14-19704-000 | Steering Gear Box Genuine Freightliner®

Overall Length: 15.00 in
Overall Width: 12.00 in
Mounting Hole Count: 3
Overall Height: 9.00 in
Steering Gear Type: Master, Color: Black
Finish: Painted
Gear Ratio: 18.2/1
Maximum Torque: 4871 Nm
Pump Flow Rate: 3.60 gpm
Minimum Pump Flow Rate: 3 gpm
Rotation Direction: Clockwise/Counter Clockwise

Description and Purpose

The Steering Gear Box (Part Number: 14-19704-000) is a brand-new, high-performance steering component from Haldex®. Designed to ensure precise and responsive steering, this gear box is compatible with Mack, Volvo-VNM, Peterbilt, Kenworth, and Freightliner models, including Cascadia, Century, Columbia, FL, and M2. With a robust black painted finish, this gear box weighs 80 lbs and features an 18.2:1 gear ratio, a maximum torque of 4871 Nm, and supports both clockwise and counterclockwise rotation. It includes 3 mounting holes and operates with a pump flow rate of 3–3.6 gpm.

Why Replacement is Important

A steering gear box plays a crucial role in maintaining safe and accurate steering control. Over time, wear and tear can reduce its effectiveness, leading to decreased handling precision and potential safety risks. Replacing a worn or faulty gear box ensures proper steering responsiveness, minimizes the risk of accidents, and restores the vehicle’s steering performance to optimal levels.

Impact on Vehicle Performance

A well-functioning steering gear box enhances vehicle handling and stability, providing smooth and precise steering. It improves driver confidence during tight maneuvers and ensures consistent performance under various driving conditions. Reliable steering contributes to overall vehicle safety, driver comfort, and operational efficiency.

Manufacturer Information:

Freightliner Trucks is a leading American manufacturer of semi-trucks, renowned for its robust and innovative designs. Originally established in 1929 as the truck production division of Consolidated Freightways (from which it takes its name), the company became Freightliner Corporation in 1942. Over its history, Freightliner has been a prominent name in the industry, transitioning to ownership under Daimler Truck in 1981. Since 2021, it operates as part of Daimler Truck North America, alongside Western Star, Detroit Diesel, and Thomas Built Buses.

Freightliner offers a diverse lineup of vehicles, including vans, medium-duty trucks, and heavy-duty trucks. Through its Freightliner Custom Chassis subsidiary, it also manufactures bare and cutaway chassis for various applications. A pioneer in cabover engine (COE) semitractors, Freightliner gained widespread recognition with models like the Freightliner Argosy, which was the last COE semi sold in the North American market.