The world's first practical
snowmobiles were invented by Joseph-Armand Bombardier, and produced in
his workshop at Valcourt, Quebec. While today's snow-travelling vehicles
are mostly associated with small machines such as the Ski-Doo, the
earliest products were multi-passenger vehicles. Bombardier recognized
the demand for even larger vehicles to be used by schools and for
transporting workers to mining and logging areas. Introduced in 1942,
the B-12 was equipped with an updated track system with independent
suspension on each axle. It was easier to drive and gave a smoother
ride than its predecessors. Most B-12s were equipped with Chrysler
engines and designated as B-12 CS.
Bombardier
Joseph-Armand Bombardier
Northern Timber Cruisers
