Raudteeliiklusvahendite

Raudteeliiklusvahendite refers to railway rolling stock, the vehicles that run on a railway track. This category encompasses a wide array of specialized vehicles designed for various purposes within the railway system. The most common types are locomotives, which provide the motive power to pull or push trains, and wagons or cars, which are used for carrying passengers or freight.

Locomotives can be powered by different energy sources, historically steam, but more commonly today by diesel engines or electricity supplied through overhead lines or a third rail. Passenger cars are designed for comfort and safety, ranging from simple coaches to sleeping cars and dining cars, often forming articulated units or being pulled by a locomotive. Freight wagons are built for specific cargo types, including open-top hoppers for bulk materials like coal or grain, tank wagons for liquids or gases, and boxcars for general goods. Specialized rolling stock also includes maintenance vehicles for track repair and inspection, as well as snowplows for clearing lines in winter conditions. The design and technology of raudteeliiklusvahendite are continuously evolving to improve efficiency, safety, and environmental impact.