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Railroading Terms – Part 15
Continuing this series here are six more prototype railroading terms:
Junction
Where two or more railroad lines converge as designated by the Timetable.
Main Track
A track where train movements are authorized by ABS, DCS, or interlocking as designated by the Timetable.
Maintenance of Way
A location where work is being carried out by Railroad Crewsas designated by Form D. Abbreviated as MOW or MW.
Marker
A highly visible red/amber light, reflector flag, or marking device on the rear of a train.
Mile Post
A white sign with black numbers to designate the distance from a location. Abbreviated as MP.
Movable Point Frog
A frog with a moving alignment allowing open flangeway for train movement.
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