XA-11325
Latch Assembly
SAF-Holland

This latch assembly provides a critical engagement mechanism within the fifth wheel control system, delivering positive, reliable locking to prevent unintended release during operation. The unit is designed to endure repetitive cycles and exposure to rugged environments, maintaining engagement integrity even under vibration and dynamic loads typical of highway and regional fleets. Linking to the component family dedicated to control interfaces, the latch’s function is to secure actuated links, gates, or release levers until a deliberate action decouples them. VMRS 059-001-056 identifies its role within standardized latch and hold-down hardware, ensuring compatibility and predictable service intervals across compatible platforms. The category (42781) reinforces its placement in an integrated set of safety-critical components that combine with hoses, cylinders, and top plates to deliver dependable actuation and safeguarding of the coupling system. While explicit cross references are not listed, the latch assembly is a key element in reducing uncoupling incidents and supporting operator confidence during maintenance checks and daily operations.