Track assembly and vehicle
US12012163B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 1, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 18, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62M2027/027
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A track assembly is to be mounted on a drive axle of a vehicle. The track assembly has a frame, at least one leading idler wheel mounted to the front of the frame for rotation about a transverse leading idler wheel axis, at least one trailing idler wheel mounted to the rear of the frame for rotation about a traverse trailing idler wheel axis parallel to the leading idler wheel axis, a single drive wheel assembly, and at least two slide rails. The slide rails have corresponding forward-facing portions, central portions, and rearward-facing portions. The forward-facing portions project from the front ends of the central portions by a projection that is greater than a length of the central portions. A vehicle having the track assembly is also encompassed. A kit of track assemblies is also encompassed.
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