21-01-2011, 01:30
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Re: Another chapter to the 6WD vs. Mecanum debate
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Originally Posted by AdamHeard
Well, there is "a 6wd", and then a 6wd with high traction wheels, 4 CIMs, and shifting.
One of them is anywhere from mediocre to good, the other is great. The great one will beat a mecanum any day of the week.
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I would argue that shifting is not an absolute requirement to build a great 6WD. Other than that, completely agree.
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