PTV 35/44/55/66 Installation Manual
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Strength Requirements
Reference the chart below for side wall requirements. Ensure that the body side wall, corner post, and rear sill
strength requirements are met for your liftgate.
Truck body or trailer must be capable of supporting minimum forces and loads shown below.
Side Wall Requirements
PTV 35
PTV 44
PTV 55
PTV 66
X = Side Wall Tension
1900 lbs.
2400 lbs.
2950 lbs.
3500 lbs.
Y = Side Wall Compression
1900 lbs.
2400 lbs.
2950 lbs.
3500 lbs.
Z = Side Wall Shear
2700 lbs.
3100 lbs.
3800 lbs.
4300 lbs.