Re: PHCH Coal Hoppers

David Johnson (trainman@ozemail.com.au)
Thu, 27 Nov 1997 22:50:35 +1100

Bob wrote:

> What has me tossed
> however is the numbering system , if you can call it that. Unlike
> FreightCorp waggons that use a sequencial numbering system these numbers
> are all over the place. one wagon will have a number starting with a
> 1----- the next 2---- then 3----- then 2----
> again. What logic do they use?

I did work this out one day. I have since forgotten. The first digit represents the
"type" of wagon - ie terminal, intermediate etc. If I find my photos, I'm sure I'll
remeber.

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David Johnson
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