Loop

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-003430",
  "term": "Loop",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A section of track that diverges from a main line and later rejoins it, forming a parallel path. These are constructed on single-track lines to permit trains traveling in opposite directions to pass one another or for one train to overtake another. The length of a passing loop must be sufficient to accommodate the longest train expected to use the line, plus signals and safety margins at either end.",
  "subject": "Rail equipment",
  "see_also": [
    "belt loop",
    "ground loop"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Wendeschleife",
    "es": "bucle de retorno",
    "fr": "boucle de retournement"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/loop/"
}