Re: 3801 and 4401...

[<glillic@msn.com.au>]

>>
>> If you run 1 train with 2 locos (1 steam 1 diesel) you use 2 crews the
same
>> number of crews as if you run 2 different trains with 1 loco. I do
realise
>> there will be times where running a train to an advertised destination at
>> a later date will not be possible.
>
>What about all the other operational crew, E.G. carraige attendents? and
another guard?
>
>On a six car train that makes about another 8-10 staff.
>
>

Yes that about sums it up. However the main reason lies somewhere related to
the current inability to schedule any trains at weekends without
encountering trackwork. Therefore an ability to maximise available paths is
a vital consideration.

Geoff Lillico
Tours & Marketing
3801 Limited

trains@magna.com.au