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Turning circle

Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-006246

The smallest diameter of a circular path a vehicle can make when steering at its maximum lock. This measurement indicates a vehicle's maneuverability, particularly in tight spaces or during parking. It is typically measured from the outer edge of the outermost tire or from the vehicle's body, and smaller values denote greater agility.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-IND-006246
FieldIndustrial and trades
SubjectAutomotive
TranslationsGerman: Wendekreis; Spanish: círculo de giro; French: rayon de braquage
Record as JSON
{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006246",
  "term": "Turning circle",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The smallest diameter of a circular path a vehicle can make when steering at its maximum lock. This measurement indicates a vehicle's maneuverability, particularly in tight spaces or during parking. It is typically measured from the outer edge of the outermost tire or from the vehicle's body, and smaller values denote greater agility.",
  "subject": "Automotive",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Wendekreis",
    "es": "círculo de giro",
    "fr": "rayon de braquage"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/turning-circle/"
}

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