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Handcar

technology Maturity 11-13

A handcar is a small car.

Theb0741 - Flickr - NOAA Photo Library.jpg
Theb0741 - Flickr - NOAA Photo Library.jpg
It moves on train tracks. People push it or pump a handle. It helps workers check the tracks. It is a fun way to ride. Do you want to try it?
RailVelocipede.jpg
RailVelocipede.jpg

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Theb0741 - Flickr - NOAA Photo Library.jpg
File:Preserved Velocipede.jpg
Preserved Velocipede.jpg
File:Indian Railway Inspection Trolley.jpg
Indian Railway Inspection Trolley.jpg
File:RailVelocipede.jpg
RailVelocipede.jpg
File:Hand car magic lantern.jpg
Hand car magic lantern.jpg
File:Taiwan history travel pushcar2.jpg
Taiwan history travel pushcar2.jpg
File:Buster Keaton drives a two-man, railroad handcar in The General.jpg
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