suspension systems

Rotary dampers from Horstman

Horstman’s robust, combat proven rotary dampers have been deployed worldwide, and provide inherently superior damping performance over conventional linear shocks.

Developed by Horstman in the 1970s for the UK MOD Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) requirement, rotary damper suspension provided an upgrade in performance and reduced external space claim over linear shock absorber solutions.

Our rotary dampers provide a compact and efficient damping solution with improved heat dissipation when compared to linear dampers. Besides the superior damping performance the additional advantages are the direct mounting to the hull/chassis, the combat proven quality and low operating costs.

Benefits

Rugged and combat proven rotary dampers with direct mounting abilities.

The Horstman’s rotary dampers have been in service on the Warrior IFV for more than 40 years. Naturally, we have been continuously optimizing our products with enhanced seals, friction coatings and finishes. Geometries have been computer-optimized and the damper weight reduced.

All this with one goal – optimizing usability and uptime for reliable and high-performance when needed in critical mission. The results are unmatched, rugged and combat proven rotary dampers with the highest uptime.

The primary function of a damper is to absorb the energy of vehicle motion and turn it in to heat energy which can be dissipated over time
By mounting to the chassis/hull a rotary damper has superior heat transfer capability compared to a lower capability linear shock

Horstman's rotary dampers provide inherently superior damping performance with improved heat dissipation when compared to linear dampers.

More than 40 years of fielded service from the Arctic to the Tropics, and everywhere in between
Proven combat service in Afghanistan, the Balkans & Iraq

Maintenance free construction resulting in a very low operation and maintenance cost.

Usage & References

Rotary dampers from Horstman – empowering multiple vehicles.

With the Horstman Group, their experts and portfolio, we specialize in developing a diverse array of rotary dampers for tracked and heavy-duty wheeled vehicles. Over decades, we have equipped a variety of projects with our state-of-the-art dampers. We are proud that our rotary dampers are part of the Warrior, the ULAN or ASCOD, the Paladin and Primus howitzer, the CV-90 and other mission critical vehicles.

This track record has not only enabled us to offer a broad range of products but also honed our ability to tailor these solutions to meet the unique demands and project requirements of each customer. We pride ourselves on delivering not just products, but customized solutions that enhance the performance and reliability of our clients' vehicles.