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Turning Radius
Minimum turning radius from wheelbase + steering angle
Formula: turning_radius = wheelbase ÷ sin(steering_angle)
Calculate the kerb-to-kerb turning radius of a vehicle from its wheelbase and maximum steering angle. Essential for depot apron design and verifying suitability for a route's tightest corner.
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Results
Turning Radius
9.59 m
Recommended next actions
- →Increase steering angle limit if mechanically possible
- →Choose a shorter-wheelbase variant for tighter sites
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Formula
turning_radius = wheelbase ÷ sin(steering_angle)Worked example
Inputs
wheelbase5.5
steering_angle35
Outputs
turning_radius9.59
Use for estimation. Verify safety-critical calculations with qualified review.