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live axle

/lɪv ˈæksəl/

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/lɪv ˈæksəl/C1formaltechnical
  • ruТип подвески транспортного средства, при котором колёса с каждой стороны оси жёстко соединены, заставляя их двигаться вместе как единое целое. Обычно встречается в грузовиках и старых автомобилях.

A type of vehicle suspension system where the wheels on each side of the axle are rigidly connected, causing them to move together as a single unit. Commonly found in trucks and older vehicles.

  1. Automotive componentC1formal

    A type of axle system where the wheels are directly driven by the axle, which rotates with them, commonly used in rear-wheel-drive vehicles.

    ruВедущий мост

    • The truck uses a live axle to transfer power to the rear wheels.
    • Live axles are simpler and more durable than independent suspension systems.
    • Mechanics often prefer live axles for heavy-duty vehicles due to their strength.