Jul 17, 2015 06:40
8 yrs ago
Dutch term
Netherlands
From Dutch to clear and perfect English
Native in: English
Works in: Dutch to English, Flemish to English
koppeldruk
Dutch to English
Tech/Engineering
Automotive / Cars & Trucks
Feature of a trailer/semi-trailer
This term is used under the heading "Gewichten" to specify certain features of a trailer/semi-trailer. It only says "Koppeldruk: 13,000 kg."
I'm unable to find the right translation for this. Ideas please. (Also posted on TC)
I'm unable to find the right translation for this. Ideas please. (Also posted on TC)
Proposed translations
(English)
| 2 +1 | Kingpin loading |
Richard Purdom
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Proposed translations
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7 hrs
Selected
Kingpin loading
Peer comment(s):
| agree |
John Holloway
: Yes. The vertical weight on the towhook (mostly of the tractor unit of an articulated truck).
10 hrs
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thx John
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4 KudoZ points awarded for this answer.
Comment: "Thks. Also gained answers elsewhere as Tow ball pressure/load on smaller trailers and/or coupling load on larger trailers (as is the case here). "
Discussion
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towing capacity