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Railway terminology varies from country to country, between model and reality, and even between different professions within the industry. This forum seeks to clarify such diversity.

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An engine assigned to yard service. May or may not be specifically designed for such use; could be a downgraded road engine.

Related term (GB, Australia, other): Shunter, Shunting Engine
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