PRIN.OF HIGHWAY ENGINEERING&TRAFFIC ANA.
PRIN.OF HIGHWAY ENGINEERING&TRAFFIC ANA.
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ISBN: 9781119610526
Author: Mannering
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 2, Problem 10P
To determine

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The weight of the engine and torque to reach highest tractive efforts.

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