Water trough

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006537",
  "term": "Water trough",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A long, shallow tank positioned between the rails of a railway track, allowing steam locomotives to replenish their water supply while in motion. A scoop lowered from the tender dips into the trough, forcing water up into the tender's tank. This system eliminated the need for frequent stops at water towers on long journeys.",
  "synonyms": [
    "track pan"
  ],
  "subject": "Rail equipment",
  "see_also": [
    "track pan"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Wassertrog",
    "es": "canal de agua",
    "fr": "rigole d'alimentation en eau"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/water-trough/"
}