7-Machine-Transportation-Vehicle-Train-Track

track for train

Tracks {track, train} {railroad track} have standard width {gauge, track} between rails: 4 feet 8 1/2 inches. Narrow-gauge railroad uses narrower width. Model trains use HO gauge, in which eighth inch equals one foot, or other gauges.

spur of track

Railroad track {spur, track}| can have a dead-end branch, to hold waiting train cars or locomotives.

third rail

power rail {third rail} for electric train.

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