Internal Positive Drive Sprocket System
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Tires or Tracks on a skid steer in Deep Snow-Can you plow with a tracked loader?
What happens here
Buck explains ASV's unique internal positive drive sprocket system. Unlike traditional 'through sprocket' designs found in many competitor machines (which use teeth that engage the center of the track, causing high friction and wear), ASV's design utilizes specialized rollers that engage lugs on the inner edge of the track. This rolling engagement is low-friction, significantly reducing wear on both the track and the sprocket, resulting in longer component life and improved fuel efficiency. The design allows for individual roller replacement, making maintenance more cost-effective than replacing an entire cast sprocket.
Goal: Identify the advantages of ASV's internal positive drive sprocket design for durability and efficiency.
Tools and materials
- ASV RT-75 Compact Track Loader ASV — Illustrating the sprocket system and its components
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