Smart-Steer®
Smart-Steer® Features
Dexter’s Self-Steer axles are load tested to the breaking point to ensure your safety on the road, built with high-strength forged steel components and leading kingpin design for optimum control and performance. These are the strongest, most innovative self-steer axles on the road by increasing trailer load-carrying capacity and stability. Dexter utilizes industry-standard components for optimum durability and easy installation. Each Self-Steer axle is designed to be compatible with various drum and disc brakes sizes.
FEATURES:
- Track lengths up to 140”
- Capacities up to 25,000 lbs.
- Integrated air ride suspensions available
- Tire inflation system ready
- SPIF-compliant design
- Dual draw key kingpin design
- Multiple lock mechanism designs are available
SUPERIOR TURN RADIUS
- Increases trailer maneuverability
- Less scrubbing provides longer tire life and less frame stress
- Adjustable steer stops to maximize turn angles up to 30°
SMART TORPRESS
- An advanced center-steer, turn damper provides true-tracking stability
- Provides increased life, better performance, and pressure-sensing capability
- Removes the need for the proportioning valve, regulators, pressure valves, and air hoses
- More reliable and easier to service
INTEGRATED EXPANSION TANK OPTION
- The industry’s only self-steer axle beam with an integrated expansion tank option
- Patented design eliminates external expansion tanks saving room, weight, and money
- Plug and play system includes axle preparation, fittings, air brake tubing and drain, installation
- Tested in accordance with SAE J10 specifications
BEAM UPGRADE OPTIONS
LARGE DIAMETER
- Perfect for weight-sensitive applications, it saves 25-30 lbs. per axle
DROP CENTER
- Standard and inverted
- 6” or 8” drops