Wheel lathe

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006576",
  "term": "Wheel lathe",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A specialized machine tool used for machining the treads and flanges of railway wheels or other large circular components. It precisely reshapes worn wheel profiles to restore optimal contact with the rail and extend wheel life. Wheel lathes can be either underfloor or above-floor designs.",
  "subject": "Mechanical engineering",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Raddrehmaschine",
    "es": "torno de ruedas",
    "fr": "tour à roues"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/wheel-lathe/"
}