a short track connected to a main track, used for loading, unloading, or storing trains
側線
a short railway track branching off from a main line, typically leading to a specific facility
支線
the layer of crushed stones or gravel placed under and around railway tracks to keep them in place and provide drainage
軌道バラスト
a railway system that has only one rail instead of two, usually in an elevated position
モノレール
a mechanical installation enabling trains to be guided from one track to another
分岐器
an additional rail providing electric power to trains, often used in subway systems
第3のレール
a wire or cable that is used to carry electricity or signals and is supported above the ground by poles or towers
架空線
the farthest point reached by a railway line or the starting point for transport of goods
鉄道の終点
the layer of stones or other material on which the railway tracks are laid
トラックベッド
a flat piece of metal used to join and support the ends of rails in a railroad track
タイプレート
a smaller distance between railroad tracks, less than the standard size, often used in mountains or small space
ナローゲージ
the most common distance between railroad tracks, which is 1,435 mm apart
標準ゲージ
a place where trains stop to pick up or drop off passengers and cargo
鉄道駅
the raised surface in a station next to a railroad track where people can get on and off a train
プラットフォーム
a large open space or hallway within a building, often used for gatherings or as a central area in transportation hubs like airports or train stations
コンコース
a building or structure from which railway signals and switches are controlled
信号箱
a new train or bus station built on an existing line to serve an area that previously did not have a nearby station
インフィル駅
a major station where multiple train routes converge and services are provided
鉄道ターミナル
a raised structure in a train station where passengers can board and alight from trains, surrounded by tracks on both sides
島式ホーム
a type of railroad where trains rely on friction between the wheels and the track for propulsion rather than using a cog or rack system
粘着鉄道
a railway with a toothed rail, allowing trains to operate on steep gradients
ラックレール
a specialized railway facility where freight trains are sorted into different tracks according to their destinations or routes
分類ヤード
a circular railway track that allows trains to change direction without needing to turn around
バルーンループ
a track arrangement where three rails converge to allow trains to change direction
Y字型連結
the cross-sectional shape or contour of a railway track's metal rail
レールプロファイル
a term used to describe any equipment, device, or structure used on or alongside railway tracks to facilitate safe and efficient operations
鉄道用具
a tall structure supporting electrical wires used to power trains
牽引電流の電柱