Abstract: The invention relates to an arrangement for transmitting torque between conical pulleys in a transmission mechanism. The invention is characterized in that the arrangement includes a first endless, flexible element (v-belt, chain or flat belt) for taking-up clamping forces and a corresponding second element for power transmission between the pulleys. The second element extends around the first element and is provided with devices which are in shape-bound engagement with co-acting devices on the first flexible element, the arc of contact (.alpha.) of which around the pulleys is greater than the arc of contact (.beta.) of the elements when in engagement together.