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Train parts
Of or pertaining to automotive components of a train.
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Non-driving wheel
Railways; Train parts
It transmits no power but helps in guiding the locomotive on the rails and in supporting and distributing weight.
Driving wheel
Railways; Train parts
A wheel to which the power from the engine is trasmitted by various mechanical organs, such as rods or gears.
Cab
Railways; Train parts
It provides protection for the engineer and fireman, and contains all organs and controls for the operation of the locomotive.
Traction rolling stock
Railways; Train parts
This group comprises the stock known generally as locomotives.
Leading wheel
Railways; Train parts
A non-driving wheel which is positioned ahead of the driving wheels.
