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If petrol means petroleum, they certainly are- Diesel engines run on Diesel Fuel which powers countless Locomotives, Cranes, Trucks, etc, this is Oil from rocks- hence Petroleum. Gasoline engines pose excessive fire hazards for big machinery, so the argument goes, but Diesels are certainly oil-burners. The argument against Diesels on Cranes was they could not reliably start Under Load- as can Steamers and electrics. This has been partially met with improved torque converters and clutches, but is still, technically, true.
ANS 2 - Petrol is the more correct name for what Americans call 'gasoline'. The questioner is correct, 'petrol' engines are generally not used in heavy machines as 'diesel' engines have a better torque and horsepower rating at low RPM. Also diesel engines tend to have longer operating life due to the lower revs.
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Which is rated better diesel or petrol engine?
Each engine is rated better for different things. A petrol engine generally has a higher horsepower than a diesel engine, so acceleration and speed is often better on a petrol engine. Diesel engines tend to rate better with torque, so they are better at pulling heavy loads, which is why diesel engines are used in trucks and locomotives.
What can petrol be used for?
Gasoline is used, in various grades, to fuel automobiles, aircraft, boats, lawn-care equipment, generators, and various other machines that utilize an internal combustion engine.
Which lubricant is used in heavy machines?
baxuite .
What will happen if petrol is used as a fuel in diesel engine?
Petrol or gasoline in a diesel will cause internal engine damage. if petrol is used in diesel engine it may cause explosive sound with burning ....bcz high compression ratio ......
What is the difference between a petrol engine and a gasoline engine?
A petrol engine and a gasoline engine are the same thing. The latter is the term used in the United States, while the former is used in the United Kingdom.
Is petrol is used in diesel cars?
No, diesel engine require diesel fuel. Put petrol in a diesel engine and you will destroy it.
Why the turbocharger is not use for petrol engine?
Turbochargers are used on some petrol or gasoline engines.
Is petrol used in a car engine a harmful or useful?
Short answer Yes. Petrol is useful for running a engine, and extremely dangerous if misused.
Petrol used in a car engine useful or harmful?
The engine will not run without a supply of petrol so you would think it is useful.
When petrol used in a car engine harmful or useful?
The engine will not run without a supply of petrol so you would think it is useful.
Is it useful or harmful reaction when Petrol is used in car engine?
Petrol is British name for Gasoline
What types of petrol are used in piston engine aircraft?
Many use standard petrol, some use high octane petrol.
