Detroit® Tandem Rear Axle

Larger Differentials + Precision-Machined Gears = More Uptime

Detroit® continues to refine and expand its lineup of axles. New heavy-duty drive technology provides customers with the latest technology to help improve efficiency and performance.

Designed for higher torque applications, quieter operation and increased payload capacity, Detroit rear-drive axles are also easy to maintain, increasing your uptime and reducing your cost of ownership. Detroit tandem axles feature Axle Lubrication Management 2.0 (ALM2) technology, optimizing oil flow within the carrier to improve fuel efficiency.

Brochures & Videos

Model 4S & 4T

34,000 lbs to 44,000 lbs

Weight Ratings

Model 4V

44,000 lbs to 46,000 lbs

Weight Ratings

Tandem Rear Axle Explorer

Click through the tabs below to learn more about the Tandem Rear Axle features and benefits.

Seal Design

Improved seal design for optimal leak protection.

Heavy Duty Yokes and Flanges

Added robustness to optimize drivetrain performance in down speeding applications.

Hypoid Design

Achieves maximum balance in fuel efficiency and durability.

Axle Lubrication Management 2.0

Regulates oil level at the ring gear to reduce friction and parasitic loss, extending gear life and improving fuel economy.
 
 

Extensive Parts Availability

Trained technicians are ready to serve you at any of our 800+ authorized Detroit locations across the highways and backroads of North America.

Parts & Service

Model Options

Designed for a wide range of applications and truck models.
Freightliner logo. Freightliner
02 48 A5 6619 FINAL R 06SEP2024 300X300
Cascadia (Fifth Generation)
new-cascadia-300x300.jpg
Cascadia (Fourth Generation)
FTL M2 112 Plus Available Truck Model Image
M2 112 Plus
The Freightliner M2 106 Plus truck on a road in front of a green field.
M2 106 Plus
114sd_301x300.jpg
114SD Plus
108sd_301x300.jpg
108SD Plus
Western Star logo Western Star
47x_sf_super_dump_301x300.jpg
47X
49x-green-dump-min_301x300.jpg
49X
Find A Dealer

Integrated Detroit Powertrain

ONLY ONE COMPANY CAN DELIVER THIS LEVEL OF INTEGRATION

The Integrated Detroit® Powertrain delivers the performance and dependability you need to run your business efficiently. Detroit has designed, engineered and manufactured the engine, transmission and axles to work together seamlessly, providing the optimal powertrain solution for your business needs. The integrated Detroit Powertrain is available in the Freightliner Cascadia.

Integrated Detroit Powertrain

Brochures and Spec Sheets

Detroit Powertrain Product Overview Guide (Freightliner New Cascadia)