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Old 28th May 2007, 13:51
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Originally Posted by swisstrains View Post
Thanks Les. I assume the term "line speed" also apples to "temporary line speeds". If so that will explain why the light engines I have seen appear to be going noticeably slower than the passenger trains. I am not sure what the exact speeds are because the face of the TSR sign can't be seen from a public place.
I have seen a TSR (temporary speed restriction) of 30 over 70 this means that passanger trains and empty stock can run at 70 but freight runs over at 30 but a light engine can do 60.

Confused I know I am but its easier to understand when you work on it on a daily basis.

Les
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