Tractor Suspension Systems - Hendrickson
Hendrickson has the tractor suspension to fit your specific needs. Hendrickson suspensions provide superior driver comfort, excellent durability, and optimum cargo and equipment protection.
AIRTEK represents a quantum leap in front suspension and axle technology. This product offers unmatched ride and handling performance while providing up to 55 pounds of weight savings and reduced maintenance requirements. AIRTEK utilizes a Hendrickson manufactured steer axle called STEERTEK.

Capacity: 12,000 lbs. - 14,600 lbs.
Application: On-highway line and bulk haul tractors and medium duty bus.

The SOFTEK system combines Hendrickson's fabricated, box section STEERTEK axle and MONOLEAF spring technology to create a cutting-edge, weight-saving front suspension system. This lightweight system delivers enhanced ride, stability and handling characteristics while reducing weight and maintenance to help increase payload capacity. SOFTEK is designed for heavy-duty truck applications rated at 12,000- and 12,350-pound capacities. STEERTEK is also available with the AIRTEK front air suspension. Contact Hendrickson or an OEM for availability.

Capacity: 12,000 lbs and 12,350 lbs.
Application: On-highway line and bulk haul tractors

Designed as the platform for OEM proprietary and next generation front axle / suspension systems, Hendrickson's STEERTEK axle is the first fabricated front steer axle in the industry. Based on proprietary design and manufacturing technology that give the system a superior strength to weight ratio, STEERTEK serves as the durable, lightweight alternative to antiquated I-beam axles. The patented two-piece knuckle contributes to outstanding turning radius and reduced maintenance.

Capacity: Up to 14,600 lbs.
Application: Approved for on-highway applications.
HTB™ LT  — On-highway Rear Air Suspension

HTB LT is a lightweight, non-torque reactive, 40,000 lb. rear air suspension for on-highway trucks, with the additional benefits of a smooth ride and reduced lifecycle costs.

Capacity: 20,000 lbs. - 40,000 lbs.
Application: Ideal for weight sensitive applications such as bulk haul, refrigerated vans, and flatbed operations.


HAS™ 120/150/190/210/230  — Single Axle Series
Superior ride for increased cargo protection and driver comfort. Exceptional durability in stop-and-go environments. Performs well in all P & D, beverage, fire rescue, and school bus and commercial bus applications.

Capacity: 12,000 lbs. - 23,000 lbs.
Application: Typical applications include beverage trucks, buses, emergency vehicles, refuse, sweepers, tanker trucks, on-highway vans.

HAS™ 40LH  — Air Suspensions
Features superior passenger comfort, exceptional handling, and enhanced stability for both front-engine and rear-engine buses.

Capacity: 40,000 lbs.
Application: Approved for commercial and school buses.
RT™ / RTE™ Series — Steel Leaf Spring Suspensions
RT™ / RTE™ Series is a durable steel spring suspension with a legacy of over 70 years of reliability in the most severe applications. Hendrickson-designed springs provide a consistent spring rate for longer life as the equalizing beams distribute load equally between both axles for improved traction. The system performs well in a variety of vocational truck applications.

Suspension Capacity: 40,000 - 65,000 lbs.
Application: Approved for all vocational applications.