Re: End of Train Devices

[keithm@commslab.gov.au (Keith Malcolm)]

In article <37201208.166884@news.netconnect.com.au> 
krel4203@netconnect.com.au (Krel ) writes:>From: krel4203@netconnect.com.au 
(Krel )>Subject: Re: End of Train Devices
>Date: Fri, 23 Apr 1999 06:51:20 GMT


>>>>
>>>a) the train was operated by NRC for QR.
>>>b) what was illegal about it?
>>>
>>a) The GSPE is hauled by NRC under a "Hook & Pull" contract. They do not
>>operate the train.
>>
>AIUI NRC are responsible for the end of train device ( as for
>Overland, etc).

>>b) A BOG is NOT an authorised indication for the end of a passenger train in
>>NSW.

A BOG can be used on a passenger train, but isn't reqired where there is a
brake van as they are used where no van exists(marker lights).


David Malcolm