General Description The Chieftain-R is a rubber-tracked carrier with center pivot articulated steering. It is a high speed tracked carrier for personnel and cargo. Maximum cargo capacity is 15 tons. This unit is also ideal as a chassis for mounting various attachments on the 8' x 18' deck. The airbag suspension rides smoothly over rough terrain without loss of traction. In addition the frame oscillates to follow the ground contour. The combination allows more engine horsepower to be converted to carrying power which improves fuel efficiency, and, in turn, lower costs. The 34" wide tracks provide large ground contact per track. Multiply this by the four tracks and the ground contact area is enormous. Ground slippage is minimal even under full load over rough terrain. Tread design provides excellent traction and long life. Superior flotation is provided by wide wheels which extends to the edge of the track. The Chieftain-R is capable of speeds up to 20 mph. The transmission provides eight forward and four reverse speeds. Gear splits provide the right combination of RPM and ground speed for all highway and offhighway conditions. Transmission 8 speed Powershift transmission, complete with integral drop box. Differential Rockwell planetary drive axles with Detroit "No spins" front and rear. Metal face seals on planet hubs. Steering Four track design with center frame articulation. Full time power steering utilizing two double-acting steering cylinders. Steering wheel controlled.

Chieftain-R Brakes Service brake is totally enclosed wet disc brakes on front and rear axles. Parking brake is spring applied, air released brake on rear axle. 12 volt electrical system. Heavy duty wiring for all weather operation. Alternator is 100 amp, 12 volt. Independent airbag suspension at each wheel in the front and rear undercarriage. This heavy duty system allows increased ground contact of track over rough terrain. Oil bath hubs and spindles with metal face seals. Donaldson heavy duty, dry type with service indicator. Sprockets Replaceable steel drive sprockets. All steel, 4 man cab-forward...