Fortis Series Service Training

Drive Axle Overview

Hyster
(S-N 1.5-3.5T)
Fortis Series
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Learning Objectives

Describe how the components

of the Hyster (S-N 1.5-3.5T)
Fortis Drive Axle have
changed from the previous
models.

Describe the principles of

operation for the Hyster (S-N
1.5-3.5T) Fortis Drive Axle.
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Drive Axle Location

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Drive Axle
Independent drive axle system
is being used
(isolated power train design)
Axle is secured by 4 capscrews
mounted to the frame

4 Mounting Points
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Drive Axle

Two types of drive axle are being used:

Standard Type – (for 1 – 2T)

Large Type – (for 2 – 3.5T)

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Drop Box Technology

Through this technology, One common

standard transmission for 1-3.5T range
is achieved.

UJ and Input Shaft is being used to

reduce engine vibration.

UJ, Input Shaft and Drop Box Cover is

the same for 1-3.5T.

Drop Input
UJ
Box shaft
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Drop Box Technology

Four different gear ratios are being used

for the drop box case:

a. 1 – 2T
b. 2 – 2.5T
c. 3T petrol/ LPG, 3-3.5T diesel
d. 3.5T LPG/ Petrol
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Hyster (S-N 1-3.5T) Fortis Transmission/ Diff Assy.

Drop Box Control Valve

Solenoid Valve
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Differential
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Left and Right Hand Diff Carrier

Bolted to the center section of the axle

bolts
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Speed Sensor
For travel Speed Indicator Input Use
It is also needed for limiting Travel Speed
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Summary
The key points to remember are:
Drive axle is very important to
effective operation of the new
features of the truck.

The new drive axle features

greatly improve the operator’s
control of truck while traveling.

Hyster Fortis truck drive axle

have been designed and
engineered for durability
and reliability.