EOT device: An end-of-train device (sometimes called a FRED, or flashing rear-end device) that has replaced cabooses. Along with a flashing light, many EOTs can transmit information on brake-line pressure and speed to the locomotive.
EOT device.
Abbreviation for end-of-train device, the modern end-of-train marker, placed on the rear coupler of a train to monitor air-brake system integrity and air pressure.
EOT End Of Train unit (see also Caboose). An EOT transmits brake pipe pressure to the lead unit (head end locomotive), ...
answer to yellow temporary reduced speed flag placed 1 1/2 miles in advance of restricted tracks EOT End Of Train unit (see also Caboose).
Telemetry Another name for an EOT device which transmits End Of Train info to engine. Also "Telem", "Tele", "FRED", and "Freddie".
Largely obsolete, having been replaced by the electronic End of Train (EOT) device, or Flashing Rear End Device called "FRED".[9]
Cant: Angle.
Also, with the brakes cut out if the Engineer had to dump the air from the tail end using the EOT and CDU, again the potential is there for an emergency application to not occur as this car is cut out.
End-of-Train device (EOT)
Device that is installed at the rear of the train to transmit information to the train engineer
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Flashing Rear End Device See EOT Device.
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Modeling that does not closely follow a prototype railroad.
EOT
RAILWAYS. End Of Train (Device). Same as ETD, ETM and FRED.
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TRAINZ. A system developed by TrainzProRoutes.
 See also: Engine, Locomotive, Cab, Track, Normal
  
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