theblackwatch
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Only ID I've seen has been 43272 as leading with seven trailers and ANOther power car.
43277 on rear, no idea about the stock yet...
Only ID I've seen has been 43272 as leading with seven trailers and ANOther power car.
Correct. That is a very good first reason for it to not go to EMR. Second, it has a prototype trailer in the set. Why take one if you don't have to? Third, if it was going, they'd have painted a full 8-car set, not a 7-car.
Paint paint paint paint paint paint paint.I hope so. it would be a shame to scrap an already painted set, particularly one with a prototype trailer
Given the fact that it will be hardly be overworked doing charters , will the fact that a prototype involved be such an issue ?Paint paint paint paint paint paint paint.
All people ever look at. There's far more important stuff to look at when choosing vehicles. Anyone who takes a prototype trailer when others are available needs their head testing, frankly.
The prototype TF I can understand. Why not 43206?
Indeed.Others in the know may be able to elaborate or correct - but possibly because (if memory serves me correctly) it required a fairly extensive re-build of the nose end / cab area prior to entering service with (I think) GNER.
43277 on rear, no idea about the stock yet...
Additionally, does anyone know the consist of the set which transferred on Monday?
https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/train/K05859/2019-12-16/detailed
If a set is to be used for mainly enthusiast charters, then livery and vehicles' pedigree do matter a lot. The set would be likely to attract far more attention and custom if presented as a heritage one. The HST has such a place in the non-enthusiast mind-set, that the original livery, etc., will carry some sway there too.Paint paint paint paint paint paint paint.
All people ever look at. There's far more important stuff to look at when choosing vehicles. Anyone who takes a prototype trailer when others are available needs their head testing, frankly.