Sliding Dropdown Coupling

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For Trailers

Nexus® Sliding Couplings move from side to side, to minimise suzi stretch and reduce the risk of snagging on the corners of the trailer.

Our expertly engineered solutions can also offer simple and efficient ground level coupling.

Find a model to suit your requirements

Nexus® systems are engineered to fit all truck and trailer combinations.

SD21 Sliding Dropdown Coupling

  • Ground Access Coupling i
  • Lower Coupling Height i
  • Single Action Extension i
  • Auto Service Plate Release i
  • Slides in Transit i
  • Maximum Corrosion Resistance i
  • Service Plate: Low Friction Premium Ball-Bearing Rail i
  • Ground Access: Low Friction Premium Ball-Bearing Rail i
  • Electrical and Pneumatic Services Pre-Installed i
  • Brake Valve Interlock i
Ground Access Coupling
Health & Safety: Driver is not required to get up onto catwalk and work between the truck and trailer.
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Lower Coupling Height
Provides a comfortable coupling height even for shorter drivers.
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Single Action Extension
One handle to unlock the unit and pull the beam out to the coupling position.
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Auto Service Plate Release
Prevents a breakdown scenario because the service plate can never be left locked in a position that breaches the trailer turn radius.
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Slides in Transit
Minimises suzi coil stretch and reduces the risk of them snagging on the corners of the trailer.
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Maximum Corrosion Resistance
Stainless steel and aluminium construction means long term corrosion protection.
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Service Plate: Low Friction Premium Ball-Bearing Rail
Minimises friction in all weather conditions.
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Ground Access: Low Friction Premium Ball-Bearing Rail
Minimises friction in all weather conditions. Less force required from driver to extend the beam to the coupling position.
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Electrical and Pneumatic Services Pre-Installed
Receive our sliding coupling with pneumatic hose and Trucklite or Aspöck cable extensions pre-installed for plug and play fitting.
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Brake Valve Interlock
Applies the trailer brakes until the unit is fully locked back into position
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Sliding Dropdown Coupling Features

Nexus® systems are proudly designed and manufactured in the UK.

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Fluid Power Design Ltd T/A Nexus Vehicle Systems
Unit 2b
Dysart Road
Grantham
NG31 7LE

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