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Overall efficiency of steam locomotive system is close to ________

(a) 5-10%

(b) 25-30%

(c) 55-60%

(d) 75-80%

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This question is from Traction and Traction Theory in portion Farm Tractor of Farm Machinery

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Right option is (a) 5-10%

Easiest explanation: A steam locomotive is a type of railway locomotive that draws its pulling power through a steam engine. This locomotive is used to produce steam in the boiler by burning combustible material. Overall efficiency of steam locomotive system is close to 5-10%.

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