A handcar is a small, manually operated vehicle used on railway tracks. It is typically powered by people pumping a set of handles up and down, which moves the wheels along the track. Handcars were once commonly used by railway workers for maintenance and inspection, allowing them to travel short distances quickly without needing a locomotive. Although they have mostly been replaced by motorized vehicles, handcars are still used in some areas for historical or recreational purposes. They are simple in design and provide a fun, nostalgic way of traveling along the tracks.

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