tandem axle
Paired truck axles
A tandem axle is a pair of axles positioned close together, typically on the rear of a truck or trailer.
The dual-axle configuration distributes weight more evenly and increases load capacity: The tandem axle on that eighteen-wheeler helps it haul heavier freight.
Tandem axles also improve stability and traction compared to single-axle setups.
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- semi-truckCab with detachable cargo trailer
- big rigTractor-trailer combination
- haulingTransporting heavy items
- wide loadTransport exceeding standard width
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