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Old 30th September 2012, 21:05
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Natural Gas powered locomotives

I thought that this link is interesting. The locomotive has a big tank for storing the gas:
http://news.nationalpost.com/2012/09...ndlyer-future/


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Old 2nd October 2012, 16:57
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Interesting locomotive. I'm not sure what the cost would be however. That tank is much larger than the diesel tanks on ordinary locomotives, which suggests a lower efficiency. It's early in development however, so I wish Canadian National luck in their endeavour. I'm glad someone is taking climate change as seriously as it should be.
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I'm glad someone is taking climate change as seriously as it should be.
So,will you be running your 1100 on gas soon then ?
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Old 2nd October 2012, 20:05
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So,will you be running your 1100 on gas soon then ?
Failed its MOT 8 months back, so its been sold to an enthusiast who might be able to use it for parts.
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Failed its MOT 8 months back, so its been sold to an enthusiast who might be able to use it for parts.
Sorry to hear that SFE.
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Old 2nd October 2012, 20:25
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Thankyou. At least it has gone to someone to whom it may be of use, and may have a brighter future.
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