Re: what is a 38"s theoretical top speed?
Neil Waller (nwaller@denr.sa.gov.au)
Wed, 04 Feb 1998 14:33:14 +1030
Roderick Smith wrote:
>
> Is Sydney Harbour Bridge 50 m above water level?
> A derailed 38 would be reach about 110 km/h before splashing. If it
> derailed at 110 km/h, it would lancing into the water at 145 km/h.
> Patrons of a farewell tour to a 38 on a mainline in early 1970 claimed
> above 130 km/h, but this has never been verified.
> --
> Regards
> Roderick Smith
> Rail News Victoria Editor
Cheerful soul!
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