D8 facts for kids
D8, D.VIII, D VIII, D08, or D-8 are different ways to write a short code that can mean many things! It's like a short name for different items, places, or groups. When you see "D8," you need to look at the rest of the sentence to know what it's talking about.
Fun and Games
D8 Dice
When you play a tabletop role-playing game like Dungeons & Dragons, you often use special dice. A "d8" is an eight-sided die. It looks like two pyramids joined at their bases. Players roll it to find out results for actions or events in the game.
D8 TV Channel
D8 was a popular French TV channel. It started in 2012 and showed many different programs. These included movies, TV shows, and sports. In 2016, the channel changed its name to C8.
Dissipated Eight
The Dissipated Eight is a singing group from Middlebury College in the United States. This group is an a cappella group, which means they sing without any musical instruments. They use only their voices to make all the sounds. The group started in 1953 and is still performing today!
Cool Machines and Vehicles
Caterpillar D8 Tractor
The Caterpillar D8 is a very powerful machine called a track-type tractor or bulldozer. It has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move over rough ground. These machines are used to push large amounts of dirt, sand, or other materials. They are often seen on construction sites or in mining areas. The first D8 model was made in 1935.
Fokker D.VIII Aircraft
The Fokker D.VIII was a German fighter plane from World War I. It was built in 1918. This plane was special because it had only one wing on top of the fuselage. This design is called a "parasol monoplane." It was known for being fast and easy to fly.
HMAS Vendetta (D08)
HMAS Vendetta (D08) was a destroyer ship in the Royal Australian Navy. It was built in 1954. Destroyers are fast warships that protect larger ships from attacks. The HMAS Vendetta served for many years and was part of the Daring class of ships.
Spyker D8 Concept Car
The Spyker D8 was a special car shown in 2009. It was a "concept car," which means it was a design idea to show what a future car might look like. It was a luxury SUV made by the Dutch company Spyker.
GE Dash 8 Series Locomotives
The GE Dash 8 Series is a family of powerful locomotives (train engines). These trains were built by General Electric starting in the 1980s. They are used to pull long freight trains across countries. They are known for their strong engines and modern technology.
Other Meanings
Developing 8 Countries
The Developing 8 Countries (often called the D-8) is a group of eight countries that work together. These countries are Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey. They formed this group in 1997 to help each other grow their economies and trade. They also work on projects together to improve life for their people.
Dublin 8
Dublin 8 is a postal district in Dublin, the capital city of Ireland. Like many big cities, Dublin is divided into different areas for mail delivery. Dublin 8 covers parts of the city center and some neighborhoods to the west.
See also
- 8D (disambiguation)
- In Spanish: D8 para niños
