Sydney Terminal, December 26th, 2000.

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A 6 car V set had an apparent brake failure on Platform 1 at Sydney Terminal, and failed to stop on December 26th, 2000. A low speed impact ensued, causing the destruction of the buffers and damage to the concourse fencing.
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This view is after the train had been pulled off the buffers.
SRA emergency crews assess the incident.
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The concourse has been fenced off to prevent people getting too close.
SRA emergency crews discuss the salvage operation.
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This view shows how much the train has lifted off the tracks.
The buffers got totally demolished.
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This view shows that the train tilted to the side after the impact.
This view show how far the train has lifted, and the destroyed buffers.
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This view shows the damage to the concourse fence and buffers.
This telephoto view shows how much the lead car has been moved by the impact.

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