The Schafer 45 axle assembly is engineered to support high-load off-highway vehicles with axle loads up to 6,500 lbs. Designed for demanding applications such as construction equipment, agricultural machinery, material handling vehicles, ground support equipment (GSE) and specialty industrial machines, it delivers dependable performance in rugged environments. Featuring a modular architecture, broad ratio options and multiple configuration capabilities, the Schafer 45 provides a highly adaptable driveline solution for complex and evolving equipment requirements.
- Axle Weight Rating
- Standard: 5000 lbs (2270 kg)
- Heavy Duty: 6500 lbs (2950 kg)
- Steering: 3500 lbs (1590 kg)
- Output Torque Ratings
- Continuous: 1000 ft-lbs (1355 Nm)
- Intermittent: 4000 ft-lbs (5420 Nm)
- Available Ratios
- Range from 4.10:1 to 34.04:1
- Brake Options
- Drum
- Disc caliper
- Wheel Mounting Options
- 5 on 5.5" (139.7mm) B.C.
- 6 on 5.5" (139.7mm) B.C.
- 8 on 6.5” (165.1mm) B.C.
- Input Type
- Mechanical (input yoke or companion flange)
- Electric (motor specific)
- Hydraulic
- Disconnect For Towing
- Manual release available on hydraulic input, enquire for other options
- Optional independent suspension design available