Panthers and Tigers, why are their tracks loose

From: GOTaM35 (GOTaM35@joetrapp.com)
Date: Sun Jun 20 2004 - 10:58:42 PDT

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I have wondered something for a while. I have noticed all the pictures I
have seen of both Tiger tanks and Panthers show the upper track not touching
the road wheels. I operate tracked things daily and have wondered how the
tracks stay on so loose. It would appear when the vehicle is moving forward
the track would tighten on the top and get loose on the bottom and therefore
could be thrown off easily. These tanks were believed to be among the
best, so they can't be as undependable as I am assuming, so I must be wrong.

Does anyone out there know what gives. I am always aware of track tension
when I see a tracked vehicle and these tanks are the only things I have ever
notices with such a loose design.

Thanks,
Joe Trapp

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