The paper describes various tests made to compare the relative performance of wedge and cam brakes. A two axle truck loaded 32,750 lb gvw was subjected to mountain, structural flat country, parking and emergency, and lining wear tests. Comparative results are reported in graphic form.


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    Title :

    Wedge Brakes Versus Cam Brakes - Road Test Comparison


    Additional title:

    Sae Technical Papers


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    SAE World Congress & Exhibition ; 1964



    Publication date :

    1964-01-01




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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