Tracked vehicle
US10384732B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 20, 2017 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02F9/16
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tracked vehicle, such as tracked carrier to carry and enable use of work equipment (e.g., a crane, an aerial work platform, a drill rig, etc.) on various terrains, is provided. The tracked vehicle may comprise a frame comprising an equipment mounting area for mounting work equipment above the frame. The frame may comprise a pair of side rails that have a spacing in a widthwise direction of the tracked vehicle which corresponds to a standard truck frame side rail spacing (e.g., 34 inches). An operator cabin comprises a seating area which may comprise a single seat for an operator or a first seat for the operator and a second seat for a second person next to the operator. At least part of a power plant of the tracked vehicle may be mounted above the frame and behind the operator cabin. The tracked vehicle comprises a plurality of track assemblies for traction of the tracked vehicle.
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