Engineering principles of weight-equalizing and swayresistant hitches.

Author(s)
Reese, T.J.
Year
Abstract

The author discusses the six design parameters having the most effect on trailer towing characteristics. Effects of weight, balance, center of gravity, suspension system, aerodynamics, and construction or rigidity of both the chassis and body shell are evaluated in terms of trailer towability.

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B 17366 fo /91/
Source

New York, Society of Automotive Engineering SAE, 1965, 6 p., fig.; SAE Paper No. 650174

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