ASDWire distribution date: Tue, 27 May 2008 16:29:00 GMT +0100

KAM difflocks in to improve mobility and traction

Defence Vehicle Dynamics: www.theevent.co.uk
Millbrook 25-26 June 2008 – Stand OR6

Tuesday, 27th May 2008 --[ASWire]-- KAM Differentials, the enhanced mobility, traction and off-road performance products specialist, returns to DVD in 2008, after a year of exponential expansion and growth. The company is now supplying systems for OE manufacturer on-line fit, providing aftermarket componentry to military users for existing fleet upgrades – and broadening the range of models and manufacturers for which it can offer enhanced mobility solutions.

Being unveiled for the first time in the UK at DVD 2008 is a KAM electrically operated diff-locker system for the Toyota Land Cruiser, 70 Series. The system has been developed jointly with Jankel, which uses the 70 Series base vehicle for their Al Thalab Long Range Patrol vehicle and is being supplied into a growing number of countries worldwide.

The KAM electrically operated differential locker system is also a standard feature on military versions of IVECO’s new Massif 4x4 utility vehicle. The system was previously supplied for on-line fit for the Santana PS10 – from which the Massif is derived, following IVECO’s acquisition of the Spanish vehicle builder. The KAM system is available also for civilian variants as a manufacturer line-fit option.

KAM launched its electrically operated differential locker system specifically for the Land Rover ‘Wolf’ axle at DVD last year. Following successful trials, the company now offers the system as part of a retrofit package for existing in-service vehicles including WMIK, as well as an improved mobility upgrade option for new units. Elsewhere at the show, KAM uprated driveline components are featured by other companies, such as Creation UK Limited.

To match demand and rapidly escalating supply commitments, KAM Differentials has invested significantly at its Godalming, Surrey facilities. In addition to strengthened CAD / CAM capability, the company has taken delivery of some of the latest machine tools and component manufacturing equipment. It has also created its own specially designed all-terrain test track, to support ongoing research and development.

Founder and Managing Director, Kevin Mason says, “On-going theatre operations have highlighted the critical importance of dependable off-road and all-terrain performance, particularly in soft and sandy conditions. We have a unique experience in the development and manufacture of driveline components for use in many off-road applications, competition and motorsport. This includes events such as the Dakar Rally – where performance is tested to extremes”.

At the heart of the KAM system is a precision locking device, controlled by a heavy-duty solenoid, located inside the diff pan. The solenoid is activated from a solid wired and illuminated rocker switch on the dashboard. A short power burst preloads a spring, which then forces a sliding dog along the half shaft until it locks onto the carrier. The lock-up time is typically 0.4 seconds. A low power draw then holds the solenoid in the locked state until the system is switched off.

Importantly, the system uses a special diff pan which encloses all the key components inside the axle housing. The system is designed with a special adaptor ring which can be attached to the existing axle casing. The KAM diff-lock system includes a heavy-duty 4-pinion differential carrier, which has been tested to be 40% stronger than the standard component. The company has a world patent on the design.

KAM diff-lock system components are available in a range of ratios, depending on application – or low-end or top speed requirement. Typically, a KAM differential locking kit is supplied complete with a heavy-duty carrier and carrier bearings &ndash

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