New Spicer Tandem Axles

Dana introduced the first of a new family of heavy-duty 40,000-pound tandem drive axles, the new Spicer Pro-40, designed to offer fleets a reliable, lightweight and competitively priced alternative to currently available axles for linehaul, bulk, regional and city delivery vehicles.

The Spicer Pro-40 offers a dramatic weight reduction and improved power density, according to the company, which enables customers to increase payload, improve fuel economy and ultimately improve their bottom line. The axle is more than 120 pounds lighter than the nearest competitive axle, the company says, and 100 pounds lighter than the current Dana Spicer DS404.

Planned availability with a popular range of ratios from 3.25-3.90, the Spicer Pro-40 axle can be used on commercial trucks with 9-, 10-, 12-, or 13-speed overdrive transmissions, diesel engines rated up to 475-horsepower and 1750 lb-ft. of torque and GCW ratings up to 80,000 pounds.

Like all Dana 40,000-pound axles, the Spicer Pro-40 is approved with 2-inch outset wheels with optional 11 mm wall housing. It is planned to be available for initial shipments later this year.