THE FRONT BOOT
AL-KO LAUNCHES
ENDURO X
Al-Ko has launched a new independent
caravan suspension system.
Enduro X features a ‘clamshell’ suspension
arm, which Al-Ko says reduces the weight
of the suspension system “while maintaining
the strength needed for the harsh Australian
conditions”.
“The lower unsprung weight delivers handling
and performance benefits, while automotive
grade black eCoat helps ensure rust and chip
resistance,” Al-Ko says.
Another feature of Enduro X is a forged bolt-on
stub, which Al-Ko says provides more strength
and the ability to adjust the caravan’s ride
height to suit the towing conditions.
For the first time, the Enduro range will also
now include an air suspension option.
“Since we first launched the Enduro range four
years ago, Al-Ko’s Australian engineers have
spent hundreds of hours refining the concept
to deliver an engineered suspension system a
level above what has been seen in the market
to date,” Al-Ko Australia and New Zealand
managing director Peter Mannfolk said.
He said Enduro X was tested extensively
in off-road conditions at the Anglesea
Automotive Research Centre prior to release,
with tests simulating over 150,000km of real-
world towing.
“Consistent with the Enduro range, Enduro X
includes the integration of high performance
Al-Ko shock absorbers – now with the
addition of an upgraded metal casing,” Mr
Mannfolk said.
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Other features include Australian-made
coil springs, maintenance-free bushes and
integrated tow and camber adjustment.
Enduro X is will be available for caravan
manufacturers to integrate into their vans
from early 2020.