tank engines
Self-contained rail movers
Tank engines are steam locomotives that carry their own water and fuel on the main frame rather than in a separate tender car.
The design makes them compact and maneuverable, suited for short-haul work, switching yards, and branch lines.
Thomas the Tank Engine popularized the term for generations of children.
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