suspension systems

Horstman Linear Dampers

Our Linear Damper solutions provide a best value solution that is simple, rugged and backed by a hundred years of all-terrain, all-weather experience. From the same family we enable growth to computer controlled variable damping (semi-active) and force-inserting (fully active damping) suspension as well as ride height management systems.

The heritage and quality of the General Kinetic Engineering Corp product range are fully retained and supported as part of Horstman Canada’s ongoing operations.

Horstman has developed traditional Linear Damper spring suspensions for vehicles ranging from light snowmobiles and All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) through small and medium-sized pick-up trucks and SUVs to large agricultural vehicles and wheeled and tracked armored personnel carriers.

Our Linear Damper solutions provide an affordable means for customers to either increase the weight carried by the vehicle or to improve vehicle performance at the stock vehicle weight.

Benefits

Cost-effective solution with solid performance and seamless fit for your platform.

The most extensive experience and broadest portfolio at hand allows us for customization at various price and performance points, ensuring that units can optimize their vehicles to meet specific mission requirements without compromising on quality or efficiency. Furthermore, the adaptability of these systems facilitates the addition of accessories, enhancing vehicle functionality and crew comfort. Through these strategic enhancements, linear dampers offer a versatile, cost-effective solution to modern military mobility challenges, paving the way for superior performance and resilience in the field.

Off-the-shelf solutions are available to CAV customers increasing stock commercial vehicle curb weight by addition of armor.

Complete kit solutions are available for a wide range of commercial vehicles including coil, leaf or torsion bar springs, shock absorbers, stabilizer bars, hydraulic bump stops and upgraded steering systems.

Remote reservoir shocks with manually tuned damping, position sensitive damping, computer controlled variable damping or force-inserting fully active damping options are available allowing customers to pick the right cost / performance price point for their application.

Coil, leaf or torsion bar springs
Stabilizer bars
Independent suspension conversions & higher capacity axles
Pitman Arm
Ball Joint
Steering Dampers
Tie Rods
Axle modification
Hydraulic Bump Stop
Lift Kit

Usage & References

Linear dampers from Horstman – empowering multiple vehicles.

Proven in the FV430 Bulldog, Eitan 8×8 APCs, a wide variety of Commercial Armored Vehicles (CAVs) including the Cadillac Escalade, Dodge 5500, Ford F250 & F550, Ford Ranger T6, Toyota Hilux, LC200, LC76 & 79 and other platforms.