breakdown crane
breakdown crane · breakdown cranes
A crane that can be used in the event of accidents and derailments, as well as for…A crane that can be used in the event of accidents and derailments, as well as for engineering work on the railway; the crane is usually coupled to another vehicle on which the jib can be rested when travelling, or when the crane is not in use.
Meaning
1 senses(UK)A crane that can be used in the event of accidents and derailments, as well as for engineering work on the railway; the crane is usually coupled to another vehicle on which the jib can be rested when travelling, or when the crane is not in use.
Forms
plural: breakdown cranes| Singular | breakdown crane |
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