Ballast
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Pierre concassée ou gravier placé sous et autour des traverses pour répartir les charges des trains, assurer le drainage et résister aux mouvements latéraux et longitudinaux de la voie. La voie ballastée est la forme la plus répandue de plateforme ferroviaire dans le monde, bien que la voie sur dalle soit de plus en plus utilisée sur les lignes à grande vitesse.
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Ballast is a term used in the railway industry. Understanding this concept helps travelers navigate train services, schedules, and ticketing more effectively. See the full definition above for details.
Knowing what Ballast means can help passengers plan their journeys, understand announcements, and make informed decisions about routes, fares, and service types when traveling by train.
Several railway terms are closely related to Ballast. You can explore related concepts in the sidebar or browse the full TrainFYI glossary to deepen your understanding of rail terminology.