Loading gauge
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loading-gauge-178-15064674
title:
Loading gauge
text:
A loading gauge is a diagram or physical structure that defines the maximum height and width dimensions in railway vehicles and their loads. Their purpose is to ensure that rail vehicles can pass safely through tunnels and under bridges, and keep clear of platforms, trackside buildings and structures. Classification systems vary between different countries, and loading gauges may vary across a network, even if the track gauge is uniform. The term loading gauge can also be applied to the maximum
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encyclopedia
description:
Maximum dimensions for railway vehicles and their loads
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loading_gauge
date created:
2003-12-24T13:09:17Z
date modified:
2024-09-04T16:02:51Z
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