What does the number of differential locks on an off-road vehicle mean?
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The three differential locks refer to the central differential lock, rear differential lock, and front differential lock of an off-road vehicle. For off-road vehicles, having these three locks is equivalent to being the king of off-roading. Currently, only the Mercedes G, Defender, and Jeep Rubicon are equipped with all three locks. The details are as follows: 1. Central Differential Lock: It can synchronize the rotation speed of the front and rear wheels when wheel slippage occurs, but this is limited to mild road conditions. In cases of cross-axle situations or artillery shell craters, the central differential lock has limited effectiveness. 2. Rear Differential Lock: It can synchronize the rotation speed of the rear wheels with the front axle. Specifically, when an off-road vehicle is driving on cross-axle terrain or artillery shell craters, and only one wheel has traction while the other is suspended, the vehicle can still maintain sufficient power to move forward. This lock is therefore known as the soul of an off-road vehicle. 3. Front Differential Lock: When one side of the vehicle is suspended, the front differential lock ensures that all wheels receive equal power, making it known as the life-saving component of an off-road vehicle.
