What are these?

cbg Aug 10, 2022

  1. cbg

    cbg TrainBoard Member

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    Saw these in the Sparks yard and would like more detail on what they are exactly. The red "flag" I think identifies the track/train is not to be used, the yellow paint marks with the track centered tube I am guessing identifies the last spot a car can be placed allowing clearance with with adjacent track near the switch. Thanks in advance for your replies....

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    cbg, Aug 10, 2022
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  2. Hardcoaler

    Hardcoaler TrainBoard Member

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    I'm thinking that the red flag is a stop point that must not be passed. You're right that the yellow marks a fouling point.
     
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  3. acptulsa

    acptulsa TrainBoard Member

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    Not N scale.
     
    acptulsa, Aug 11, 2022
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  4. BoxcabE50

    BoxcabE50 HOn30 & N Scales Staff Member TrainBoard Supporter

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    I will move this to a better location.
     
    BoxcabE50, Aug 11, 2022
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  5. BNSF FAN

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    Sometimes fouling points like Hardcoaler said and sometimes they mark a stopping point for any number of reasons like a crew change spot, or servicing spot.
     
    BNSF FAN, Aug 13, 2022
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