DRS class 37`s 37259+37609 with 6K74 09.09 Sellafield B.N.F. - Crewe Coal Sidings Nuclear flask at Beckfoot 11th March 2017

A great shot here Alan and another one saved in my fav's folder with a YS

Best wishes ... Steve

Hi Steve we knew this was comming so I was ready for it thanks for your YS Best wishes Alan.

Hi Alan

Is the flask so heavy that it needs two engines to pull? Maybe one is insurance against break downs?

Nice shot Y*

All the best

Nick

Yes Andy your second suggestion is correct it's in case of one loco failing thanks for your YS.Best wishes Alan.

Hi Alan,

Interesting capture, and well taken.

I seem to remember a requirement for nuclear flask trains to have a brake van at the back, such that in the event of derailment there was no need for anyone to walk past a potentially leaking flask to protect the line..

Best Wishes
Peter

Hi Peter they where going some here so it was good to know they were comming and had some warning they where on their way.Best wishes Alan.

These nuclear flask trains are required by law to have two locos providing the power - whether they are both at the front or top n tailed - in case of failure. Nobody wants a trainload of radioactive waste sat at the bottom of the garden! I believe they are also route restricted as well.

Hi Tractacus thanks for your YS award and comments. Best wishes Alan.

Well captured.
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