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Tractor Track System
Used on light and heavy
snow conditions, severe
side slope applications,
consistantly pulling 1,500
to 3,000 lb
Company
Information
Manufacturer Mattracks Gilbert Products Gilbert Products
Website www.mattracks.com www.gilbert-tech.com www.gilbert-tech.com
Model TA9000-FG Gilbert RTS Classic Gilbert RTS Premium
Vehicle
Requirements
Type of Vehicle 4-Wheel Drive tractor 2-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive tractor 2-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive tractor
Gross Vehicle Weight 25,000 lb 16,200 lb 19,140 lb
Recommended Max Speed 20 mph 30 km/h 30 km/h
Recommended Front Axle Weight 10,000 lb n/a n/a
Recommended Rear Axle Weight 15,000 lb n/a n/a
Qty of Tracks on System Four 2-Track system 2-Track system
Dimensions
Height (Front)
(2 Track System Height) 48.2 in 58 in 58 in
Height (Rear) 62.3 in n/a n/a
Length (Front)
(2-Track System Length) 80 in 143 in 143 in
Length (Rear) 81 in n/a n/a
Total Weight of All Tracks Combined 5,840 lb n/a n/a
Tracks
Track Material Rubber with Internal Composite Rods / Cord Rubber compound with steel reinforced plies and
cables
Rubber compound with steel reinforced plies and
cables
Track Width (Front)
(2 Track System Width) 20 in 24 in 30 in
Track Width (Back) 30 in n/a n/a
Track Style All Terrain, Self Cleaning All-terrain with aggressive V-pattern, positive drive,
smooth ride
All-terrain with aggressive V-pattern, positive drive,
smooth ride
Track Thickness 2.5 in 2 in 2 in
Mechanical
Front and/or 2-Track Suspension Exclusive Anti-Torque, Concentric Pivot, Oscillation
Rocker Arms
Air suspension on tractor, rubber spring individual
on Boogie wheels and side frame articulation
Air suspension on tractor, rubber spring individual
on Boogie wheels and side frame articulation
Rear Track Suspension Exclusive Anti-Torque, Concentric Pivot, Oscillation
Rocker Arms n/a n/a
Wheel Material Aluminum, Rubber, UHMW Steel Steel
Sprocket Material Steel n/a n/a
Anti-Torque System Patented Rubber Torsion Anti-Torque Internal drive sprocket system Internal drive sprocket system
Anti-slip System Studdable Track n/a n/a
Performance
Recommended Operating
Temperature -40°F to 130°F -45°F to 130°F / -43°C to 55°C -45°F to 130°F / -43°C to 55°C
Gear Reduction w/ Tracks On 25% to 50% torque increase depending on original
tire size 35-50% 35-50%
Ground Contact Surface Area
- Minimum 4,968 in² 6,912 in² 8,640 in²
Ground Contact Surface Area
- Maximum 8,060 in² 6,912 in² 8,640 in²
Average Ground Pressure Range n/a n/a
Total Ground Pressure 2.5 to 5.0 psi n/a n/a
Increase Ground Clearance Depends on tractor n/a n/a
Height at Center of Hub w/ Installed
Track System 31.5 inch front, 40.6 inch rear n/a n/a
Unique Features
Internal rocker arm suspension for extra smooth ride.
Exclusive anti-torque system.
All terrain, all season approved.
Removable track tensioner for easy track servicing.
Ramp front and back for optimum mobility.
Two wide tracks for exceptional flotation.
Chassis design allows optimal stability and maximum traction.
Exclusive six-way blade with tripping system.
Chassis design is stress-free for the tractor.
Efficient track system offering 20% fuel savings.
Two wide tracks for exceptional flotation.
Chassis design allows optimal stability and maximum traction.
Exclusive six-way blade with tripping system.
Chassis design is stress-free for the tractor.
Efficient track system offering 20% fuel savings.
Options
Track guide for added side hill capability.
HD option for additional load capacity.
Sprocket sizing to match any tractor.
Grouser bars for added traction and floatation.
GSA pricing available.
Cab brush guard protection.
Aggressive ice studs for icy conditions.
Auxiliary fuel tanks.
Storage/tool boxes.
Cab brush guard protection.
Aggressive ice studs for icy conditions.
Auxiliary fuel tanks.
Storage/tool boxes.
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