Another archive video added - 484 being re-railed

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Another archive video added - 484 being re-railed

Unread postby Ian Kelly » Thu Nov 12, 2020 5:10 pm

https://vimeo.com/478698240 Running time: 30 minutes
In 1999, Cumbres and Toltec engine 484 was derailed whilst on a flanger move with engine 497. Accident most likely caused by a buildup of ice. This video, shot by Ernie Robart, details the effort to re-rail the engine using 2 x 120 ton cranes.

More videos to be posted next week.

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