As a suspension medium, air has many advantages. As loads change the ride height remains constant so that the suspension is always at its optimum ride height. Spring rates progressively increase with both load and air pressure giving superior ride quality. This is why many semi trailers hauling fruit or delicate loads utilise air suspension on the truck and/or trailer.
The cruisemaster air independent suspension has been developed specifically for caravans and trailers. The use of air springs has been known in the truck and bus industry for many years as a way of both protecting loads and even the road surface. The load sharing suspension has many advantages over traditional coil or leaf spring products.
The independent arms mean that bumps experienced on one side of the camper are not directly transferred to the opposite side. As the wheels rid over undulations they stay perpendicular to the road surface.
The air springs themselves are able to be adjusted to keep constant ride height no matter what load is being carried. In doing so the internal air pressure changes and so does the spring rate giving a perfect ride for all load conditions.
The control system for the air suspension provides for the ability to level the camper trailer or your vehicle across slopes when parked. The onboard air tank provides a ready supply of compressed air for pumping up tyres as well.
Literally riding on air, the suspension provides the best protection for your camper or vehicle.
Air suspension will protect the components inside the caravan over a wider range of conditions than most other suspensions. This is an important issue today with caravans carrying more electronic equipment including TV units and stereo systems.
This type of premium suspension helps guarantee that all contents and belongings will be in sound condition after a hard days travelling.
The CRUISEMASTER® Air suspension system also allows the caravan to be lowered onto the bump stops when a reduced height is required especially for entering garages or parking spaces. Depending on the system selected, this can lower the caravan an additional 85-95mm.
In the unlikely event of a system failure the bump stops act as a drive home safe facility enabling the caravan to remain mobile (albeit at a reduced speed) until a service facility is reached.
The Air Bags are constructed similarly to vehicle tyres and are extremely robust. If installed correctly the likelihood of air leaks or Air Bag failure is remote.
Available in Single and Tandem axle Configurations
Load Rating:
- Single Axle - 1400, 1700 and 2100 Kgs
- Tandem Axle - 2800, 3400 and 4200 Kgs
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Air Systems Available
No. 1 - Base Kit - Comprises two Shraeder valve fittings to allow lowering and raising via an external air source.
No. 2 - Manual - Incorporates an on board Standard Compressor, controls and gauges for lowering and raising.
No. 3 - Manual HD - Incorporates an on board Heavy Duty Compressor, Air Tank, a line for tyre inflation, gauges and controls to allow lowering and raising.
No 4 - Manual Auto - Same as the No 3 kit with Automatic ride height adjustment with the option to manually over-ride when required.
Why Choose Independent Suspension?
