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Longitudinal and transversal stability estimate for the traffic of forest tractors used in wood harvesting

The objective of this work was to estimate the longitudinal and transversal stability for dynamic traffic conditions, based on the coordinates of the gravity center (CG) of two tractors, a Feller-buncher and a Skidder, equipped with driving wheels of tires, used in a long logs utilization system in a eucalyptus stand. The tractor Skidder presented a value of inclination of transversal ramp of up to 33,2%. As for the "Feller-buncher", its use should always be recommended on plain lands, because of its technical and operational characteristics, with great load concentration in the front axis when moving loaded.

Stability; center of gravity; forest tractors


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