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A railroad is a means of wheeled transportation for moving people and goods. Railroads are tracks on which trains can tow cars behind an engine.
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Lead track
Railways; Railroad
An extended track connecting either end of a yard with the main track.
Actual lead
Railways; Railroad
The length between the actual point of switch and the half-inch point of frog, measured on the line of the straight track.
Curved lead
Railways; Railroad
The degree of curvature in a turnout between the heel of the switch and the toe of the frog, measured on the centerline of the turnout track.
Switch lamp lens
Railways; Railroad
A lens set in a switch lamp. A wide-angle lens, which spreads a light of low intensity over a wide area, is most commonly used with yard switches.
Lever frame
Railways; Railroad
A frame holding levers for operating turnouts and signals. Can be found both in signal boxes and, where only a small number of levers are required, outside.
