A mine car is a vehicle used to transport ore or other materials in underground mining operations. The term 'mine car' can also refer to the various types of vehicles used on a railway, such as a TRAM, TROLLEY, or HUTCH. A TRAM is a light rail vehicle that runs on tracks and is powered by electricity. A TROLLEY is a similar vehicle, but it is powered by an overhead wire. A HUTCH is a type of mine car that is pushed or pulled along rails by a locomotive.