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A Terminal tractor, known in the U.S. as a Spotting tractor, Shunt truck, Yard truck, Yard Goat, Yard jockey, mule, etc. is a semi-tractor intended to move semi trailers within a cargo yard, warehouse facility, or intermodal facility, much like a switcher locomotive is a small, relatively slower vehicle used to position cars rather than trailers. Since off-road versions don't have to drive on roads at highway speeds, a typical top speed is just 25 mph. It is rare for these vehicles to be on public roads, so it was very unusual when a pedestrian was accidentally struck and dragged by a yard truck at an intersection in Bellevue, Washington, in February 2014.〔(Woman struck and killed by yard truck in Bellevue By KOMO Staff Published: Feb 24, 2014 )〕 Autocar and Kalmar together account for the majority of terminal tractors manufactured in North America where most of these trucks are used. One of many European manufacturers is Dutch company Terberg. Distinctions between a Terminal tractor and a regular road Truck are several and noticeable: *A distinctive single person cab offset to the left of the engine. *A very short wheelbase, usually with a solidly mounted single rear axle. *A low power Diesel or alternate fuel engine with an automatic or manual transmission. *A fifth wheel with an integrated lifting mechanism designed to allow the semi-trailers legs to remain in the down position during movement. and 70,000 lb. of hydraulic lift are typical. *12-gauge steel side wall Cab construction with steel floors for protection in abusive & dangerous work environments.〔(【引用サイトリンク】url=http://www.capacitytexas.com/pdf_files/quadfold2004.pdf )〕 *360 Degree View to facilitate five to six moves an hour. ==References== 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Terminal tractor」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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