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Snowmobile having improved clearance for deep snow

US9352802B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 2014
Grant dateMay 31, 2016
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62M2027/028
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A snowmobile comprises a chassis with a front portion and a tunnel, and a power train unit supported by the chassis. The snowmobile further includes a plurality of ground-engaging members cooperating with the power train unit to operate the snowmobile. The plurality of ground-engaging members includes a pair of front skis and an endless track assembly. A snowmobile is also depicted which has a raised front chassis relative to the drives haft, which raises the clearance of the front chassis for deep snow.

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