Pitman arm 6x6
Steering lever arm for 6x6 military vehicles
The pitman arm forms the crucial connection between the steering box and the steering linkage. This component converts the rotational movement of the steering box into the linear movement required to turn the wheels. Essential component for reliable steering of heavy military 6x6 vehicles.
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Material Forged steel |
Design 6x6 configuration |
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Type Steering component |
Mounting Via ball joint to drag link |
Features
- Connects steering box to steering linkage
- Converts rotation to linear movement
- Forged construction for high load capacity
- Ball joint for drag link connection
- Mounting on steering box sector shaft
★ Forged steel pitman arm to original specifications for military 6x6 vehicles. Withstands the heavy loads of off-road use.
Application
For 6x6 military lorries. Always verify dimensions and steering box type before ordering, as different versions exist for different vehicles and build years.
Installation notes
Installation requires a special pitman arm puller for removal of the old arm. The arm is mounted on the sector shaft of the steering box and connected to the drag link via a ball joint. Ensure correct torque on the mounting bolt. Check complete steering movement after installation and lubricate the ball joint.
Compatibility
Specific for 6x6 configuration. Not interchangeable with 4x4 pitman arms. Note differences in sector shaft diameter and length between different vehicle models.
Historical context
The pitman arm was an essential component of the recirculating ball steering system that was standard on WWII military lorries. This robust construction had to withstand extreme conditions in all theatres of war.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
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This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Dodge | |
| Dodge WC63 6x6 (winch) | 1943, 1944, 1945 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)
