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Unread 02-03-2003, 22:19
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Originally posted by sanddrag
Two words:

Can't turn
Many Words:
Can turn if it is done correctly!

If your gearbox is geared low enough to over come the "side loads" brought on by the treads, you can certainly turn. It is just one more thing that needs to be engineered correctly.

When done well, a tank tread system can be an amazing thing.

Also, there are other ways to get away from side loads on treads.
Just check this out:
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