It's a It could very well be an old one that was put into place recently.
Hmm, kinda sus. But the bolts look old, like they've been there a while.
Still, why would anyone put a device like that in place, 'just in case', I wonder.
Still, why would anyone put a device like that in place, 'just in case', I wonder.
They only have one purpose - to derail trains.
If it was placed there deliberately, it's to prevent a runaway or otherwise unwanted train from continuing down the track.
The rails look moderately used but not really heavily used, could be there's maintenance or something on that line. It's easier to pick a car up on it's side with a rail crane than it is to try and fish it out of a hole, or pick it up out of the dirt if the rails cease to exist farther down.
it's to prevent a runaway or otherwise unwanted train from continuing down the track.
It sounded ridiculous at first but it makes sense. Rather than gain momentum and hit something important at the end of the track, better to derail it sooner. A big barrier in the middle wouldn't necessarily stop the cars, but a derailer certainly will.
Makes sense, thanks. Was wondering why the tracks showed signs of recent-ish use but those bolts (as far as one can tell from the video) have that even coat of rust.
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