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main track hand operated switch [1 record]

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Record 1 2024-02-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Switchgear (Rail Transport)
DEF

A switch connected to the main track used to route equipment or a track unit to or from the main track.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appareils de voie (Transport par rail)
DEF

Aiguillage rattaché à une voie principale utilisé pour orienter du matériel roulant ou un véhicule d'entretien en direction ou en provenance de la voie principale.

Spanish

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