"Clive Coleman" wrote in message
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In message , A.Lee
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On Wed, 10 Nov 2004 09:09:38 -0800, S.Byers wrote:

The extent of the damage in the Berkshire crash was caused by ...
1/ the rear power car, still under full power,

FO back under your stone, troll.

I don't troll this N/G but I do remember working on British Railways
when propelling was not allowed above 40mph. I expect I'll now get
some egghead to troll me, but this was always the case when working
tender first. (It also had the advantage of keeping the coal dust out
of your eyes).
--
Clive.

Braking and power control not withstanding, a heavy weight at the rear of a
train is not good news when it has to stop in a hurry, but a heavy weight at
the front means a better chance of staying upright and, potentially, more
protection for the guy at the sharp end.