Tracked vehicle and chassis therefor
US11691682B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 23, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D55/305
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tracked vehicle with a chassis comprising an upper frame structure connected to a lower frame structure, the lower frame structure spanning a longitudinal distance along a longitudinal direction of the vehicle, wherein over a first portion of the longitudinal distance, the lower frame structure overlaps with the upper frame structure and wherein over a second portion of the longitudinal distance, the lower frame structure does not overlap with the upper frame structure. The tracked vehicle may also comprise an operator cabin, power plant mounted to the upper frame structure and a plurality of track assemblies for traction of the tracked vehicle. Each track assembly is mounted to the lower frame structure of the chassis and comprises a drive wheel; an end wheel; and a plurality of support wheels therebetween; and an endless track disposed around the plurality of wheels for engaging a ground on which the tracked vehicle travels.
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