Question

Which one of the following tools is required to bend the rails for track maintenance ?

A. Rail tong B. Jim crow C. Crowbar D. Wire claw

Answer 1

It should be rail tong .

Answer 2

The answer is 'b. jim crow.'

• Jim crow is a U or V-shaped tool which is used to bend the rails.

• The rail tongs are used to lift the rails.

• A crowbar is usually used to open nailed crates or boxes. They are used to pry away the nails.

• The wire claws are used to open and close the ballasts from the rails and sleepers.

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