GNER training simulators at Newcastle.

[Snapper]

Something a bit different. A look at the GNER simulators at Newcastle:

http://paulbigland.fotopic.net/c1369469.html

 

[Meld]

Interesting shots Paul - nice to see a little of the behind the scenes

 

[me123]

I like these; it's good to see what the drivers are trained on. I want a go

 

[Snapper]

I like these; it's good to see what the drivers are trained on. I want a go

They are fun. I had a quick go on the GNER one, driving a train North from Newcastle to Cramlington. I've also had a go on the Virgin Pendolino and Voyager simulators, which are even more realistic as they're a full cab mock which moves on hydraulics!

Here's some more Simulator pix to compare.

SNCF:

http://paulbigland.fotopic.net/c1259791.html

Virgin Pendolino/Voyager:

http://paulbigland.fotopic.net/c1132566.html

http://paulbigland.fotopic.net/c731195.html

 

[kellogs211]

Hi there i was wondering whether they would allow for a birthday treat to have a go as i am turning 14 Soon and i am Very interested in the HST and Virgin trains. Thanks
Jonathan

 

[Gizmogle]

I think they probably would at a price.
I know TPE do a simulator at the NRM, but they charge £100+ if you want a go.

 

[RJ]

How many Paul's

Nice shots!

 

[class 313]

Hi there i was wondering whether they would allow for a birthday treat to have a go as i am turning 14 Soon and i am Very interested in the HST and Virgin trains. Thanks
Jonathan

I wouldn't of thought so as they aren't toys. Maybe at a price as Gizzy said.

 

[EE Type 3]

I've been on the Southern Electrostar sim:happy9::tongue3:

 

[schmoo_smith]

thats looks so much fun!! I would love to have a go, can anyone in the know possibly organise a trip there for forum members?

 

[Craig]

I know TPE do a simulator at the NRM, but they charge £100+ if you want a go.

£275 according to this link:
http://www.nrm.org.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/2006/trainsimulator.asp