Suspension mechanism for tracked vehicles

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1980-01-23

1982-02-09

Peters, Jr., Joseph F.

Motor vehicles

Including one or more ski-like or runner members

With at least one surface-engaging propulsion element

180 956, 305 24, B62M 2702

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043146180

ABSTRACT:
A vehicle having an endless track which is in driving engagement at the front end portion with an engine-driven wheel. A slide rail assembly is provided for engagement with the lower run of the endless track. The suspension mechanism includes a suspension spring assembly which is connected at the front end directly or indirectly with the slide rail assembly. The other end of the spring assembly is connected with the free end of a swingable arm which is pivotably mounted at the other end on the vehicle frame. The intermediate portion of the swingable arm is connected with the rear portion of the slide rail assembly through a linkage including a crank lever.

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