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What is a Cant rail?

PostPosted: Tue Jul 04, 2006 11:56 pm
by Lincoln62
I had never heard of a Cant rail so I looked it up. For those who are
interested.

Cant Rail
In the construction of a railway coach, the timber or steel rail running
along the top of the body-side. It is "canted" in that the top is angled
to match the roof profile.

Cheers
Peter
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