Allied & ICAR Exam Bank • ALLIED_2867 MCQ • 1 Mark

Section 2: Farm Machinery

Farm Machinery

Subtopic: Hitch systems and hitching of tillage implements

Question Statement:

Swinging drawbars on agricultural tractors are pinned forward of the rear axle primarily to:

Options:

  • (A) Improve tractor steering maneuverability and reduce turning radius under pull
  • (B) Reduce tire wear
  • (C) Increase PTO speed
  • (D) Lower tractor weight

Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

Attaching the swinging drawbar forward of the rear axle allows the pull force to assist rather than resist steering turning moments.
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