Traction-engine


noun
1.
a locomotive operating on surfaces other than tracks and pulling heavy loads, as fallen logs.
traction engine
noun
1.
a steam-powered locomotive used, esp formerly, for drawing heavy loads along roads or over rough ground. It usually has two large rear wheels and a rope drum for haulage purposes

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