4WD
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-000016
An abbreviation for four-wheel drive, a drivetrain system that delivers power to all four wheels of a vehicle simultaneously. This configuration enhances traction and control, particularly in off-road conditions, slippery surfaces, or adverse weather. Many 4WD systems offer selectable modes, such as high-range and low-range gearing.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-000016 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Automotive |
| References | 4WD - definition and meaning (Wordnik) |
| See also | 4x2; 4x4; FWD; RWD |
| Translations | German: 4WD; Spanish: 4WD; French: 4WD |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-000016",
"term": "4WD",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "An abbreviation for four-wheel drive, a drivetrain system that delivers power to all four wheels of a vehicle simultaneously. This configuration enhances traction and control, particularly in off-road conditions, slippery surfaces, or adverse weather. Many 4WD systems offer selectable modes, such as high-range and low-range gearing.",
"subject": "Automotive",
"see_also": [
"4x2",
"4x4",
"FWD",
"RWD"
],
"references": [
"4WD - definition and meaning (Wordnik)"
],
"translations": {
"de": "4WD",
"es": "4WD",
"fr": "4WD"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/4wd/"
}
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