This paper reviews the major components unique to light truck four-wheel drive systems and their effect on vehicle performance. It analyzes the tractive capabilities of four-wheel drive in comparison with front and rear drive under various load, grade, and friction conditions. The effects of different types of inter-axle differentials and the pros and cons of various front suspension and drive systems for 4x4's are also studied.


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    Title :

    Front Drive Systems for Four-Wheel Drive Light Trucks


    Additional title:

    Sae Technical Papers


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    1979 Automotive Engineering Congress and Exposition ; 1979



    Publication date :

    1979-02-01




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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