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	A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} subsystem consists of non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.		A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} subsystem consists of non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.

	{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}} ~~and~~ inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines. Exposure to {{pll\|Flammable\|fire}}, or submersion in water, can also damage this subsystem.		{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}}, inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines, and other mistreatments. Exposure to {{pll\|Flammable\|fire}}, or submersion in water, can also damage this subsystem.

	High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.		High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.

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	A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} subsystem consists of non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.		A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} subsystem consists of non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.

	{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}} and inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines. Exposure to {{pll\|Flammable\|fire}}, or submersion in water can also damage this subsystem.		{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}} and inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines. Exposure to {{pll\|Flammable\|fire}}, or submersion in water, can also damage this subsystem.

	High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.		High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.

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	High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.		High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.

	Small ~~amount~~ of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from ~~proper~~ operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage is inflicted. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.		Small amounts of mechanical powertrain damage are also accumulated from normal operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage is inflicted. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.

	Damaged mechanical powertrains can be {{pll\|Servicing Overview\|serviced}}.		Damaged mechanical powertrains can be {{pll\|Servicing Overview\|serviced}}.

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	Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage is inflicted. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.		Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage is inflicted. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.

			Damaged mechanical powertrains can be {{pll\|Servicing Overview\|serviced}}.

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	A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} subsystem consists of non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.		A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} subsystem consists of non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.

	{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}} and inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines.		{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}} and inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines. Exposure to {{pll\|Flammable\|fire}}, or submersion in water can also damage this subsystem.

	High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.		High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.

	Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage ~~they will receive~~. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.		Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage is inflicted. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.

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	High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.		High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.

	Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage they will receive. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines ~~gently~~ it can be reduced to a minimum.		Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage they will receive. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.

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	A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} ~~includes~~ non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.		A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} subsystem consists of non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.

	{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain ~~system~~ can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}} and inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines.		{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}} and inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines.

	High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.		High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.

	Small ~~amounts~~ of mechanical powertrain damage ~~are~~ also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage they will receive. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines gently it can be reduced to a minimum.		Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage they will receive. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines gently it can be reduced to a minimum.

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	~~Mechanical~~ powertrain ~~refers to mechanical systems that set a vehicle in motion. This~~ includes ~~internal combustion~~ engines, ~~transmission systems~~, ~~steam boilers and so on.~~ Mechanical powertrain damage may occur as a result of collisions, but also due to improper operation of a vehicle. Lack of lubrication, or most commonly, transmission oil overheating may cause severe damage, and even catastrophic failure, immobilizing the vehicle and ~~potentially causing body damage too~~.		A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} includes non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.

	~~Every time~~ a ~~diesel engine is started~~, ~~its health~~ is ~~slightly reduced. Just~~ by running~~, the engine is receiving slight damage~~ too~~. This is normal and expected~~, ~~due to wear~~ and ~~tear of the moving parts. It is generally less economical to frequently turn the engine on~~ and ~~off, than to keep it idling for short periods of time~~.		{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain system can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}} and inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines.

	~~Diesel~~ engines ~~also get~~ wear and tear ~~based on~~ the RPM ~~they’re running at. Transmission components get worn based on how much~~ stress ~~is put~~ on ~~them~~. While ~~the~~ damage cannot be avoided ~~altogether~~, by operating the machines gently it can be reduced to a minimum.		High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.

			Small amounts of mechanical powertrain damage are also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage they will receive. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines gently it can be reduced to a minimum.

	~~{{See also\|Servicing\|Body Damage\|Electrical Powertrain Damage\|Wheels & Brakes Damage\|Hydraulic Transmission\|Cars & Cargo Damage\|Mechanical Transmission\|Steam}}~~
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	Mechanical powertrain refers to mechanical systems that set a vehicle in motion. This includes internal combustion engines, transmission systems, steam boilers and so on. Mechanical powertrain damage may occur as a result of collisions, but also due to improper operation of a vehicle. Lack of lubrication, or most commonly, transmission oil overheating may cause severe damage, and even catastrophic failure, immobilizing the vehicle and potentially causing body damage too.		Mechanical powertrain refers to mechanical systems that set a vehicle in motion. This includes internal combustion engines, transmission systems, steam boilers and so on. Mechanical powertrain damage may occur as a result of collisions, but also due to improper operation of a vehicle. Lack of lubrication, or most commonly, transmission oil overheating may cause severe damage, and even catastrophic failure, immobilizing the vehicle and potentially causing body damage too.

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	{{See also\|Servicing\|Body Damage\|Electrical Powertrain Damage\|Wheels & Brakes Damage\|Hydraulic Transmission\|Cars & Cargo Damage\|Mechanical Transmission\|Steam}}		{{See also\|Servicing\|Body Damage\|Electrical Powertrain Damage\|Wheels & Brakes Damage\|Hydraulic Transmission\|Cars & Cargo Damage\|Mechanical Transmission\|Steam}}
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Mechanical powertrain refers to mechanical systems that set a vehicle in motion. This includes internal combustion engines, transmission systems, steam boilers and so on. Mechanical powertrain damage may occur as a result of collisions, but also due to improper operation of a vehicle. Lack of lubrication, or most commonly, transmission oil overheating may cause severe damage, and even catastrophic failure, immobilizing the vehicle and potentially causing body damage too.

Every time a diesel engine is started, its health is slightly reduced. Just by running, the engine is receiving slight damage too. This is normal and expected, due to wear and tear of the moving parts. It is generally less economical to frequently turn the engine on and off, than to keep it idling for short periods of time.

Diesel engines also get wear and tear based on the RPM they’re running at. Transmission components get worn based on how much stress is put on them. While the damage cannot be avoided altogether, by operating the machines gently it can be reduced to a minimum.

{{See also|Servicing|Body Damage|Electrical Powertrain Damage|Wheels & Brakes Damage|Hydraulic Transmission|Cars & Cargo Damage|Mechanical Transmission|Steam}}
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	Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage is inflicted. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.		Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage is inflicted. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.

			Damaged mechanical powertrains can be {{pll\|Servicing Overview\|serviced}}.

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	A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} subsystem consists of non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.		A {{pll\|Rail Vehicle Types\|vehicle's}} mechanical {{pll\|Powertrains Overview\|powertrain}} subsystem consists of non-electrical components, such as {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel engines}}, {{pll\|Steam Overview\|steam engines}}, {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|mechanical}} and {{pll\|Hydraulic Transmission\|hydraulic}} transmissions.

	{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}} and inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines.		{{pll\|Damage Overview\|Damage}} to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by running {{pll\|Powertrain Overheating\|powertrains at too high of a temperature}}, bad {{pll\|Mechanical Transmission\|gear shifting}} and inadequate lubrication in {{pll\|Internal Combustion Engine\|diesel}} and {{pll\|Lubrication Overview\|steam}} engines. Exposure to {{pll\|Flammable\|fire}}, or submersion in water can also damage this subsystem.

	High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.		High mechanical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle.

	Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage ~~they will receive~~. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.		Small amount of mechanical powertrain damage is also accumulated from proper operation of engines and transmissions, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the engine RPM and the stress on the transmission, the more damage is inflicted. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll\|Driving Efficiency\|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum.

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