Balancing a load

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Palazon, Jun 26, 2009.

  1. Jun 26, 2009 #1
    Palazon

    Palazon Road Train Member

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    Ok, let me start by saying I can make a load legal. I drive for Swift in the Heavy division. Is there a way to balance the load over the various axles that makes it more efficient to run? I don't have anything specific in mind (traction, fuel consumption, power), just trying to learn from the guys more experienced.

    Normaly, I drive a 4 axle frieghtliner, with either a 3 axle adjustable trailer (reefer) or a 3 axle non adjustable with a tag (dry).
     
    Palazon, Jun 26, 2009
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  3. Apr 19, 2011 #2
    txmoorej

    txmoorej Bobtail Member

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    Yes, there is.
     
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  4. Apr 19, 2011 #3
    Yatista

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    The weight on your heaviest axle or set of axles makes it the hardest to pull. Not real news to anyone but can have an extreme effect on ride, fuel economy, and ability to climb grades. It is best, within bridge laws, to adjust axle sets to as close to equal as reasonable with the drives being slightly heavier that the trailer set.
     
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  5. Apr 19, 2011 #4
    txmoorej

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    I agree, Yatista.
     
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