In railroading, what is the very front piece of the train called that deflects obstacles and debris?

Correct answer: Cow-catcher or pilot

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Hiqq
Hiqq
In Sweden the fender of a car is called a cow-catcher (kofångare), borrowed from the english word and use.
arohanui
arohanui
it's standard English, standard English, don't try to make it longer.
Snance
Snance
Trains must have been a hoot back in the day. Nice scenery, pleasant conversations, and exploding cows as far as the eye can see...
TestyAlien3443
TestyAlien3443
cow plow. simple, rhymes, I like it
quicksilver
quicksilver
Player-T G 3503313, or the Orange Blossom Special
Player-T G 3503313
Player-T G 3503313
Pardon me son is that the Chattanooga choo-choo?