railroad jack

noun

1
: a portable jack used for heavy lifting
2
a
: a 4-screw or 6-screw hoist operated by electric motors for lifting locomotives off their wheels while they are undergoing repairs
b
: a hydraulic lift device operated either by hand lever or motor

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“Railroad jack.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/railroad%20jack. Accessed 15 Oct. 2024.

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