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Snowmobile

US9809195B2 · kind B2 · utility

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17Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 22, 2013
Grant dateNov 7, 2017
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Expiry dateMar 30, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/473
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vehicle is shown such as a snowmobile, where a frame includes a tunnel and a front frame portion comprised of cast halves. A suspension system is comprised of upper and lower control arms connected to the front frame portion. Some of the frame components are adhesively fixed together. A powertrain is supported by the frame, and is comprised of an engine and a clutch. The clutch includes a clutch guard supporting an oil container. The engine has an exhaust system which extends through the front frame portion. The snowmobile also has a rear snow deflector.

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