Patent ID: 6120405
Filing Date: 2000-09-19
Classification: B62D,Y10S

Abstract:
A drive mechanism for a work machine, comprising:a sprocket drive assembly including (i) a hub, (ii) a first side support secured to said hub, (iii) a second side support secured to said hub, and (iv) a plurality of engagement members each being interposed between said first side support and said second side support, each of said plurality of engagement members being rotatably secured to each of said first side support and said second side support;a track assembly which is driven by said sprocket drive assembly, said track assembly having (i) a plurality of shoes which are secured to one another to form a track, and (ii) a plurality of drive lugs which are mounted to said plurality of shoes;said hub includes a plurality of tabs projecting outwardly therefrom, said first side support is secured to said plurality of tabs, and said second side support is secured to said plurality of tabs.