are quite a bit more expensive, but because of being able to replace individual shoes, they last a lot longer than singlepiece rubber tracks.
Metal track shoes, also known as grousers, are long and narrow metal plates onto which one to three metal ridges are shaped, perpendicular to the plate. They are attached to the crawler with four square heavy-gauge bolts and nuts. The different number of ridges are for accomplishing different types of work.
Triple-ridge grousers are the most commonly used because they are the most versatile in terms of work applications. The three ridges give them a higher level of flotation. They offer a balance between traction and smooth movement. They operate well on soft to medium-hard ground and provide stability without disturbing the ground excessively. Double ridge grousers provide a balance between the single and tripleridge models. They allow for smoother turns and better handling while still providing good traction. They are typically used on excavators that do work on a variety of terrains. Single ridge grousers offer strong traction because of having less surface area for floatation and are able to dig deeper into the soil. They are commonly used when operating on hard or compact