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Old 9th September 2009, 21:45
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Originally Posted by steam for ever View Post
It5 is NOT and I repeat NOT cheaper over long distances.
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Let me try and explain.

If you wish to transmit electricity over long distances, then by raising the transmission voltage you reduce the end cost. That is why the National Grid use such high voltages as the wires can be thinner and thus the supporting structures can be less massive.

I love steam, I can remember roaming round engine sheds with my ABC and shed guide in the sixties,and I really enjoy the heritage steam movement. BUT there is no future for steam on the "real" railway (apart from specials). I'm sure there will be more new builds in the future, but not "many" in real terms.

I admire your enthusiasm for all things steam but in the "real world" it's never going to happen.


Philip.

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