3.8 Drop-side, panel van and box bodies
- The point-to-point transfer of forces should be distributed equally over the chassis via a subframe.
- To do this, it should not be prone to twisting, it should rest on the longitudinal members and run up to the cab (versions as per item 3.3).
- For chassis with crew cab, shortening of the rear frame overhang may be necessary. This should be checked with an axle load calculation.
- High centre of gravity points for custom bodies/body attachments and payload impair the driving and braking response of the vehicle. The chassis can be equipped in the factory with relevant anti-roll bars/shocks.
- There may be a necessity to alter the positions for lighting, markings and exterior mirrors due to width and length of body. These are listed under item 3.12 - 3.15.
- The necessary underbody guard or side protection device is described under item 3.18 and 3.19.
Resistance torque figures of subframe longitudinal members for drop-side bodies:
Model | Wx/ longitudinal member in cm3 | |
Crafter 30 (3,0t)
Crafter 35 (3,5t) | 17 | For profile dimensions see diagram item 3.3. The figures given refer to normal operating conditions, without overhang extension. |
Crafter 50 (5,0t) | 30 |
