TRAILER TYPE L
Capacities from 500 to 4,000 lbs. per axle, front mounted tie-rods. The type “L” unit is normally used where low initial cost and design simplicity are of paramount importance. This type ‘L” front steering axle is especially suited for low speed interplant and low speed runway type use. The typical corresponding rear axle for the type “L” front steering axle can accommodate many different types of springs, brakes, hubs, wheels and tires for this front and rear axle assembly. Different capacity rear and front axles may be used when necessary.
SOME SAMPLE RUNNING GEAR COMBINATIONS
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DESIGN NOTES
When a drawbar latch is required the tongue length must be sufficient so that the drawbar is attached in front of the frame. MIL-M-8090 requires the drawbar to be raised at any possible cramping or turning angle of the tongue.