Re: NRCs Coal Contract in the Hunter

[David Johnson <trainman@ozemail.com.au>]

Garry Hoddinett wrote:

> If I can recall correctly, Freight Rail was originally looking at 30 tonne
> axle loads for what eventually became their 90 class locomotives.  They then
> sought feedback from those locomotive builders who had registered an
> expression of interest to tender on the project and were advised to reduce
> the axle load to 27.5 tonnes.  However, as others have pointed out, the
> wagons these diesels haul have 30 tonne axle loads when fully loaded.

But the wagons don't come to Sydney for wheel lathe.

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David Johnson
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