Brake van

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-000740",
  "term": "Brake van",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A specialized railway vehicle positioned at the rear of a freight train, housing a guard and braking equipment. The guard operates the handbrake to assist in controlling train speed and stopping, especially on gradients or during shunting operations. This vehicle also provides accommodation for the guard and often carries tools or emergency supplies.",
  "subject": "Rail equipment",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Bremswagen",
    "es": "furgón de cola",
    "fr": "fourgon de queue"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/brake-van/"
}