Broad gauge

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-000781",
  "term": "Broad gauge",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A railway track gauge that is wider than the 1,435 mm (4 feet 8.5 inches) standard gauge. Several broad gauges are in use globally, including the 1,676 mm Indian gauge, the 1,668 mm Iberian gauge, and the 1,520 mm Russian gauge. The choice of a broader gauge can permit larger rolling stock and greater stability at high speeds.",
  "subject": "Industrial supplies, equipment, and components",
  "see_also": [
    "standard gauge",
    "narrow gauge"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Breitspur",
    "es": "vía ancha",
    "fr": "voie large"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/broad-gauge/"
}