Light railway

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-003341",
  "term": "Light railway",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A railway constructed with lighter materials and to lower standards than a main line, designed for lower speeds and lighter loads. This type of railway serves industrial sites, quarries, or agricultural areas where heavy infrastructure is not justified. Track gauges vary widely, from narrow gauges like 600 mm to standard gauge, depending on the specific application.",
  "subject": "Rail equipment",
  "see_also": [
    "light rail"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Kleinbahn",
    "es": "ferrocarril ligero",
    "fr": "voie ferrée légère"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/light-railway/"
}