Jacobs bogie
Definitions
A design of bogie used for articulated passenger trains and trams, where the ends of two cars are mounted on the same bogie.
Examples
“The use⟳ of Jacobs bogies, where one bogie supports the ends of two carriages, reduces the number⟳ of axles, cutting wheel and track wear⟳. [...] For example, lightweight construction and Jacobs bogies save⟳ weight, and a lighter train⟳ uses less power.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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