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Poor {{pll|Traction Overview|traction}} can make wheels of {{pll|Rail Vehicle Types|rail vehicles}} lock up and slide, if too much {{pll|Braking Overview|braking force}} is applied. Sliding creates severe {{pll|Wheels & Brakes Damage|damage to the wheels}} and extends the stopping distance significantly, which can result in {{pll|Damage Overview|collision}}. | Poor {{pll|Traction Overview|traction}} can make wheels of {{pll|Rail Vehicle Types|rail vehicles}} lock up and slide, if too much {{pll|Braking Overview|braking force}} is applied. Sliding creates severe {{pll|Wheels & Brakes Damage|damage to the wheels}} and extends the stopping distance significantly, which can result in {{pll|Damage Overview|collision}}. | ||
If you experience wheelslide, apply {{pll|Traction Overview|traction prevention methods}} immediately. | If you experience wheelslide, apply {{pll|Traction Overview|traction loss prevention methods}} immediately. | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:47, 16 April 2025
Poor traction can make wheels of rail vehicles lock up and slide, if too much braking force is applied. Sliding creates severe damage to the wheels and extends the stopping distance significantly, which can result in collision.
If you experience wheelslide, apply traction loss prevention methods immediately.