Re: [MV] How much is 60 per cent

B David M (BDavidM@aol.com)
Wed, 18 Mar 1998 17:48:42 EST

A 60% grade is the same as climbing 60 feet in elevation for every 100 feet of
horizontal distance, or 6 feet for every 10 feet, or 0.6 feet (7.2 inches) for
every foot.

Of course, traction is a major factor to be considered. A vehicle may very
well be able to climb a 60% grade all day long under ideal conditions (such as
vehicle manufacturers' test tracks!), but the "real world" can be quite
different.

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