Driving wheel

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001877",
  "term": "Driving wheel",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A wheel on a locomotive or powered railway vehicle that receives power directly from the engine or motor to propel the train. These wheels are typically larger and have a stronger connection to the powertrain than unpowered wheels. The number and diameter of driving wheels affect a locomotive's tractive effort and speed capabilities.",
  "synonyms": [
    "driver"
  ],
  "subject": "Rail equipment",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Treibrad",
    "es": "rueda motriz",
    "fr": "roue motrice"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/driving-wheel/"
}