DF701S | Bus steering axle
The Dongfeng Dana Coach Axle DF701S is a high-performance I-beam steering axle in the F6.0, F7.0, and F8.0 series with a rated load of 7000 kg, suitable for air brake dual brake specifications (φ400×150 or φ410×180 brakes, 22.5″ wheel flange);
Core parameter breakthroughs: Industry-leading widest wheelbase adjustment range of 2045-2645 mm (600 mm span) and ultra-large rim mounting distance of 1967-2468 mm for flexible layout; Main kingpin center distance of 1,815 mm enhances steering rigidity, while a composite front axle drop of 105+37 mm improves maneuverability on complex terrain;
Standard equipment includes 8.25×22.5 rims and 275/70R22.5-18PR heavy-duty tires, with optional maintenance-free hub units, providing reliable load-bearing and braking performance for heavy-duty buses.
We provide full life cycle services for all customers, from design to power system supply, from installation to commissioning, from after-sales service training to spare parts supply, from trouble shooting to overhaul technical support.
DF701S Product Features
Heavy-duty design: Covers the 6.0 to 8.0 ton class, with the bridge body made of high-strength alloy steel in one piece, improving torsional rigidity by 40% and suitable for heavy-duty applications such as BRT and double-decker buses.
All-around quiet technology: Spiral bevel gears with precision grinding + active electromagnetic noise reduction, NVH optimized by 50%, driving noise ≤58dB (high-speed conditions).
Intelligent Braking Safety: Standard dual-circuit air brakes + EBS + hydraulic retarder, integrated with ESP vehicle stability control system, response time ≤0.1 seconds, braking distance reduced by 25%.
Million-Kilometer Maintenance-Free: IP6K9K fully sealed design + intelligent temperature-controlled lubrication system, key components (gears/bearings) with a lifespan of ≥1 million kilometers, maintenance intervals exceeding 100,000 kilometers.
Technical Specifications
| Category: | Steering axle |
| Platform: | DF701S |
| Basic Structure: | I-beam |
| Rated Load (kg): | 7000 |
| Brake Structure/Specifications: | Air brake/φ400×150、φ410×180、22.5″ |
| Maximum External Width A (mm): | 2045 – 2645 |
| Rim Installation Distance B (mm): | 1967-2468 |
| Kingpin Center Distance C (mm): | 1815 |
| Spring Distance D (mm): | 820-1180 |
| Front Axle Drop (mm): | 105+37 |
| Kingpin Inclination/Wheel Camber: | 7°/1° |
| Inner Wheel Steering Angle/Outer Wheel Steering Angle: | 47° |
| Rim: | 8.25×22.5 |
| Tire: | 275/70R22.5 – 18PR |
| Wheel Bolts: | 10-M22×1.5 |
| Wheel Bolt Circle E (mm): | φ335 |
| Wheel Toe (mm): | 1 – 3 |
| Air Chamber Interface Dimensions: | NPT1/4、Z1/4、M16×1.5 |
| Optional Information: | Maintenance-Free Hub Unit |
| Lead Time: | 15 – 30 Working Days |
Model | Rated Load (Kg) | Brake Structure Form/Specification | Maximum Overall Width A (mm) | Rim | Tire | Wheel Bolt |
| DF701S | 7000 | Air brake/φ400×150、φ410×180、22.5″ | 2045 – 2645 | 8.25×22.5 | 275/70R22.5 – 18PR | 10 – M22×1.5 |
| DF601S | 6000 | Air brake/φ400×150、22.5″ | 2251 – 2538 | 8.25×22.5 | 11.00R22.5 | 10 – M22×1.5 |
| DF801S | 8000 | Air brake/φ410×180、22.5″ | 2457 – 2503 | 9.00×22.5 | 315/80R22.5 | 10 – M22×1.5 |
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Basic information of bus steering axle | |||
| Category | Steering Axle | Basic Structure Form | I – beam |
| Rim Mounting Distance B (mm) | 1967 – 2468 | Kingpin Center Distance C (mm) | 1815 |
| Spring Distance D (mm) | 820 – 1180 | Front Axle Drop (mm) | 105 + 37 |
| Kingpin Inclination Angle/Wheel Camber Angle | 7°/1° | Inner Wheel Steering Angle/Outer Wheel Steering Angle | 47° |
| Wheel Bolt Distribution Circle E (mm) | φ335 | Wheel Toe – in (mm) | 1-3 |
| Air Chamber Interface Size | NPT1/4、M16×1.5、Z1/4 | Optional Information | Maintenance – free Hub Unit |
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