OTR is behind the resurgence of manufacturing locally to supply large-scale operations has released 150 Series stub axles rated at 20 tonnes
OTR – Tyres Wheels Axles is the proven tyre, wheel and axle manufacturer for Agricultural machinery with the ability to design and fabricate components to any specification and assemble.
OTR’s manufacturing hubs in Perth WA, Mildura VIC and Yatala QLD, coupled with regional branches around the country, have the capacity to supply most agricultural parts with a vast range of CNC machining equipment.
All backed up by 5000-tonnes pressing capacity, automated welding stations, engineered paint line system, Autodesk design and Ansys analysis software.
Alongside the engineering expertise, OTR carries a complete range of tyres from premium brands through to cost-competitive options and can cater to all of farmer and contractor builds.
They also supply wheels from 152mm (6-inch) through to a 1371mm (54-inch) diameter or design and manufacture all designs, such as fixed welded wheels, adjustable bolted tractor wheels, demountable rim options and clip-on dual applications.
OTR also carries a complete axle assembly and spare parts range, with their locally manufactured axle range from a 500 to 20,000kg capacity now extended with the release of the 150 Series stub axle with integrated braking.
OTR 150 Series Stub Axle
OTR’s 150 Series stub axle with integrated braking offers greater flexibility for agricultural and industrial applications, designed to cater for ever-increasing power requirements.
This series of stub axles is built for agriculture, as farming equipment gets bigger and more complex, so too are the demands placed on its components.
In response to the evolving needs of both manufacturers (OEM’s) and end users, OTR’s newly developed 150 Series stub axle, fitted with high-capacity brakes, is rated at an impressive 20 tonnes per stub.
OTR engineers have recognised the way the agricultural landscape is rapidly changing.
Their 150 Series stub axle is necessary to cater for the rise of larger, heavier, and more powerful equipment, with mounting pressure from both industry legislation and safety requirements to implement more robust braking systems.
OEM’s are already anticipating tighter compliance standards, and farmers are seeking greater control and safety in the paddock and in transport. The 150 Series stub axle was designed with direct collaboration of key OEM partners to ensure they stayed ahead of regulatory shifts and provide a future-proof solution now.
Design benefits that will flow
By integrating a powerful braking system directly into its design, the 150 Series stub axle provides a load-bearing capacity of 20 tonnes per stub.
And while the design caters for large-scale farm operations, it also allows manufacturers to meet or exceed braking requirements without compromising on axle performance or requiring design changes elsewhere in the system.
According to OTR engineers, this is more than just a component upgrade with several innovations addressed, including more seamless integration of braking hardware in a high-load stub axle.
The modular design is worth noting as it will allow an easy retrofit or inclusion into any subsequent builds.
There has been collaborative engineering throughout the design process, driven by real-time OEM feedback, to culminate in a compliance-ready design, able to satisfy pending legislative changes before they arrive.
In addition, by engineering braking capacity directly into the axle, it has reduced reliance on secondary systems and further simplified future compliance pathways for manufacturers.
How farmers will benefit
OTR’s 150 Series stub axle fitted with high-capacity brakes, rated at 20 tonnes will give farmers more flexibility.
This will be noticeable with improved safety when transporting equipment at high speeds around the farm and when transporting on public roads.
Operators can also expect to have greater control across adverse terrain when towing heavy loads.
Farm managers can be confident in knowing their equipment is fully compliant with upcoming rules.
The integrated design of the OTR 150 Series stub axle withreducing system complexity and fewer potential failure points, will result in reduced downtime.
A summary of the benefits
OTR – Tyres Wheels Axles 150 Series stub axle isn’t just about meeting standards: it’s about setting them now, and for future farm equipment development.
Designed with foresight, built with purpose, and tested for real-time performance, the 150 Series stub axle with integrated braking is the next step in agricultural design, safety, and innovation.
OTR – Tyres Wheels Axles 150 Series stub axle offers:
- 20T capacity per stub with brakes, without compromise.
- Improved braking performance, especially under full load.
- Simplified assembly and integration for OEMs.
Manufactured from the best Australian BlueScope steel products, OTR axles, heavy-duty parts and components are developed with one goal: to maximise the uptime of a farm work fleet.
For further information, take a look at OTR’s informative website www.otrtyreswheelsaxles.com or call now on 1300 CALL OTR (1300 2255 687).
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