Heavy duty axles are available in many makes and models with different architectures and designs in the United States. While their overall functionality remains the same, they are different in many respects and one can easily distinguish one from the other by visual inspection. There are also technical variables that can help differentiate between different types of heavy axles.

This will be the focus of today’s article as we shed some light on how heavy duty axles differ in a number of ways.

• Heavy duty front and rear axles

Not all axes are the same. Depending on where they go under the chassis of the ATV or truck and whether the equipment is front or rear wheel drive, these axles vary significantly in design and use. The facts for the right side of the vehicle / truck differ from those for the left side. They can only be used for their respective sides and cannot be used interchangeably.

• Different heavy duty axles for trucks and cars

These axles are mainly used in heavy vehicles such as trucks, buses and ATVs. They are also used in some medium and large vehicles, such as pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. These axles differ greatly depending on the size of the vehicle. Those used in 18-wheelers are large in shape and size compared to ATVs, although both are classified as heavy duty axles.

• Three axes and four axes

Many vehicles, especially large ones, use more axles than the conventional two for locomotion. These vehicles are named after the number of axles they use. Three-axle and four-axle vehicles are just a few examples of vehicles that use multiple types and variations of heavy axles. Each uses three and four axes in its assembly respectively. They are mainly used in vehicles that are used to move large heavy goods over long distances. Considering that, along with the size and capacity of the vehicle, many companies add additional axles to aid the vehicle in transport and maneuverability. Many ATVs use four axles by default.

Hopefully this will clear up the confusion related to different types of heavy duty axles. Many vehicle enthusiasts and experts have found the tips listed above to be very helpful. Whether you’re working on a car, truck, or ATV, there are certain restrictions on the type of axle you can use based on the type and size of your rig. Always ask the professionals for advice when it comes to axles. They will not only answer all your queries and give you good advice, but also help you find the correct axis.