A traction engine is a type of steam-powered vehicle that was primarily used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These engines were designed to provide power for various agricultural and industrial tasks, such as plowing fields, hauling loads, and driving machinery. They typically feature large wheels and a boiler that generates steam to drive the engine. Traction engines played a significant role in the development of mechanized farming and transportation. They are often associated with the Industrial Revolution and contributed to increased efficiency in agriculture. Today, many traction engines are preserved as historical artifacts and are showcased at events and museums dedicated to steam power and vintage machinery.