1828 H. Steuart 242 Others, in some of the northern districts of this kingdom,..have added what they denominate a ‘Heel-beam’, 18 In. out from the axle or crossbar... It is placed immediately in front of the axle, and next to the draught-bar, to which the horses are put. In other words, the Side-stays are lengthened out..; and the position of the axle being altered, it causes the frame to project about 18 In. beyond it.