Patent classifications
B62D55/125
Tracked vehicle with adjustable track spacing
Track systems for traction of a vehicle in which a spacing of laterally-adjacent ones of the track systems in a widthwise direction of the vehicle is adjustable. This may facilitate use of the vehicle in different conditions (e.g., in different field configurations, such as in different configurations of row crops, where the vehicle is an agricultural vehicle). For instance, the spacing of the laterally-adjacent ones of the track systems may be adjustable while the laterally-adjacent ones of the track systems are connected to a power train of the vehicle and/or without requiring use of additional parts (e.g. spacers).
Tracked vehicle with adjustable track spacing
Track systems for traction of a vehicle in which a spacing of laterally-adjacent ones of the track systems in a widthwise direction of the vehicle is adjustable. This may facilitate use of the vehicle in different conditions (e.g., in different field configurations, such as in different configurations of row crops, where the vehicle is an agricultural vehicle). For instance, the spacing of the laterally-adjacent ones of the track systems may be adjustable while the laterally-adjacent ones of the track systems are connected to a power train of the vehicle and/or without requiring use of additional parts (e.g. spacers).
Track assembly for an off-road vehicle
A track assembly for traction of a tracked vehicle, such as an agricultural vehicle, an industrial vehicle (e.g., a construction vehicle) or a military vehicle, is provided. The track assembly comprises a plurality of wheels which comprises a drive wheel and a plurality of roller wheels, as well as an elastomeric endless track disposed around the plurality of wheels for engaging the ground. A roller wheel may comprise a wheel body and a covering on the wheel body. The covering may comprise a lateral portion dimensioned to contact a drive/guide lug of the track. The roller wheels and the track may implement a self-alignment system of the track assembly. The track assembly may comprise a cooling system for transferring heat away from a roller wheel. The track assembly may comprise a lateral motion mechanism allowing a roller wheel to move widthwise in response to a side load.
Track assembly for an off-road vehicle
A track assembly for traction of a tracked vehicle, such as an agricultural vehicle, an industrial vehicle (e.g., a construction vehicle) or a military vehicle, is provided. The track assembly comprises a plurality of wheels which comprises a drive wheel and a plurality of roller wheels, as well as an elastomeric endless track disposed around the plurality of wheels for engaging the ground. A roller wheel may comprise a wheel body and a covering on the wheel body. The covering may comprise a lateral portion dimensioned to contact a drive/guide lug of the track. The roller wheels and the track may implement a self-alignment system of the track assembly. The track assembly may comprise a cooling system for transferring heat away from a roller wheel. The track assembly may comprise a lateral motion mechanism allowing a roller wheel to move widthwise in response to a side load.
DRIVE SPROCKET MEMBER FOR AN ENDLESS TRACK OF A TRACKED VEHICLE
The present invention relates to a drive sprocket member for a drive wheel member of a tracked vehicle. The drive wheel member is rotatable about a centre axis for rotating an endless track. Said drive sprocket member comprises a set of tooth members arranged around the circumference of said drive sprocket member, and a ring-shaped support member for said tooth members. Said tooth members are, in an operation position, configured to project from the ring-shaped support member in a main direction essentially parallel to the axial direction of said centre axis. Said tooth members are arranged in connection to said ring-shaped support member and shaped so as to provide resilient properties in the radial direction such that, if a tooth member is subjected to a radial force exceeding a certain threshold, said tooth member is configured to deform relative to its operation position.
DRIVE SPROCKET MEMBER FOR AN ENDLESS TRACK OF A TRACKED VEHICLE
The present invention relates to a drive sprocket member for a drive wheel member of a tracked vehicle. The drive wheel member is rotatable about a centre axis for rotating an endless track. Said drive sprocket member comprises a set of tooth members arranged around the circumference of said drive sprocket member, and a ring-shaped support member for said tooth members. Said tooth members are, in an operation position, configured to project from the ring-shaped support member in a main direction essentially parallel to the axial direction of said centre axis. Said tooth members are arranged in connection to said ring-shaped support member and shaped so as to provide resilient properties in the radial direction such that, if a tooth member is subjected to a radial force exceeding a certain threshold, said tooth member is configured to deform relative to its operation position.
Loader with improved arm path
A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve f(x)=4.641e.sup.0.34x The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
Loader with improved arm path
A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame, a first track and a second track positioned on either side of the frame, and a pair of loader arms. The loader arms are configured to couple with an attachment via a hitch plate and a hitch pin. The compact utility loader is configured such that as the loader arms are raised and lowered, the hitch pin follows a path approximately defined by a curve f(x)=4.641e.sup.0.34x The value “x” represents a horizontal direction and the function f(x) represents a vertical direction.
COMPACT UTILITY LOADER
A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame including a lower portion and an upper portion. A width of the lower portion is smaller than a width of the upper portion. The compact utility loader additionally comprises a first track and a second track, with each track being positioned on a side of the frame. Each of the tracks has a width of at least 7.5 inches, and the compact utility loader has an overall width of no more than 36 inches.
COMPACT UTILITY LOADER
A compact utility loader compact utility loader comprising a frame including a lower portion and an upper portion. A width of the lower portion is smaller than a width of the upper portion. The compact utility loader additionally comprises a first track and a second track, with each track being positioned on a side of the frame. Each of the tracks has a width of at least 7.5 inches, and the compact utility loader has an overall width of no more than 36 inches.