Vehicle axle
In a vehicle description, an axle identifies a set of wheels positioned along a transverse reference line. Depending on the design, it may be a steering axle, a driven axle, or serve other functions.
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In a vehicle description, an axle identifies a set of wheels positioned along a transverse reference line. Depending on the design, it may be a steering axle, a driven axle, or serve other functions.
Reviewed 05.10.2026