Why Do Hardcore Off-Road Vehicles Use Solid Axles?

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MacElisa
07/30/25 9:16am
Hardcore off-road vehicles use solid axles for the following reasons: 1. The structure of solid axle suspension is simple and reliable; 2. It offers excellent durability; 3. It enables off-road vehicles to handle more extreme road conditions. Hardcore off-road vehicles come standard with three essential features: a part-time four-wheel-drive system, a body-on-frame construction, and solid axle suspension. A hardcore off-road vehicle is a high-performance off-road vehicle designed for use on rugged terrain. Its key characteristics include: 1. Body-on-frame construction; 2. Front and rear solid axles, meaning each wheel on the front and rear is connected by a single axle to the wheel on the opposite side; 3. A mechanical transfer case; 4. A large-displacement off-road engine with low-speed, high-torque output.
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