Engineering the world's fastest tractor VEHICLE DEVELOPMENT FEATURE over the tractor and enabled collaboration with JCB and Williams. GKN Wheels & Structures was involved in the development and manufacture of the WFT's wheels and lightweight chassis. After evaluating several prototypes, the final wheel specification was 12 x 28 in (305 x 711 mm). The supplier then assembled the wheels and gave them an automotive-standard finish. For the new lightweight chassis, JCB provided the initial design based on the standard Fastrac tractor chassis, which GKN Structures supplies. It was redesigned to provide a lower center of gravity. The result was a 25% weight savings. The chassis was manufactured in the company's prototype facility, every part handset and tacked prior to welding by hand. Bamford summed up the project: "It was an amazing achievement delivered by a young and enthusiastic engineering team. Everyone involved should be very proud of the part they have played." SWITCH TO BETTER PERFORMANCE SAE J1939 CAN AND LIN MULTIPLEXED PRODUCTS AND SEALED SWITCHES VISIT US AT BOOTH S85731 ENGAGE WITH PRODUCT EXPERTS & SEE WHAT'S NEW LEARN.CARLINGTECH.COM/ON-OFF-HIGHWAY CONTINUOUS INNOVATION SINCE 1920 30 February 2020 Free Info at http://info.hotims.com/76529-712 sales@carlingtech.com TRUCK & OFF-HIGHWAY ENGINEERING BOTH IMAGES: JCB The team used extensive predictive analysis to determine the design and development path, according to JCB's Alan Tolley. Ace motorcycle racer Guy Martin drove the Fastrac Two tractor, which was equipped with a parachute braking system.http://info.hotims.com/76529-712 http://info.hotims.com/76529-712