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Posted: May 12 2013 (12:02)
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Last Response: May 15 2013 (11:50)
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May 12 2013 (12:02) 12628/Karnataka Express (PT) | BYPL/Baiyyappanahalli (2 PFs)
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Itarsi (ET) #18769 and #16783 WDM-3A smoking hard while pulling Karnataka express.
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Few points why KK is hauled by twin locos...
1.The most common reason is the need for additional motive power when a single locomotive is unable to haul the train due to uphill grades, excessive train weight, or a combination of the two.
2.Double-heading is also used on passenger trains when one locomotive could suffice but would not be fast enough to maintain the schedule.
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1.The most common reason is the need for additional motive power when a single locomotive is unable to haul the train due to uphill grades, excessive train weight, or a combination of the two.
2.Double-heading is also used on passenger trains when one locomotive could suffice but would not be fast enough to maintain the schedule.
3.More...
more...
1 Public Posts - Wed May 15, 2013