Western Star has two new suspension options available, a high-capacity air suspension and a an all-wheel-drive vocational suspension.


The first, a Neway 60,000-pound-capacity AD 260 Tandem air suspension system, is available for all Western Star truck models using Dana D60-190 axles, and contributes to the vehicles' road-holding and handling and positive axle alignment. This virtually eliminates tire hop and provides superior traction, according to the company, which also says it's the highest capacity air suspension in the industry. The Neway system also provides predictable roll stiffness for high center of gravity loads, which is particularly important for front and rear discharge mixers.

In addition to the Neway system, the 40,000-pound TufTrac All Wheel Drive (AWD) high-performance vocational suspension is also available as an option for the Western Star 4800 with 40,000-pound axles. Specifically designed for on- and off-road high articulation operations where it's important to navigate bumps, ridges and washboard without bottoming out, the 40,000-pound TufTrac mounting is a lighter, more affordable alternative than the 46,000-pound option.

Additional benefits of the 40,000-pound TufTrac include a uniform load over each wheel, maximum traction and a smooth and quiet ride.

Both the Neway AD 260 Tandem and 40,000-pound TufTrac suspensions are now available to order.

For more information: www.westernstar.com