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Lippert V000242536 - 3,500 lb Drop Trailer Axle with Electric Brakes & Springs
Product Overview
The Lippert Components V000242536 is a fully assembled 3,500 lb capacity drop axle designed for improved trailer stability and lower ride height. Featuring a built-in drop design, this axle lowers the trailer center of gravity - ideal for easier loading, improved towing control, and better overall handling.
This complete axle assembly comes equipped with pre-installed electric brakes and leaf springs, making it a ready-to-install solution for utility trailers, cargo trailers, and light-duty equipment haulers. Built with Lippert’s proven durability and precision manufacturing, it’s a dependable replacement or upgrade for OEM trailer systems.
Key Features
3,500 lb Weight Capacity - Ideal for single-axle trailers or tandem setups
Drop Axle Design - Lowers trailer height for improved stability and loading
Pre-Assembled Electric Brakes - Reliable stopping power, ready to wire and go
Includes Leaf Springs - Simplifies installation and ensures proper suspension match
Fully Assembled Beam - Reduces install time versus component builds
Industry-Standard Compatibility - Works with common hubs, wheels, and hardware
Durable Powder-Coated Finish - Corrosion resistance for long service life
What’s Included
1 × 3,500 lb drop axle beam
Pre-installed electric brake assemblies (left & right)
Brake mounting plates (integrated)
Leaf springs (matched set)
Spring seats (welded in place)
Specifications
Part Number: V000242536
Capacity: 3,500 lbs
Axle Type: Drop axle
Brake Type: Electric drum brakes (pre-installed)
Spring Configuration: Included leaf springs
Construction: High-strength steel axle tube
Finish: Powder-coated
Mounting Style: Spring seat (underslung or overslung depending on setup)
Note: Hub face and spring center dimensions should always be confirmed against your trailer before ordering to ensure proper fitment.
Application & Fitment
Utility trailers
Cargo trailers
Landscape trailers
Small equipment haulers
RV and camper trailers (light-duty applications)
Compatible with standard trailer components including:
Electric brake controllers
5-bolt hub/drum assemblies (typical for 3,500 lb axles)
Standard leaf spring hanger kits
Hitch Warehouse Tip ??
When installing a drop axle like the V000242536, always verify:
Spring orientation (overslung vs. underslung) to maintain proper ride height
Brake wiring polarity and grounding for consistent braking performance
Equalizer and hanger condition if installing in a tandem setup
A drop axle will typically lower your trailer by approximately 3/4 inches, which can significantly improve loading ease - but make sure you still maintain adequate ground clearance for your terrain.
Optional Add-Ons (Recommended)
Trailer wiring kits and junction boxes
Breakaway kits and battery systems
Hub/drum assemblies (if not included or upgrading)
U-bolt kits and mounting hardware
This product has not yet been reviewed.