Grab iron
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-002619
A metal handhold or bar attached to the exterior of railway rolling stock, such as locomotives and freight cars. These provide a secure grip for railway personnel when climbing onto or moving around the equipment. Safety regulations, such as those from the Federal Railroad Administration, dictate their placement and dimensions.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-002619 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Rail equipment |
| References | Grab iron (Merriam-Webster) |
| Translations | German: Griffstange; Spanish: barra de agarre; French: main courante |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-002619",
"term": "Grab iron",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A metal handhold or bar attached to the exterior of railway rolling stock, such as locomotives and freight cars. These provide a secure grip for railway personnel when climbing onto or moving around the equipment. Safety regulations, such as those from the Federal Railroad Administration, dictate their placement and dimensions.",
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"Grab iron (Merriam-Webster)"
],
"translations": {
"de": "Griffstange",
"es": "barra de agarre",
"fr": "main courante"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/grab-iron/"
}
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