Concept and design of experimental super transport truck for high-speed, long distance freight hauling on interstate highway system of 1970's, by Ford Motor Co; tractor, powered by 600-hp gas turbine engine, pulls two 40-ft tandem axle trailers at gross combination weight of 170,000 lb; special feature of truck is cab, designed for long-distance, nonstop, two-man operation, it is provided with sleeping accommodations, washroom conveniences, food facilities, and complete heating and air-conditioning system; 13-ft high cab roof is flush with top of trailers, providing substantial aerodynamic advantage; other features.


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    Title :

    Interstate highway system super transport truck


    Additional title:

    SAE -- Paper


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    SAE Meeting ; 1965



    Publication date :

    1965


    Size :

    23 pages


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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