Published September 21 2023

MLGW4-200

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MLGW4-200

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Building on Hewland’s extensive and successful history in off-road racing, a newly developed 4WD solution has been launched to meet the needs high performance off-road series.

Based on the MLGW-200 transmission, the MLGW4 is a lightweight, high performance in tunnel 4WD solution with a central adjustable preload differential splitting the drive distribution to the front and the rear. 

The design incorporates an input drop gear, allowing the drive output height to be maintained at a level in-line with the clutch shaft. This provides for an exceptionally lightweight and compact gearbox to suit a wide range of front-engined, rear wheel drive race and rally applications.

KEY BENEFITS

  1. Variable transfer ratios and input drop gears

  2. Modern selection technology from the Hewland range ensures reliable performance

  3. Optional external Semi-Auto system provides consistent shift times and significantly increased component life

SPECIFICATIONS

Normal Application: High performance off-road 
Case Material: Aluminium
Shift Pattern: 5 or 6-speed with reverse
Selection: Manual SequentialSemi-Auto Sequential
Mounting Layout: In Tunnel
Max. Engine Torque: 800 Nm / 590 lb.ft torque capacity
Cluster Layout: Longitudinal straight-cut cluster with Input Drop Gear
Weight: 36 Kg
Lubrication: Pressurised distribution system, with 250 micron internal filter and external cooler connections
Differential: Externally adjustable preloadCartridge style
Semi-Auto Compatibility: External bolt-on Hewland Semi-Auto option

RATIOS & FINAL DRIVES

DROP GEAR OPTIONS

Part Number Description Ratio (1st)
MLG-24:27-TR DROP GEAR 1.125
MLG-27:28-TR * DROP GEAR 1.037
MLG-24:24-TR DROP GEAR 1.000
MLG-28:27-TR * DROP GEAR 0.964
MLG-27:24-TR DROP GEAR 0.889

GEAR RATIO OPTIONS

Layshaft Option (Integral 1st and 2nd)

Part Number Description Ratio (1st) Ratio 2nd
MLGW-12:38-15:32 LAYSHAFT (1ST & 2ND) 3.167 2.133

Standard Gear Options (3rd to 5th)

Part Number Description Ratio (1st) Ratio 2nd
MLGW-17:28-STD RATIO 1.647 -
MLGW-18:24-STD RATIO 1.333 -
MLGW-20:22-STD RATIO 1.100 -

6th Gear Options

Part Number Description Ratio (1st) Ratio 2nd
MLGW-25:24-HUB RATIO 0.960 -
Please enquire for additional ratios, further options subject to evaluation.

TOOLING

Fork Setting Handle - SK-1732-B
Fork Setting Plate - SK-2444-B
Fork Setting Support Post - SK-2853-A