Wheelbase
Definition
The longitudinal distance between specified vehicle axles under a stated measurement convention. Track width is a transverse separation defined for specified tracks or wheels, while wheelbase is a longitudinal axle separation.
- Context
- Vehicle geometry
For example, axle separation can contribute to a vehicle assessment without being interchangeable with the transverse width between tracks.
State the actual reference points measured.
Neither measurement alone uniquely identifies a vehicle. Steering, deformation, recording quality and model variation can affect comparison.
Related terms
- RAC
- Randomly acquired characteristic, interpreted with recording quality and alternative origins in mind. A randomly acquired characteristic is interpreted within the recovered pattern...
- Track Width
- The transverse separation between specified vehicle tracks or wheel reference points. State the actual reference points measured. Neither measurement alone uniquely identifies...
- Two-Dimensional Impression
- Recorded pattern produced mainly by material deposition, removal or related surface transfer. Suitability depends on which useful features the applied examination can...
Explained in
- Impression Evidence: Footprints, Tyre Marks and CastingLongitudinal distance between specified vehicle axles.