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  • Patent number: 4541498
    Abstract: Apparatus adapted to be mounted on a vehicle frame for the purpose of increasing traction comprises an L-shaped framework, a first shaft rotatably mounted on the upper portion of the framework, a second shaft rotatably mounted on the framework and disposed below and spaced from the first shaft, spaced third, fourth and fifth shafts rotatably mounted on the framework and extending outwardly from the second shaft, a power source operable to rotate the first shaft, means interconnecting the first and second shafts to impart rotation to the second shaft, multiple wheels fixed in coaxial relationship respectively on the second, third, fourth and fifth shafts, track means mounted on the peripheries of the wheels, brake means associated with the first shaft and operable to fix the framework to the vehicle, and a second brake means operable to fix the framework to the second shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 1983
    Date of Patent: September 17, 1985
    Inventor: A. H. Pitchford