gearbox

noun

gear·box ˈgir-ˌbäks

: gearing sense 2

: transmission sense 3

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web The basic components of a wind turbine are the visible tower and rotor blades, as well as the gearbox and generator located at the top of the tower. —

Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Jan. 2023 Tipping the scales at just over 2,300 pounds, the lightweight ride is fitted with a 6-liter naturally aspirated V-12 mated to 6-speed sequential gearbox. —

Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2022 Among them is a sequential 5-speed gearbox replacing the traditional 4-speed, H-pattern. —

John Sturbin, Dallas News, 28 Jan. 2022 The 3,599-piece set includes a W16 engine, 8-speed gearbox with paddle gear shift, and an active rear wing, along with a steering wheel, spoked rims, detailed brake discs, and a collector's booklet. —

Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 20 Dec. 2022 The Sport Classic might be the most powerful 992-generation 911 to be offered with a manual gearbox, but beyond novelty, the stick shift really isn't a significant highlight. —

Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 19 July 2022 Underneath it was closely related to the contemporary Mitsubishi Lancer, sharing its engine, gearbox, and rear axle. —

Car and Driver, 22 Dec. 2022 With Ferrari Classiche certification, the example retains its original engine and gearbox. —

Robert Ross, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2022 This conventional four-door, grin-inducing American muscle car is built in Canada with an engine from Mexico and a gearbox from Germany. —

Tribune News Service, cleveland, 17 Sep. 2022 See More

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