Forklift Steering Axle 30DH-211000 — OEM Rear Axle Assembly for Heli 30HB 3-Ton Forklift

The 30DH-211000 is an OEM steering axle assembly specifically designed for the Heli 30HB series 3-ton forklifts. This axle uses a transverse hydraulic cylinder design mounted on a forged I-beam with the kingpins pressed into induction-hardened bores. The 30HB series represents Heli’s heavy-duty 3-ton platform, and its steering axle is engineered with reinforced kingpin bosses (approximately 15% thicker wall section than the standard CPCD30 axle) to accommodate the higher dynamic loads encountered in heavy industrial applications such as steel mills, foundries, and port operations. The steering cylinder is a double-acting design with a 50mm bore and 30mm rod diameter, providing approximately 18 kN of steering force — sufficient to turn fully-loaded steer tires on high-friction surfaces. The tie rod ends use greasable spherical bearings with hardened ball studs (HRC 58-62) and PTFE-lined sockets that provide a maintenance interval of 500 hours between greasing.

The 30DH-211000 axle assembly is distinguished from the standard CPCD30 axle by its mounting configuration — the 30HB chassis uses a wider frame rail spacing (approximately 40mm wider than standard), and the axle beam mounting pads are positioned accordingly. Installing a standard CPCD30 axle on a 30HB chassis will result in an incorrect kingpin inclination angle of approximately 1.5 degrees, causing the forklift to pull to the left during straight-line travel and producing inner-edge tire wear within the first 200 hours of operation. Before ordering, verify the chassis rail spacing and the axle beam mounting bolt pattern on your specific machine. The axle pivot pin on the 30HB has a larger diameter (45mm vs 40mm on standard axles) and uses a needle roller bearing instead of a bronze bushing — this bearing must be inspected during every 1,000-hour service for brinelling (indentation of the bearing race from impact loads) which manifests as a rhythmic “clicking” noise from the rear axle during low-speed travel. Common failure symptoms: forklift consistently pulls to one side (incorrect axle installed or bent beam), steering wheel free play exceeding 20 degrees (combined kingpin and tie rod wear), and a metallic clicking noise from the rear axle at low speed (brinelled pivot bearing).

This axle fits Heli 30HB series 3-ton forklifts. Verify OEM number 30DH-211000 and the chassis rail spacing before ordering — this axle is NOT interchangeable with standard CPCD30 axles. For related steering components, visit our Forklift Steering Axle section.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 30DH-211000
• Application: Heli 30HB Series 3-Ton Forklift (Heavy-Duty)
• Cylinder: Transverse Double-Acting, 50mm Bore × 30mm Rod
• Steering Force: ~18 kN at 150 bar
• Pivot Bearing: 45mm Needle Roller (Not Bronze Bushing)
• Kingpin Boss: Reinforced Wall Section (15% Thicker than Standard)

Compatible Forklift Models

Each axle is factory-aligned, pressure-tested, and packed in a reinforced steel crate. Ships within 2-3 business days. 12-month warranty. Browse our Forklift Steering Axle catalog.