Prime mover
Prime mover may refer to:
Engineering
Prime mover, a machine that converts energy from natural sources, into mechanical energy.
Prime mover (locomotive), a component of a locomotive
Haulage
A tractor unit, a heavy-duty towing engine that serves as a "prime mover" providing motive power for hauling a towed or trailered load, including:
- Artillery tractor, a military vehicle for hauling an artillery piece
- Ballast tractor, a heavy haulage road or off-road vehicle designed to pull or push heavy or exceptionally large loads using a drawbar
- Heavy hauler, a large transporter for moving oversize loads too large for road travel without an escort and special permit
- Steam tractor, a vehicle powered by a steam engine which is used for pulling
- Tractor, a vehicle specifically designed to deliver a high tractive effort (or torque) at slow speeds, often in agricultural and construction applications
Artillery tractor, a military vehicle for hauling an artillery piece