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SOFTEK® BUS/RV

Integrated Front Suspension and Steer Axle System

SOFTEK® is an integrated front suspension and robotically welded steer axle that work together to form an integrated torsion system. This lightweight system delivers enhanced ride, stability and handling characteristics while reducing weight and maintenance. SOFTEK utilizes STEERTEK, Hendrickson's fabricated, box-section front steer axle. STEERTEK is also available with the AIRTEK front air suspension.

Literature

Sales Literature

45745-494 - SOFTEK / COMFORT AIR Lion Electric FlyerREV -02/19447K 45745-494FR - SOFTEK / COMFORT AIR Lion Electric French FlyerREV 03/19463K 45745-258 SOFTEK FCCC for RV ApplicationsREV C03/132.5M 45745-258 SOFTEK FCCC for Bus ApplicationsREV C09/122.5 45745-300 AIRTEK/SOFTEK/COMFORT AIR/PARASTEER for Blue Bird Bus Brochure Sell SheetREV A06/20504K

Parts Lists

SP-172 AIRTEK / SOFTEK Parts List for Blue Bird BusREV J12/202.1 MB SP-184 AIRTEK/SOFTEK Parts List for SpartanREV H03/203.3 MB SP-214 SOFTEK Parts List for Workhorse UFO Motorhome ChassisREV C11/18619kb SP-183 SOFTEK/AIRTEK Parts List for FCCC Motorhome ChassisREV G11/131.8Mb SP-312 SOFTEK Parts List for Lion BusREV B11/181.2MB

Technical

17730-248 AIRTEK/SOFTEK Blue Bird Buses Tech ProcedureREV G04/149.1 MB 17730-253 SOFTEK/AIRTEK for FCCC Motorhome ChassisREV F11/138.9Mb 17730-257 SOFTEK for Workhorse UFO MotorhomeREV B11/075.4Mg 17730-259 AIRTEK/SOFTEK for Spartan Tech ProcedureREV B01/127.5M 17730-312 SOFTEK Front Suspension for Lion BusREV A03/194.8MB SEU-0223 STEERTEK NXT/STEERTEK Tie Rod Assemblies & Ends Technical Bulletin REV E07/20222kb SEU-0102 STEERTEK NXT/STEERTEK Axle Technical Bulletin Towing ProcedureREV C09/11346 KB SEU-0227 STEERTEK Bulletin-Unauthorized Axle Camber ModificationsREV A06/11263kb
Extended Warranty Truck Literature

Superb Ride

  • Optimized leaf spring design and premium shocks result in an outstanding ride.
 

Stability and Handling

  • Leaf spring assembly forms torsion system with box section axle, enhancing roll stability characteristics.
 

Weight Savings

  • The unique design of the STEERTEK axle contributes to a lightweight design
 

Durability

  • Durable rubber bushings require no lubrication.
 

Reduced Maintenance

  • Unique two-piece knuckle design eliminates the need to remove the kingpin to service the knuckle.
 

Up to 55 Degrees of Wheel Cut

  • Superior maneuverability in tight spaces, such as school parking lots, city streets, gas station and camp grounds.