Purpose
To determine whether tracked vehicles meet the specified grading
requirements under standard conditions.
To
Test:
- Performance on a specified gradient
- The influence of a specified gradient
on fuel supply and lubrication
- Efficiency of hand brake
- Start and pull-away capabilities against
a gradient
- The effect of weight transfer
- Recovery capability
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Diagram
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Specifications:
Gradients |
Length |
Width |
60% (31°) |
17 m |
3 650 mm |
30% (18°) |
15 m |
5 000 mm |
Surface: 30% coarse concrete; 60% concrete with steel plate and raised steel strip overlay for traction
Applicable vehicles: All
tracked vehicles |
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