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Definition of railroad jack

1 : a portable jack used for heavy lifting
2a : 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 23 May. 2022.

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