6K Straight Idler Trailer Axle – 6,000 lb Capacity

6K Straight Idler Trailer Axle – 6,000 lb Capacity

Bolt Pattern: 6x5.5 | Tube Size: 3" | Brand: DAT HOIST | Fully Assembled & Ready to Install

🔧 Product Overview

The DAT HOIST 6K idler trailer axle offers exceptional durability, strength, and ease of installation. Perfect for cargo trailers, utility trailers, car haulers, and more, this axle arrives fully assembled and packed with high-temp grease, so you can get your trailer back on the road fast. Whether you're upgrading or replacing, this axle is engineered for reliable, long-term performance.

📐 Specifications

• Load Capacity: 6,000 lbs (6K)

• Axle Type: Idler (No brakes)

• Tube Diameter: 3" round steel axle tube

• Bolt Pattern: 6x5.5"

• Stud Size: 1/2"-20 (press-in)

• Tire Compatibility: Fits most 15"–16" wheel assemblies

• Mount Type: Underslung (spring seats welded to bottom of tube)

• EZ-Lube Spindles: Yes – zerk fitting with rubber plug for easy maintenance

• Application: Designed for use with double eye springs

• Grease: Pre-packed with high-temp axle grease

📦 What’s Included (Pre-Assembled Components)

• DAT HOIST 6K Axle Beam – 3" tube

• DAT HOIST 6K Idler Hubs – 6x5.5 lug pattern

• Inner Bearings (×2)

• Outer Bearings (×2)

• Bearing Races (Installed)

• Double Lip Grease Seals (×2)

• Dust/Grease Caps (×2)

• Cotter Pins (×2)

• Tang Washers (×2)

• Axle Studs – 1/2" (pre-installed)

Compatible with 5.2k–6k Bearing Kits and standard EZ-Lube hardware.

✅ Key Features

• Fully Assembled: Arrives ready for fast installation

• High-Strength Axle Tube: Engineered for highway and heavy-duty use

• EZ-Lube Design: No need to remove the hub to grease bearings

• Underslung Setup: Supports lower trailer ride height

• Internal Wiring Option: Brake-ready for future upgrades

🚙 Ideal For

• Utility Trailers

• Boat & Marine Trailers

• Car Hauler Trailers

• ATV, Lawn & Landscape Trailers

• Cargo & Enclosed Trailers

• RVs, Motorcycle & BBQ Pit Trailers

💡 Why Choose DAT HOIST?

• Ships fast – usually within 1 business day

• Bulk & wholesale pricing available

• Financing options available

• Built to match Dexter, AL-KO, Lippert, and Hayes axle specs