Electric locomotive

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001994",
  "term": "Electric locomotive",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A railway locomotive that draws its power from an external source, such as overhead lines or a third rail, rather than carrying its own fuel. It uses electric motors to drive the wheels, offering high efficiency and zero emissions at the point of use. These locomotives are common on electrified railway networks worldwide.",
  "synonyms": [
    "electric engine"
  ],
  "subject": "Industrial supplies, equipment, and components",
  "see_also": [
    "electric multiple unit"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Elektrolokomotive",
    "es": "locomotora eléctrica",
    "fr": "locomotive électrique"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/electric-locomotive/"
}