Twinset

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-007336",
  "term": "Twinset",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A configuration of two identical or closely matched locomotives permanently coupled together and operated as a single unit, sharing controls and power. This arrangement provides increased tractive effort and horsepower for heavy freight trains or high-speed passenger services. Twinsets are often used on routes with steep grades or for trains exceeding the capacity of a single locomotive.",
  "subject": "Rail equipment",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Doppeleinheit",
    "es": "twinset",
    "fr": "twinset"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/twinset/"
}