NSWGR_46Class
Just call my Captain Rude
Never heard or these can you describe them better, were you have seen them and what do they do.
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Never heard or these can you describe them better, were you have seen them and what do they do.
Whoops, my mistake. I meant tonnage signs, as opposed to signals. They are fitted to signals at the foot of a rising grade, to prevent heavy goods trains stopping at signals on a grade, which could cause them to stall.
It basically says that trains of either 75% of full load or trains over prescribed load (as set out in working timetable) must wait until the signal the sign is attached to shows either full clear or medium, depending on the sign's location, i'm guessing.
Hope this helps,
Matt.
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48's in the lead?
There have been many times when 81's and 48's have worked together but as Raichase says, it's usually the 81 class leading because it's more comfortable. Interestingly though the 48 class should lead because the traction motor long term amperage rating on the 48 class is lower than that of the 81 class.
With the 81 class leading it is possible to burn out the traction motors of the poor little 48er, which I've seen happen. That's the way it was supposed to be back in the good old days anyway. I've got to admit that there weren't many time when I had the 48 on the front although I think they both are the best two locomotive classes ever built!
Railwayz.
Matt,
There have been many times when 81's and 48's have worked together but as Raichase says, it's usually the 81 class leading because it's more comfortable. Interestingly though the 48 class should lead because the traction motor long term amperage rating on the 48 class is lower than that of the 81 class.
With the 81 class leading it is possible to burn out the traction motors of the poor little 48er, which I've seen happen. That's the way it was supposed to be back in the good old days anyway. I've got to admit that there weren't many time when I had the 48 on the front although I think they both are the best two locomotive classes ever built!
Railwayz.
NSWGR_46Class
Just call my Captain Rude
Thats intresting as I was always taught that you had the higest power Locomotive on the front and lower rated ones to the back, the reason being if the samller loco wheel sliped you had less chance off pushing them off the track. Well that was 20 years ago.
Intresting things are loco cabs the 45 class cabs was not as cramped as a 48 but just as bad in the wind due to draughts. And let not start on running a 44 with the B cab leading.
Hmmm. Well it was 23 years ago that I did the engine and air school and that was when I was taught about it so you would think that it was the same in all parts. I hadn't heard about the wheelslip problem though. B end? Did you come from South Australia or Victoria originally? That may explain the different teachings if you did.
And you're absolutely right about the 45 class cab. Nice a roomy. Nice and chilly too. I always liked the 48 class cab because it was cramped and cosy. Except when the window beside you didn't seal propely. Then it was hell on earth in winter.
Railwayz
Here we go 
48 in the lead. And a few of Pete's (Ad602000) amazing buildings in the background.
(Either the driver has had a few or there is track work?, due to this fool was on the wrong track side)
(Area's shown are still under texture, building etc placement, latest part in my route under construction)
Cheers
Trent
48 in the lead. And a few of Pete's (Ad602000) amazing buildings in the background.
(Either the driver has had a few or there is track work?, due to this fool was on the wrong track side)
(Area's shown are still under texture, building etc placement, latest part in my route under construction)
Cheers
Trent
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Hi Matt,
Yeah I find it weird seeing it that way, but since some were talking about it I had to load one into my route and take it for a run. I like the 81 class a lot, Probably my favorite loco. Have had a few runs in one when I was younger. It was a blast.
Cheers
Trent
Yeah I find it weird seeing it that way, but since some were talking about it I had to load one into my route and take it for a run. I like the 81 class a lot, Probably my favorite loco. Have had a few runs in one when I was younger. It was a blast.
Cheers
Trent
I have a book that I like looking through, it's called "sketches from beside the line" by Kenneth G Bowen. It has wonderful sketches of all things railway. Some of you may be familiar with his work. Sadly he is no longer with us. Anyway I was looking at a station scene of Gilgandra NSW and there was an indistinct building in the far background. Luckily he did a sketch of the building a few pages on. It's a sketch of McLeods Mill, which also is no longer with us as it burnt down in the 70's
You will have to allow me some poetic licence here as it only gave partial views of the sides facing the tracks and not the back. So based on the sketch and again using known object sizes I have come up with this.
this will allow you to have a couple of different types of mills.
Castlereagh Flour Mill, Gilgandra
cheers
pete
You will have to allow me some poetic licence here as it only gave partial views of the sides facing the tracks and not the back. So based on the sketch and again using known object sizes I have come up with this.
this will allow you to have a couple of different types of mills.
Castlereagh Flour Mill, Gilgandra
cheers
pete
Pete,
Looks good. Another must have item. There are to few Aussie mills for trainz, that i can find anyway. The only one i know of is the built-in Allied Mill. I look forward to this one, as will others i'm sure.
Anyway, 'nough yapping. I thought since i started the discussion on the 81 vs. 48 locos, i had better post a few shots.
As with Trent's shots, the areas shown are under construction, so you'll have to exuse the rather basic texture job, and lack of trees/buildings/signs of civilization.
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Matt.
Looks good. Another must have item. There are to few Aussie mills for trainz, that i can find anyway. The only one i know of is the built-in Allied Mill. I look forward to this one, as will others i'm sure.
Anyway, 'nough yapping. I thought since i started the discussion on the 81 vs. 48 locos, i had better post a few shots.
As with Trent's shots, the areas shown are under construction, so you'll have to exuse the rather basic texture job, and lack of trees/buildings/signs of civilization.
By mattym12a at 2010-07-19
By mattym12a at 2010-07-19
By mattym12a at 2010-07-19
Matt.
Here we go
48 in the lead. And a few of Pete's (Ad602000) amazing buildings in the background.
(Either the driver has had a few or there is track work?, due to this fool was on the wrong track side)
(Area's shown are still under texture, building etc placement, latest part in my route under construction)
Cheers
Trent
G'day Trent! :wave:
Quick question, what is the name of that track? It looks so detailed!:udrool:
Cheers!
Jake.
NSWGR_46Class
Just call my Captain Rude
20 or so-Years ago for me started on the footplate at Port Kembla BHP(driver fitter jack of all trades) then SRA Broken Hill - Electrical Fitter - to Bathurst Acting Driver retrenched - Worked at Clyde Bathurst back on the spanners.
Short time at Lithgow depot as shed driver/fitter then. Teaching Job with TAFE electrical trades/computer hardware. Now semi retired part time fire person / youth worker / trainz geek LOL
G'day Trent! :wave:
Quick question, what is the name of that track? It looks so detailed!:udrool:
Cheers!
Jake.
Hello Jake,
UK Bullhead wooden 09 and UK Wooden Rusty 09 both on DLS.
Think I listed the KUID's af ew pages back on Aussie screenshots as well. I cant look them up atm as not on my main machine til morning
Cheers
Trent
Demonlord_Hightower
Member
Tanvaras, whats the kuid and name of the bridge you're using?
If you're referring to that rusty old thing in his shots last night, i asked that question also. Go back 2-3 pages, the answer is there somewhere.
Matt.
mussels412
Train Spotter
Jamie go to content manager then find the item and right click ''save to cdp'' then go to where you saved it and attach it to an email.
Cheers Luke
Demonlord_Hightower
Member
thanks matt. will check them out shortly