Belt vs Chain Drive: Which One Powers Equipment Better?
Whether it be the hydraulic pump that drives the excavator, the cooling fan that rotates upon the bulldozer, or the attachment that receives power upon the loader, all are of indispensable significance to the power transmission system. The two most prevailing manners of transmission are the belt drive and the chain drive. The choice between a belt and a chain shall exert influence upon the machine’s performance, maintenance routine, and the expense of long-term operation. This guide shall unravel the working principles of each system, conduct a comparison of their key performance indices, and assist you in discerning which system best suits the manifold applications of your off-road machine.












