Powertrain module for zero turn radius vehicle
US6779615B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | May 21, 2002 |
| Grant date | Aug 24, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 21, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K17/105
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A powertrain module for a zero turn radius vehicle, such as a tractor or mower, the powertrain module generally including a structural member or mounting plate to which an engine, a pair of hydrostatic transmission modules, and a pair of axle drive units are attached to form a self-contained powertrain module which may be shipped as a single packaged unit for installation into the zero turn radius implement. The mounting plate provides structural rigidity between the powertrain components attached thereto, and the mounting plate of the powertrain module may be attached directly to the frame of the vehicle, or alternatively, may itself serve as a structural frame member for the vehicle.
Source: USPTO / EPO open patent data. Objective bibliographic and citation counts.