Dwarf signals are used for minor trackage within interlockings, as starting signals in passenger terminals, and to signal little-used sidings.
Dwarf signal
Short signal, often placed between tracks.
Dynamic braking ...
Dwarf signal at Utrecht Centraal, Netherlands.
In some situations where there is insufficient room for a post or gantry, signals may be mounted at ground level. Such signals may be physically smaller (termed dwarf signals).
Dwarf signal.
Run Through Train
An expedited train that runs from origin to destination and bypasses classification yards, even when moving from one railroad to another.
Jack: A dwarf signal (slang, Boston and Maine and New York New Haven and Hartford Railroads) ...
Dwarf Signal A signal placed in a significantly lower elevation that others in the system.
I have a slow approach (yellow over red on a dwarf signal) that allows me to proceed through CP Argo and on up to CP 71st Street. The IHB uses the NORAC rule book and NORAC uses speed signals.
(4) MTH 30-11011 7-light dwarf signal
This is an unusual point-to-point system which can accommodate freight shunting, industrial and trolley / commuter operations. Our example is a blend of all three.
Dwarf Signal Two or three lens signal used to control a move over a switch in a yard.
Dump the air Emergency application of the air brakes causing a train to stop abruptly, usually causing damage to the merchandise being carried or to the train equipment, itself Dwarf Signal Two or three lens signal used to control a move ...
 See also: Track, Switch, Crossing, Train, Engine
  
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