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RAIL SURFACE [1 record]

Record 1 2012-03-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Tracks and Roadways (Rail Transport)
DEF

The surface of the rail on which runs the wheel.

OBS

running surface: term officially approved by Canadian Pacific Ltd.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Voies ferrées
DEF

Surface du champignon du rail où roule la roue.

OBS

table de roulement : [Ce terme] désigne également la partie de la roue qui entre en contact avec le dessus du rail.

OBS

table de roulement : terme uniformisé par CP Ltée et CN.

OBS

surface de roulement : terme uniformisé par Canadien Pacifique Ltée.

Spanish

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