Independent Front Suspension (IFS)
- Independent suspension is the core expertise area of BRIST.
- Having a proven track record over 20 years in the field and various global patents on hand, BRIST offers a wide range of independent suspensions both in drive & non-drive use.
- BRIST Axle is the only company in world offering FULL RANGE of independent front suspension (IFS) for all the 16.0″, 17.5″, 19.5″ and 22.5″ rim sizes.
- BRIST IFS is modular while offering different options in brake (air, hydraulic or electric brake), in steering (electronic or mechanical steering) and in suspension (air, coil or hydropneumatics suspension).
- As known, independent front suspension technology is the latest axle technology. It has been widely preffered by buses and now increasingly demanded by electric trucks. Compared to a rigid front suspension, an independent front suspension offers improved roll stability, better comfort at ride & handling; , lower weight and wider aisle corridor.
- Various types of BRIST IFS has proven its performance through the vehicles of its well-known customers across the globe. (e.g. Hyundai, Alexander Dennis, Arrival, Isuzu, Otokar, and many more)
| Type | Axle Load Max (kgf) | Typical Vehicle Length (m) | Tire Size Max | Wheel Cut | Wheel Travel (mm) | Axle Weight* (kg) | Wheel Size (mm) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | IDS BJ 30-160 | 3,000 | 4 to 7 | 235/65 R16.0″ | ask for further info | ± 80 | 130 | 16.0″x6.0″ Bolt Circle 130 |
 | IFS TJC 45-175 | 4,500 | 6 to 8 | 235/75 R17.5″ | 54°/42.5° | ± 80 | 278 | 17.5″x6.75″ Bolt Circle 205 |
 | IFS TJC 55-195 | 5,500 | 7 to 9 | 265/70 R19.5″ | 55°/44° | ± 90 | 380 | 19.5″x7.5″ Bolt Circle 275 |
 | IFS TJ 58-225 | 5,800 | 8 to 10 | 275/70 R22.5″ | 55°/45° | ± 90 | 469 | 22.5″x7.5″ Bolt Circle 335 |
 | IFS TJC 80-225 | 8,000 | 10 to 18 | 315/70 R22.5″ | 55°/49° | ± 90 | 460 | 22.5″x9″ Bolt Circle 335 |
 | IS TJC 120-225 | 12,000 | 10 to 32 | 445/65 R22.5″ | ask for further info | ± 80 | 572 | 22.5″x13″ Bolt Circle 335 |
*excluding loose items being out of basic scope of supply, which can vary upon customer specifications.
| IFS BJ 30-160 | |
|---|---|
| Axle Load Max | 3,000 kgf |
| Typical Vehicle Length | 4 to 7 m |
| Tire Size Max | 235/65 R16.0″ |
| Wheel Cut | ask for further info |
| Wheel Travel | ± 80 mm |
| Axle Weight | 130 kg |
| Wheel Size | 16.0″x6.0″ Bolt Circle 130 mm |
| IFS TJC 45-175 | |
|---|---|
| Axle Load Max | 4,500 kgf |
| Typical Vehicle Length | 6 to 8 m |
| Tire Size Max | 235/75 R17.5″ |
| Wheel Cut | 54°/42.5° |
| Wheel Travel | ± 80 mm |
| Axle Weight | 278 kg |
| Wheel Size | 17.5″x6.75″ Bolt Circle 205 mm |
| IFS TJC 55-195 | |
|---|---|
| Axle Load Max | 5,500 kgf |
| Typical Vehicle Length | 7 to 9 m |
| Tire Size Max | 265/70 R19.5″ |
| Wheel Cut | 55°/44° |
| Wheel Travel | ± 90 mm |
| Axle Weight | 380 kg |
| IFS TJ 58-225 | |
|---|---|
| Axle Load Max | 5,800 kgf |
| Typical Vehicle Length | 8 to 10 m |
| Tire Size Max | 275/70 R22.5″ |
| Wheel Cut | 55°/45° |
| Wheel Travel | ± 90 mm |
| Axle Weight | 469 kg |
| IFS TJC 80-225
| |
|---|---|
| Axle Load Max | 8,000 kgf |
| Typical Vehicle Length | 10 to 18 m |
| Tire Size Max | 275/70 R22.5″ |
| Wheel Cut | 55°/49° |
| Wheel Travel | ± 90 mm |
| Axle Weight | 460 kg |
| Wheel Size | 22.5″x9″ Bolt Circle 335 mm |