What is Stephenson's rail gauge measured in?
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Stephenson's rail gauge is a standard gauge used in railways throughout the world. It is measured in feet and inches, and is 4 feet 8.5 inches wide. This gauge was chosen by George Stephenson, the engineer who built the first steam locomotive, in 1825. It was based on the width of the tracks used in the mines of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, where Stephenson worked.
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