A diverging track section between mainline tracks used for storing, re-routing, or reversing direction of trains is called?

A diverging track section between mainline tracks used for storing, re-routing, or reversing direction of trains is called?

• A. Line-Of-Sight
• B. ABS
• C. Pocket Tracks
• D. Right-Of-Way

Answer: (C)

The main idea is a pocket track, a diverging track that sits between mainline tracks and is used to store trains, reroute them, or reverse their direction before rejoining the main line. This kind of track lets trains pull off the mainline to wait, be staged for switching, or turn around without blocking the primary route. It’s a specific track layout, not a signaling or legal concept. Line-Of-Sight refers to visibility for signals and operations, not a track to park or reroute trains. ABS is a signaling/braking system, not a track type. Right-Of-Way is the legal space designated for railroad use, not a physical storing or reversing track.

The main idea is a pocket track, a diverging track that sits between mainline tracks and is used to store trains, reroute them, or reverse their direction before rejoining the main line. This kind of track lets trains pull off the mainline to wait, be staged for switching, or turn around without blocking the primary route. It’s a specific track layout, not a signaling or legal concept.

Line-Of-Sight refers to visibility for signals and operations, not a track to park or reroute trains. ABS is a signaling/braking system, not a track type. Right-Of-Way is the legal space designated for railroad use, not a physical storing or reversing track.