FIFTH-WHEEL MOUNTINGS ON TRACTOR SEMITRAILERS

480211

01/01/1948

Event
Pre-1964 SAE Technical Papers
Authors Abstract
Content
IT seems desirable to increase appreciably the amount of kingpin offset in tractor semitrailer combinations, according to Mr. Horine, who discusses the effect of kingpin offset on load distribution, clearance angle, traction, braking, steering, maneuverability, and riding qualities.
The author also explores the geometric limits on how far ahead of the tractor axle the kingpin may be placed.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/480211
Pages
9
Citation
HORINE, M., "FIFTH-WHEEL MOUNTINGS ON TRACTOR SEMITRAILERS," SAE Technical Paper 480211, 1948, https://doi.org/10.4271/480211.
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Publisher
Published
Jan 1, 1948
Product Code
480211
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English