Hi-spec engineering expands the specification of its Kompactor tandem and tridem axle trailers and slurry tankers with new ISOBUS-integrated hydraulic suspension and electric steering systems, aimed at improving control, automation and in-field efficiency.
Central to the update is the introduction of the Fad Sidra hydraulic axle suspension system, which is fully manageable from the tractor cab. The system allows each wheel to operate independently, delivering improved ride quality over uneven terrain while maintaining consistent machine stability on slopes.
Through ISOBUS control, operators can adjust chassis height on the move, optimise axle loading and manage transport settings from the cab. When travelling empty, the front axle can be lifted via the terminal to reduce rolling resistance and tyre wear, while automatic load equalisation helps distribute weight evenly across all axles, supporting braking performance and reducing soil compaction.
Complementing the suspension option is a new electric steering system, available across all Kompactor machines with tandem or tridem running gear. Controlled entirely via ISOBUS, the system replaces forced hydraulic steering with a simpler, electronically managed setup that offers greater functionality.
Axle-mounted steering sensors, combined with a gyroscope to monitor machine orientation, feed real-time data to the control unit. This enables automated steering responses based on direction of travel and field conditions, while allowing the operator to manually override or fine-tune axle behaviour from the terminal when required.
In addition to conventional steering modes, ISOBUS control enables crab steering to be selected in-cab, helping to minimise soil compaction during slurry application or haulage operations. For road safety, the system automatically locks axle steering above a user-defined speed threshold.
By integrating suspension and steering functions into the tractor’s ISOBUS environment, Hi-spec is targeting operators seeking greater automation, improved machine control and reduced workload when operating high-capacity trailers and slurry tankers in demanding conditions.
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