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Railroading Terms – Part 8
This model train blog will list various railroading terms over the next few weeks. Here is another six:
Crossover
This is a combination of two switches connecting adjacent tracks. When lined, the switch combination allows movements to cross from one track to the other.
Crow’s Nest
A box-like cupola structure raised above the roof of a caboose for visibility along the train while it is in motion.
Current of Traffic
The assigned timetabled direction for movement on a main track.
Cycle Braking
The process of applying, releasing, and reapplying train brakes to control speed without completely recharging the train brake system.
Dead Engine Device
Located near the locomotive control valve this device is used when a locomotive unit is handled dead-in-train (see below). Abbreviated as DED.
Dead-in-Train
Hauling locomotive or locomotives in a train without the MU cable and air hoses coupled (hauled like a car).
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