Oldfart Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 What is Camelback suspension? I see it mentioned on the older trucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Popular Post 67RModel Posted June 17, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted June 17, 2021 It is a tandem axle spring type suspension that was designed and patented by Mack a very long time ago. It is still very common on vocational specd trucks and is exclusive to the Mack brand. It provides tremendous articulation and off road traction. Not the smoothest riding but certainly not the worst either. If maintained properly it is bulletproof. It has been offered in capacities from 38,000 lbs to 64,000 lbs (maybe more). It is probably the finest all around vocational suspension ever developed, which is why it is still so common after probably 75+ years. The principle has been copied or used as the basis for other similar spring suspensions such as the Volvo T Ride and Freightliner Tuff Trac suspensions. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 mrsmackpaul Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 Yep, pretty much what is said above, the ride isnt the best but everything else about them is, they do have a really good following even today because of the things mentioned All though most people would prefer a air ride truck for comfort a Mack with a air suspension cab and a air ride seat gives a acceptable ride with camelbacks Paul 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 mrgumby Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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What is Camelback suspension? I see it mentioned on the older trucks.
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