eDriveTC User Guide
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Additionally, a wider wheel stance with front and rear duals (where
applicable) will dramatically improve vehicle stability allowing for
increased steering accuracy.
Figure 5-5. Machine ballasted with full set of front suitcase weights
and rear wheel weights. Wide stance with duals front and rear for
stability and traction.
Lastly, it is important to use vehicle traction aids, when possible. The
use of mechanical front wheel drive and differential lock will improve
vehicle traction and steering making it easier to maintain the guideline.
The use of differential lock may not be appropriate in some field
conditions; however, most straight-line guidance scenarios will have
improved tracking with the use of differential lock.
Implement Tracking
The tracking performance of the implement plays a major role in
accuracy. Implements can often move back and forth across the
guideline independent of the guided vehicle, especially in rolling terrain
or tough soil conditions. In addition, non-uniform draft loads created by
an implement can actually work against the automated steering system,
degrading accuracy.
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