DSC00734. The Network Rail New Measurement Train (NMT), "THE RAILWAY OBSERVER". at Paignton Devon.
The Network Rail New Measurement Train (NMT) is a specialised train which operates in the United Kingdom to assess the condition of track so that engineers can determine where to work. It is a specially converted High Speed Train, consisting of two Class 43 power cars (from a pool comprising vehicles 43013, 43014 and 43062) and a rake of Mark 3 coaches.
It can check the condition of most main lines and some secondary routes in Great Britain over a 13 week rolling cycle. The trains are permitted to travel across any part of the network where HST are permitted as well as HS1.
DSC00734. The Network Rail New Measurement Train (NMT), "THE RAILWAY OBSERVER". at Paignton Devon.
The Network Rail New Measurement Train (NMT) is a specialised train which operates in the United Kingdom to assess the condition of track so that engineers can determine where to work. It is a specially converted High Speed Train, consisting of two Class 43 power cars (from a pool comprising vehicles 43013, 43014 and 43062) and a rake of Mark 3 coaches.
It can check the condition of most main lines and some secondary routes in Great Britain over a 13 week rolling cycle. The trains are permitted to travel across any part of the network where HST are permitted as well as HS1.