double-heading

English

Noun

double-heading (uncountable)

  1. (rail transport) The use of two locomotives at the front, or head, of a train.
    • 1960 February, A. S. Gillitt, “The operation and maintenance of Belgian main line diesels”, in Trains Illustrated, page 88:
      There appeared to be no restrictions on single-manning of locomotives in Belgium, but multiple-unit control of two locomotives by one driver has not been adopted; when double-heading is required a driver is put in charge of each locomotive.

Alternative forms
  • double heading
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