Hobbs gear mechanisms as fitted to diesel locomotives constructed by Peckett and Sons; feature of transmission is main twin friction unit embodied in hydraulic system, which is used for take-up, eliminating necessity for fluid flywheel or torque converter and providing efficient positive drive; hydraulic control is designed to give overlap between release of one gear step and engagement of next.
Hobbs mechanical transmission
Diesel Ry Traction
Diesel Railway Traction ; n 295
1956
4 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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