Complete track replacement involves the removal and replacement of all components of the track structure, including the rails, ties (sleepers), fasteners, and ballast, down to the subgrade or subballast layer, to restore the track to a like-new condition. This is a major undertaking typically performed when the track has reached the end of its service life or has deteriorated to the point where it can no longer be economically maintained. The process typically begin....
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