Push Railway Snowplow

Item Name Code (INC) 04371

Right-of-Way Construction and Maintenance Equipment, Railroad: Federal Supply Class: FSC 2230; NATO Supply Classification Class: NSC 2230
Railway Equipment: Federal Supply Group: FSG 22; NATO Supply Classification Group: NSG 22
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An item for removing snow from railway tracks by pushing motion, the actual removal resulting from a horizontally straight blade cutting diagonally into the snow or a wedge blade moving snow to both sides of railway track. Includes types designed for mounting on a railway car or locomotive, and types which are integral with their carrier. Excludes rotary type snowplows.

Additional Information for Push Railway Snowplow

Push Railway Snowplows are a type of equipment used in the railroad industry for clearing snow from railway tracks. They are specifically designed to push snow off the tracks, ensuring safe and efficient train operations during winter weather conditions.

These snowplows are categorized under the supply class "Right-Of-Way Construction And Maintenance Equipment, Railroad" in the supply group "Railway Equipment." This classification indicates that they are part of the equipment used for maintaining and constructing the railway's right-of-way, which includes the tracks, signals, and other infrastructure.

Push Railway Snowplows are typically attached to locomotives or specialized maintenance vehicles. They feature a large, sturdy blade at the front that can be adjusted to different angles to effectively clear snow from the tracks. Some snowplows also have additional features such as rotary brushes or blowers to enhance their snow-clearing capabilities.

These snowplows play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of trains during winter months, preventing snow buildup on the tracks that could lead to delays or accidents.