Description
Small-eye, fixed-length torque rod with 23-15/16″ center-to-center spacing for Freightliner FAS II and Airliner air-ride suspensions. Direct replacement for Freightliner 16-18972-001 (also crosses to 16-16749-001 and 16-15632-01). ATRO part number TR46-41716, supplied with TS00-22500 bushings and backed by a 2-year warranty.
Signs You Need a New Torque Rod
- Visible cracks or bends in the rod body or eye ends
- Worn, dry-rotted, or oil-saturated rubber bushings
- Axle dog-tracking, abnormal tire wear, or steering pull under load
- Clunking or thudding from the rear suspension over bumps
Specifications
| Manufacturer | ATRO |
|---|---|
| Part Number | TR46-41716 |
| Part Type | Torque Rod, Small Eye, Fixed Length |
| Length (C-C) | 23-15/16″ |
| Bolt Hole | 5/8″ |
| Bushing | TS00-22500 (qty 2) |
| Bushing Length | 4-3/8″ C-C |
| Qty per Vehicle | Typically 2 |
| Suspension | Freightliner FAS II / Airliner |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
Cross References
This torque rod replaces or is equivalent to the following part numbers:
- Freightliner: 16-18972-001, 16-16749-001, 16-15632-01, 681 326 67 16
- Automann: TMR514, TMR514F, TMR514FR, TMR534
- Clevite: 943885, 947100, TR030010030
- Dayton Parts: 345-212
- Newstar: S-13373
- Gaff: GAFF11078
- Flagg: FL39
- Gaumers: 3604
Applications
This torque rod fits Freightliner trucks with FAS II and Airliner air-ride suspensions, including:
- Freightliner Cascadia, Columbia, Century Class, Coronado
- Freightliner FLD, FLC, Classic, Argosy
- Freightliner Business Class M2 (FAS II/Airliner equipped)
Verify suspension type, rod length, and bolt-hole size before ordering. Replace bushings (TS00-22500) at the same time for best service life.









