solid axle vs independent front suspension

Unlike solid front axles, independent front suspensions (or IFS for short) allow each wheel to move independently of each other. This is the higher-tech suspension option for sure. There are more moving parts needed to allow each wheel its own axis of movement. Each wheel is connected to a series of control arms.

WHAT IS INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION?
Unlike solid front axles, independent front suspensions (or IFS for short) allow each wheel to move independently of each other.

This is the higher-tech suspension option for sure. There are more moving parts needed to allow each wheel its own axis of movement. Each wheel is connected to a series of control arms. And unlike solid front axles, steering inputs are transmitted to the wheels through a series of tie rods. All in all, IFS systems are considerably more complex than solid axles.

Both suspension systems can handle rough terrain in their own ways. If you simply care about having a solid and reliable rig, then a live axle will do just fine. If absolute perfection is your goal, then an IFS setup is what you need.

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