Mounting controls on right rear corner post of operators cab
US6286897A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 10, 2000 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 10, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02F9/2004
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A work vehicle having a supporting frame and ground engaging wheels is provided with a work implement mounted to the rear portion of the work vehicle. The work implement is designed to drag a body behind the vehicle. The operations of the work vehicle is controlled from an operators cab mounted to the supporting frame. The operators cab is provided with a ROPS for protecting the operator. The ROPS is provided with four vertically extending supporting posts, left and right front supporting posts, and left and right rear supporting posts. An operators seat is located in the operators cab and is arranged diagonally to the longitudinal centerline of the vehicle. The operators seat faces both to the front and to the right side. The right rear corner post is provided with at least one operator control that is in the line of sight of the operator when seated in the operators seat.
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