Spicer Dual Range Tandem Axles User Manual
Spicer, Dual range tandem axles

DT463-P
DT521-P
46,000 lbs. [20,865 kg] – 52,000 lbs. [23,587 kg]
Spicer
®
Dual Range
Tandem Axles
Spicer
®
DT463-P Dual Range Tandem Axle
Reasons to spec a Spicer
®
dual range tandem
axle over a single reduction axle.
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Greater operational flexibility with low and
high ratios. Smooth truck operation…on or
off-highway.
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Easy to operate. A hand-operated toggle valve
sets an air shift system into action to change
ranges.
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Increases truck resale value.
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High resistance to spin-out and shock loading.
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Involute splines on drive pinions and shafts
for greater torque capacity.
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Precision Flow forged differential gears
for greater strength and impact resistance.
Power, Speed and Top Efficiency
for On/Off Highway Applications.
Actually two axles in one! Single reduction
gearing for highway speeds and planetary
double reduction gearing for high torque,
deep-hole pulling power off-highway.
Dual range feature eliminates the need
for auxiliary transmissions,
extreme overdrives and deep
reduction transmissions.
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Standard power divider lube pump provides
optimum power divider lubrication for long life
and dependable performance.
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Patented lube flow system for superior spin-out
protection.
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High performance Microlip™ seals are standard,
virtually eliminating all oil leaks.
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Full range of available ratios cover a wide variety
of applications.
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High-entry or standard tandems available
in “extra” heavy-duty axles.