The train is passing the site of Penpergwm station (closed 1958). The old station house, which is now a domestic residential property, is currently on the market for £399,950 (€500,000)! |
Series: | PH37A |
Build: | GE 2008−2014 (30) |
Top speed: | 120 km/h |
Gauge: | 1435 mm |
UIC axles: | Co'Co' |
Length: | 21.71 m |
Width: | 2.64 m |
Height: | 3.92 m |
Weight: | 129 t |
Axle load: | 21.6 t |
Prime mover: | GE PowerHaul P616 |
Power output: | 2750 kW |
Source: | en.wikipedia.org |
This picture has been taken from the Dundas Aqueduct (Kennet & Avon Canal) which the railway passes under. The arch that the railway passes was built to a narrower gauge than is acceptable today. By lowering the track bed will enable container trains with the tallest containers to be able to use this line. The line was closed for some 5 days t .. More |