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This document discusses defects in railway rolling stock wheels. It describes common wheel defects like thin flanges, sharp flanges, and worn wheel roots. Thin flanges are dangerous as they increase play between the wheelset and track. Sharp flanges can damage points and crossings. The document provides diagrams to check for these defects and condemn limits. It also covers wheel and axle assembly, wheel profiles, and maintenance best practices to minimize wheel defects.

Author

Chiranjib

Language

EN