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What does a train engineer steer a train with?
Well a train need not be steered, only the speed needs to be controlled. The train follows the track due to the grooved wheels. Quite right. The wheels are known as 'flanged' wheels- there is a lip that runs around the inside edge. This allows the wheels to be guided by the track & not slipping off. Speed, direction (forward or reverse) & stopping are the three major situations the engineer controls.
Is the maglev train a different shaped train?
Depends on whither you count not having wheels as different. Outer, upper shape is not different.
How much does a train engine weigh?
The weight of a train engine varies depending on the type of engine. A diesel engine can weigh as much as 250 tons while a steam engine would be about 100 tons.
What is a train engine made of?
Metal
Is an electric train faster then a steam one?
a electric train is faster than a steam engine
What are the features of a train?
A couple are the engine the cars wheels and the horn.
What is the operation of any power train on a motor vehicle?
The power train transfers power from the engine to the wheels.
How many wheels does a subway train have?
Each car has 8 wheels.
The automotive system that connects the engine and the transmission to the wheels is called the?
drive train
How many wheels does a road train have?
5000
The differences between a car and train?
a car has 4 wheels and the train carrys 100 people or more
Where do you find the engine in a 4x4?
You find the 4x4 engine in a vehicle that has a drive train that allows all the four wheels to receive the torque from the engine.
How do the wheels on a steam train work?
The front ones help guide the loco into turns, the drive wheels move the whole train, and the trailing trucks hold up the firebox. Note that slow (switchers say) locos needed only drive wheels.
How many wheels a fire-engine has?
4
Does a train in motion contact its tracks?
Yes, train wheels remain in contact with the track at all times. The tracks support the weight of the train. They also guide the train. The wheels are shaped such that the train remains balanced on them. Any slight movement of the wheels sideways is automatically corrected so that the wheels remains exactly on the middle of the rails. If the wheels were not in contact with the track, the train would be flying.
Why do this train is called palace of wheels?
the palace on wheels is a luxury train and the facilities provided by the train orators that is an extra ordinary experience of traveler so that train is know as palace on wheels for its unique experience of traveling.
How many wheels does a rail engine has?
8 or 12
