How to Determine the Number of Axles?

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StElliott
07/25/25 2:51am
The method to determine the number of axles is: 1. An axle is the bearing connecting two wheels, also known as a bridge. Each pair (upper and lower) of tires is essentially connected by an axle, and the number of axles refers to the count of these connecting bars; 2. A single-axle vehicle has only one axle, meaning it has only one pair of tires (two tires); 3. The small cars commonly seen in daily life usually have four tires, with each pair connected by one axle, so the number of axles in a small car is 2. The concept of axle count is mainly applied to cargo trucks, military vehicles, special-purpose vehicles, or a small number of large buses. The automobile axle (also known as the axle) is connected to the frame (or load-bearing body) through the suspension, with wheels installed at both ends.
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