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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.

 

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Uploaded on August 19, 2016
Taken on July 29, 2016