stevej
New Member
G'day,
Having perused some threads about the LNER Flying Scotsman 4472, I am reminded of the visit Down-Under.
4472 travelled extensively, but naturally could not reach every region of Australia due to gauge differences.
When, 4472 went south to Melbourne, it was reported that it had been regauged.
I remember with amusement the furore in the UK, until it was realized that this was a joke.
Having viewed video of the revamped Flying Scotsman, I must confess that I prefer the appearance back in LNER identity.
Smoke deflectors were not adopted by the QR nor NSWR, and I think that 4472 looked better without a smoke deflector.
I did briefly climb into the cab of 4472, basically to thaw out during some woeful NSW winter conditions.
And chased it around the Central West of NSW when not at work.
It ran solo on short distance trips, and in companionship with our Jolly Green Giant 3801 on longer jaunts.
A water gin was utilized to accompany the train when travelling long distances.
But, numerous stops were necessary both for safeworking and crew relief requirements.
As to speed achievements, well the Aussie rail network is not generally designed for high speed.
Though, it is was rumoured that some high speed sprints did occur while stomping through the outback.
Our C38 class pacifics were restricted to a maximum speed of 70 mph, but could stomp much faster.
Steve.
http://s3.amazonaws.com/rrpa_photos/110221/LNER 4472 LMC 1 sep 1989.JPG
Having perused some threads about the LNER Flying Scotsman 4472, I am reminded of the visit Down-Under.
4472 travelled extensively, but naturally could not reach every region of Australia due to gauge differences.
When, 4472 went south to Melbourne, it was reported that it had been regauged.
I remember with amusement the furore in the UK, until it was realized that this was a joke.
Having viewed video of the revamped Flying Scotsman, I must confess that I prefer the appearance back in LNER identity.
Smoke deflectors were not adopted by the QR nor NSWR, and I think that 4472 looked better without a smoke deflector.
I did briefly climb into the cab of 4472, basically to thaw out during some woeful NSW winter conditions.
And chased it around the Central West of NSW when not at work.
It ran solo on short distance trips, and in companionship with our Jolly Green Giant 3801 on longer jaunts.
A water gin was utilized to accompany the train when travelling long distances.
But, numerous stops were necessary both for safeworking and crew relief requirements.
As to speed achievements, well the Aussie rail network is not generally designed for high speed.
Though, it is was rumoured that some high speed sprints did occur while stomping through the outback.
Our C38 class pacifics were restricted to a maximum speed of 70 mph, but could stomp much faster.
Steve.
http://s3.amazonaws.com/rrpa_photos/110221/LNER 4472 LMC 1 sep 1989.JPG