Why You Want To Be A 5th Wheel When It Comes To SAF Holland Truck Parts

Cars and most trucks run on four wheels, and most heavy-duty trucks run on six to eight to eighteen for that matter. But what's so important about a fifth wheel? And we're not talking about when you're out with your two best friends and their spouses.

The Fifth Wheel is a trucking term actually doesn't have to do much with wheels at all. The 5th wheel is a hitch that allows you as a driver to connect your cargo to the back of your heavy-duty vehicle. It is a "U" shaped component that links the tractor to the cab in most heavy-duty trucking cases.

So why is it important? Well you don't want your precious cargo falling off the back while you're out on the road right? We think some of the best solutions come from SAF Holland, and we've broken some of those parts and solutions down for you today.

SAF Holland

SAF Holland is one of our brands that's located internationally in Luxembourg. They're one of the largest suppliers in the commercial vehicle market in Europe and a present in the United States as well as most of the world.

What Do They Make?

Holland specializes in chassis systems and components that are used by trailers, trucks and buses as well. Their products range from axle and suspension systems to landing gear, kingpins and of course, fifth wheels.

5th Wheel Systems By SAF Holland

SAF Holland makes 5th Wheels for several applications, and a broken down into series for tractors, cost-conscious fleets, heavy-duty, terminal tractor, lightweight and fifth wheels with top plates.

Holland FW35 Series

Holland touts this to be the world's most popular fifth wheel. Most fifth wheels require grease or lube to stay mobile, but the FW35's "NoLobe Articulation Pocket Liners" help give proper articulation to the hinge. It's built with a precision TwinLock mechanism which is built with jaws that are steel forged for quick and reliable kingpin coupling. It also offers easy-lock adjustment which makes for infinite locking positions and better kingpin durability.

Where Can I Find Them?

SAF Holland 5th Wheels, Lock Adjustment Tools, landing gear and more can be found here on our SAF Holland brand page. Be on the look-out for more tips and blogs about our 5th wheel offerings.