flat
car
复数形式
flatcars
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平板车, 平台
a type of railway car with a flat, open deck, used for transporting heavy or oversized loads
A flatcar is a type of railroad car that has a flat, open platform with no sides or roof. It is used to transport large, heavy, or bulky items that cannot fit into regular enclosed freight cars, such as machinery, construction materials, or vehicles. Flatcars are often used for transporting items that need to be loaded and unloaded from the top or sides, making them ideal for carrying goods that require special handling or equipment. They are commonly found on freight trains and can vary in size and design depending on the type of cargo they are intended to carry.
- The flatcar was loaded with construction equipment.
平车上装载了建筑设备。
- She observed the workers securing cargo on the flatcar.
她观察到工人们在平板车上固定货物。
- They transported large machinery on the flatcar.
他们在平车上运输大型机械。
- He noted the versatility of the flatcar for various types of freight.
他指出了平车对于各种类型货物的多功能性。
- The flatcar had no sides or roof, making it easy to load and unload.
平板车没有侧面或屋顶，便于装卸。