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plus, the numerous wheels of the tow rig distribute weight better (over more area, less pressure/force) on the pavement and underlying infrastructure.
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plus, the numerous wheels of the tow rig distribute weight better (over more area, less pressure/force) on the pavement and underlying infrastructure.
The truck itself isn't going to carry that much weight, just the weight of the tow bar that's hooking up to the ball. They might even add weight to the bed of the truck so it has better traction.
Remember that the weight of everything may be 300,000 lbs, but that's not the force it has to pull. All it has to do is overcome the rolling resistance of the tires and bearings to get it started.
If this guy can move 416,000 lbs with his own two hands and two feet, I would think it's easy for a truck to pull 300,000 lbs.
http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/...ulled-by-a-man
Here's another:
World's Strongest Man - In History - Heaviest Plane Pull - 1/3 Million lbs. Boeing 767
I'm still very meh about the Tundra. I'm bored with everything Toyota these days.
Well sure, it's a publicity stunt that has already been rehearsed many many times to make sure it works. I'm not too excited about any vehicle these days.
well if either of you hum drums who are unexcited about the Tundra happen across one for free anywhere just go ahead and snag it up for one very excited Rocko.
now matter what, its going to be cool.
Agreed, I wouldn't mind being the driver to look in the mirrors and see a giant space shuttle behind me!
hell yeaQuote:
Originally Posted by YotaFun
Two days ago I'd have agreed with you, having been somewhat looking at a crossover instead of another (bigger) truck. Today I don't, especially after driving these as well as the 3.5l equipped standard one's at a certain company's facility here near Menlo Park. Fleet of RAV's, 2wd and 4wd versions. There was even one "stanced" as-in like one of Gary's Forester's over @ MANN Engineering. Both the EV and 3.5 easily outpaced the Forester I had demo'd earlier on the same sections of highway.Quote:
Originally Posted by Seanz0rz
I like the Tundra's, much more overall to them versus my usual GM route and more refined than a Ford. Now if they'd get a diesel in one, then I'll be impressed. :clap:
To the Off Topic of what Toyotas putting out, they are coming around slowly, and I see a bright future.
As for this stunt still can't wait!