Air Shock Comparison
| Shock Type | Applications | Advantages |
|---|---|---|
| Radflo 2.0 Air Shock | UTVs, dune buggies, Sand Rails, Jeep builds, lightweight rock crawlers, trail rigs, trail riding vehicles, OHV vehicles, compact off-road vehicles | Lightweight design, combines spring and shock into a single unit, excellent articulation, compact packaging, simple installation, ideal for lighter vehicles and budget-conscious builds |
| Radflo 2.5 Air Shock | Rock crawlers, Jeep builds, rock crawler chassis, rock bouncers, mud trucks, overland builds, expedition vehicles, dune buggies, Sand Rails, custom off-road vehicles | Increased oil volume, greater damping capacity, improved heat dissipation, supports heavier vehicles and larger tires, enhanced suspension control, excellent balance of performance and simplicity |
What are Air Shocks?
Radflo Off-Road Air Shocks provide a lightweight and highly tunable suspension solution for rock crawlers, rock bouncers, trail rigs, Ultra4 cars, tube chassis, mud trucks, mega trucks and dune buggies. Unlike traditional coilover suspension systems that rely on steel springs, air shocks use compressed nitrogen and suspension oil to support vehicle weight and control suspension movement. This eliminates the need for external springs while reducing overall suspension weight and simplifying packaging in tight chassis designs. Available in multiple travel lengths and configurations, air shocks remain a popular choice for builders seeking maximum articulation, simplicity, and adjustability.
Commonly used on custom off-road suspension systems, Radflo air shocks allow ride height, spring rate characteristics, and damping performance to be tuned through nitrogen pressure and internal valving adjustments. Their compact design makes them ideal for lightweight off-road and racing applications where suspension packaging can be challenging. Built with race-proven components and fully rebuildable construction, Radflo air shocks deliver reliable performance, excellent articulation, and consistent control across rocks, trails, climbs, dunes and technical terrain while maintaining the durability required for demanding off-road use.