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06-01-2011, 02:04

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Re: 6WD vs 8WD

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Originally Posted by Basel A

Related question: Other things being the same, does 8wd tUrn easier than 6wd? I would assume so because when movng the wheelbase is decreased to 1/3 of total length, as opposed to 1/2 for a 6wd. Is this correct?

All other things equal, it both turns more easily and is turned more easily. The effect IMO is slight.

However, 6wd "mid rock" when resting between its outer wheels (only on the middle 2) has no resistance to turning. I have no idea if this phenomenon actually happens during a 6wd turn or not.

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