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Heavy-Duty Performance

The Air Link^® Tandem Drive Suspension is a unique combination of air and walking beam technology. It delivers everything you demand in a heavy-duty suspension - high roll stability, low maintenance and a smooth ride. The unique design also ensures maximum traction and load equalization throughout articulation.

Air Link comes as an option on Mack, Volvo, Kenworth and Navistar vocational chassis. Air Link is available in standard 46K, 52K, 60K & 85K configurations. The suspension can also be retrofitted as a bolt on aftermarket package for older vocational trucks.

Air Link exceeds industry requirements for heavy duty suspension applications. It has been proven to lower operating and maintenance costs, reduce damage to chassis and mounted equipment, diminish vibrations, lengthen tire life, extend suspension and bushing life, and reduce downtime. Air Link is available for capacities ranging from 46,000 lbs. to 85,000 lbs.

Features

Mounting Bracket System
The mounting is flexible with engineered variants to be bolted to C-Channel frame rails or welded to box frame designs. For bolt on suspensions, the pattern and size of bolts can be adjusted to suit OEM grid patterns and preferred hardware.
Rugged Walking Beams
The rugged beam construction evenly distributes the load for maximum traction and maintained alignment. The walking beams are designed without bearings and seals for minimal maintenance and wear points.
High Volume Air Springs
High volume air springs offer low natural frequency for optimum ride qualities laden or unladen. An internal rubber jounce stop supports the vehicle during airless operation (frame will drop 2”).
Dual Height Control Valves
Dual height control valves maintain optimum vehicle ride height independent of load. Both control valves level the vehicle side-to-side. Each valve controls one side of the suspension to reduce lean with uneven cargo.
Shock Absorbers
Each set of shock absorbers are tuned for optimal ride characteristics, enabling the best ride possible, regardless of road conditions. Shock absorbers dampen the suspension over uneven terrain to enhance driver comfort.
Low Maintenance Bushings
Heavy duty bushings provide a longer service life and minimal maintenance. The bushings do not require grease and the bar pin end bushing shims allow for easy alignment.
Axle Compatibility
Compatible with most common drive axles including Dana, Meritor, Mack, and others. The suspension comes with a variety of axle connections including bar pin, through-pin, and alignment bushings.
100% Off-Highway Rating
Air Link suits a variety of heavy-duty applications. The unique combination of air over walking beam design delivers high stability and vertical stiffness to create a stable off-highway suspension.

Testimonials

“We only had to engage 6-wheel drive 1-2 per year because of how well the Air Link transfers the weight to the ground and makes maintaining traction significantly easier.” Dan Smith VP & Product Manager

“Link determined the root cause of the problem and supported the installation of the solution. Other suspension providers offered air suspensions or walking beam suspensions, but Air Link provided a combination of the two that we needed.” Jason Schafer General Manager

“The key benefit of the Air Link is the walking beam does the function of load equalization and the air bags provide the cushion for a superior ride.” Andrew Harman Project Engineer

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Specifications

Select model:

	AL-460-TD
Weight (base unit)	1,250 lbs
Axle Spread (Min)	50 in
Axle Spread (Max)	72 in
Capacity	46,000 lbs

	AL-520-TD
Weight (base unit)	1,250 lbs
Axle Spread (Min)	50 in
Axle Spread (Max)	72 in
Capacity	52,000 lbs

	AL-650-TD
Weight (base unit)	1,425 lbs
Axle Spread (Min)	60 in
Axle Spread (Max)	60 in
Capacity	65,000 lbs

	AL-850-TD
Weight (base unit)	1,900 lbs
Axle Spread (Min)	60 in
Axle Spread (Max)	64 in
Capacity	85,000 lbs

	Weight (base unit)	Axle Spread (Min)	Axle Spread (Max)	Capacity
AL-460-TD	1,250 lbs	50 in	72 in	46,000 lbs
AL-520-TD	1,250 lbs	50 in	72 in	52,000 lbs
AL-650-TD	1,425 lbs	60 in	60 in	65,000 lbs
AL-850-TD	1,900 lbs	60 in	64 in	85,000 lbs

Note: Bolt-on retrofit kits are available upon request

Product Codes

Select model:

	International 46K
Model	HV & WorkStar
Axle Spread(s)	54 in.
Capacity	46,000 lbs.
Product Code	0014VKL

	International 52K
Model	HV & WorkStar
Axle Spread(s)	54 in.
Capacity	52,000 lbs.
Product Code	0014VKJ

	International 85K
Model	5900I
Axle Spread(s)	60 in.
Capacity	85,000 lbs.
Product Code	0014VKN

	Kenworth 65K
Model	C500, T800, & T880
Axle Spread(s)	60 in.
Capacity	65,000 lbs.
Product Code	3769010

	Kenworth 85K
Model	C500, T800, & T880
Axle Spread(s)	60 in.
Capacity	85,000 lbs.
Product Code	3779012

	Mack 46K
Model	Granite & TerraPro
Axle Spread(s)	54 & 60 in.
Capacity	46,000 lbs.
Product Code	1864202

	Mack 52K
Model	Granite & TerraPro
Axle Spread(s)	54 & 60 in.
Capacity	52,000 lbs.
Product Code	1864201

	Mack 85K
Model	Granite
Axle Spread(s)	64 in.
Capacity	85,000 lbs.
Product Code	1864203

	Volvo 46K
Model	VHD & VNX
Axle Spread(s)	54 & 60 in.
Capacity	46,000 lbs.
Product Code	350451

	Volvo 60K
Model	VHD & VNX
Axle Spread(s)	60 in.
Capacity	60,000 lbs.
Product Code	350499

	Model	Axle Spread(s)	Capacity	Product Code
International 46K	HV & WorkStar	54 in.	46,000 lbs.	0014VKL
International 52K	HV & WorkStar	54 in.	52,000 lbs.	0014VKJ
International 85K	5900I	60 in.	85,000 lbs.	0014VKN
Kenworth 65K	C500, T800, & T880	60 in.	65,000 lbs.	3769010
Kenworth 85K	C500, T800, & T880	60 in.	85,000 lbs.	3779012
Mack 46K	Granite & TerraPro	54 & 60 in.	46,000 lbs.	1864202
Mack 52K	Granite & TerraPro	54 & 60 in.	52,000 lbs.	1864201
Mack 85K	Granite	64 in.	85,000 lbs.	1864203
Volvo 46K	VHD & VNX	54 & 60 in.	46,000 lbs.	350451
Volvo 60K	VHD & VNX	60 in.	60,000 lbs.	350499