Fontaine’s 7000 Series fifth wheels have 55,000-lb vertical and 150,000-lb drawbar pull capacities. They feature the self-adjusting No-Slack II locking mechanism, a safety trigger and light ...

Proper fifth wheel maintenance is important to ensure the tractor and trailer stay together. Runaway trailer hits minivan.” That’s what the headline screamed. While the details of why the trailer ...

As the chief fastener attaching tractor to trailer, a fifth wheel plays a fundamental role in the safety and maneuverability of combination vehicles. Unfortunately, this “alpha part” status often gets ...

Aperia Technologies introduced a new automatic tire inflation system for steer axles and a partnership with Fontaine Fifth ...

Between higher fuel prices and added weight on new vehicles as a result of heavier emissions control equipment, truck operators have become more weight conscious than ever when specifying components.

6000 Series: vertical load, 50,000 lb.; drawbar, 150,000 lb. 7000 Series: vertical load, 55,000 lb.; drawbar, 150,000 lb. H5092 Series: vertical load, 62,500 lb ...