits
- EVO version designed for linehaul applications
- Solo single-reduction axle
- Lightweight carrier design
- 0.5 percent gain in fuel efficiency (versus previous design)
- High power density
- Laser-welding technology
- Downspeeding (faster ratios)
- Long drain interval
- Lightweight design and power density for higher payload
- High durability and reliability for greater up time
- Lower fuel consumption for reduced total cost of ownership
- Faster ratios to support downspeeding and reduce fuel consumption
- Low maintenance cost and environmental impact