Abstract: The specification of the present application discloses a geared hub for use in transmitting power to the wheels of a vehicle. The geared hub is particularly useful for all terrain type vehicles where high strength and reliability are required. The hub uses a one-piece cast housing having various access openings to allow assembly of the unit. The one-piece housing defines an elongated gear chamber which extends generally perpendicular to the wheel spindle. Three access ports are provided; one for supporting the wheel spindle, a second port for allowing the insertion of an input pinion and input shaft, and a third port for allowing insertion of the output gear. The first two ports are located in the end walls of the gear chamber with the third port located in the sidewall of the gear chamber. The unique design, according to the present invention, results in an inherently strong and durable hub having reduced manufacturing and assembly costs.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a speed reducer or multiplier for use in a motor grader. The unique structure of the reducer allows the device to be easily inserted in the drive train of a grader and thereby improve the feasible ground speeds at which the grader can operate satisfactorily. The structure further allows the speed of the planetary reduction system to remain idle when not in use. Thereby increasing the efficiency and decreasing problems such as wear. This is accomplished by a shifting mechanism which causes at least two gears to be engaged or disengaged.