RK10495AL-P
Fifth Wheel Handle Kit, Operating Rod
SAF-Holland

Fifth wheel operating rod handle kit provides the control path for the release linkage, delivering reliable actuation of the primary uncoupling mechanism. The kit comprises essential components synchronized for balanced movement, including an operating handle and the associated extension springs that maintain tension through the release cycle. The design emphasizes smooth, predictable travel and a crisp return, even after long service hours in dusty, humid, or temperature‑extreme environments. VMRS code 059-001-016 places the item in the fifth wheel control subset, with category 42799 indicating its role in operating hardware used to actuate the kingpin release. Compatibility spans SAF-Holland assemblies that use the operating rod configuration specified in Gen III lines and similar fifth wheel drive interfaces. Benefits include reduced operator effort, consistent actuation force, and fewer sticking events during cold starts or wet conditions. The kit supports routine maintenance, refurbishments, and OEM upgrades, ensuring continued reliability for fleet operations in long haul, regional, and vocational segments where frequent coupling and uncoupling are part of daily workflow.