Description

Overview

The K-Hitch spring clamp plate secures the leaf spring pack at the axle on selected 11.5-tonne cast mechanical trailer suspensions. U-bolts work through the plate to hold the spring assembly against its seat, maintaining the clamping arrangement needed for secure axle positioning.

Features

• Spring clamping component for K-Hitch cast mechanical suspension.
• Used in single, tandem and tri-axle configurations.
• Supports the two-U-bolt spring-to-axle clamping arrangement.
• Individual plate; select fastening hardware separately.

Specifications and Materials

• Part type: spring clamp plate for mechanical leaf spring suspension.
• Suspension family: K-Hitch 11.5-tonne cast mechanical.
• Applications: overslung layouts and specified underslung three-leaf arrangements.
• Supply: one clamp plate only; U-bolts, nuts and washers are separate components.

Part number: KH600014.

See the K-Hitch 11.5-tonne overslung suspension parts view for assembly positions and associated hardware.

Compatibility and Fitment

Check whether the trailer has overslung or underslung suspension before ordering. Match the existing plate profile, leaf count, spring width, axle seat and U-bolt spacing. The underslung arrangement specifies this plate for three-leaf packs, while other configurations can use a separate clamp saddle. Select the U-bolt length for the actual spring pack rather than assuming all 11.5-tonne assemblies use identical hardware.

Related Parts

Check the related service parts below against the suspension arrangement before ordering.

Compliance and Safety

Support the trailer and relieve spring loading safely before removing axle clamps. Inspect U-bolts, nuts, washers and mating seats for stretch, cracking, corrosion or distortion. Fit sound fastening components and tighten to the suspension manufacturer’s procedure. Incorrect clamping can allow axle movement and affect tracking.

Trailer Applications

Workshops replace the K-Hitch spring clamp plate during heavy trailer leaf spring repairs, axle refits and suspension overhauls. The component suits selected mechanical suspension arrangements where damaged clamping hardware needs replacement without changing the complete spring assembly.

Why Choose ICS Trailers

Clamp plates can look similar even when the spring pack and U-bolt arrangement differ. ICS Trailers can help compare old plates, spring leaf counts, axle seat details and mounting measurements before you order. That is particularly useful when repairing an underslung suspension alongside an overslung unit in the same fleet.

• Identify the spring seat, U-bolt length and washers needed for the repair.
• Check photos and part markings to avoid ordering the wrong clamp arrangement.

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