Four Wheel Drive

GPTKB entity

Statements (27)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:car
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs 4WD
4x4
gptkbp:canBe part-time
full-time
gptkbp:category drivetrain layout
gptkbp:contrastsWith all-wheel drive
two-wheel drive
gptkbp:enables better off-road capability
all four wheels to receive torque from the engine simultaneously
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Four Wheel Drive
gptkbp:improves vehicle weight
traction on rough terrain
traction on slippery surfaces
gptkbp:introducedIn gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:mayInclude locking differentials
low-range gearing
gptkbp:popularizedBy gptkb:Jeep
gptkb:Land_Rover
gptkbp:reduces fuel efficiency compared to 2WD
gptkbp:requires additional drivetrain components
transfer case
gptkbp:usedIn SUVs
trucks
off-road vehicles
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Bachman-Turner_Overdrive
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5