loading gauge
The "loading gauge" is a critical measurement in rail transport, ensuring that vehicles can safely navigate through tunnels, under bridges, and past other structures.
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Definition
C1Rail Transport
(technical)The maximum dimensions a rail vehicle can have to safely pass through infrastructure like tunnels and bridges.
Example
- Engineers must consider the loading gauge when designing new rail vehicles.
- The train was modified to fit within the loading gauge of the older railway system.
C1Rail Transport
(technical)A physical structure used to verify that a rail vehicle's height and width do not exceed permissible limits.
Example
- The loading gauge frame ensures that all rail cars meet safety standards.
- Before departure, the train passed through a loading gauge to confirm its dimensions.
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