They occasionally make these test runs Wayne, to make sure that they are working well, just in case they are ever needed...If we had the amount of snow that you get over there, they wouldn't cope!!
Thanks very much, on these Snow Plough Test runs, there was a cut out on the plough for the Driver to have limited vision. but there also had to be a second person in the cab for signal sighting etc.
Nice selection Bob, wouldn't it be good to capture the snow plough in action...or maybe not! Hope you enjoy your 'freedom' from next week and that some good filming weather is on the way
Thanks Austin, it seems unreal to be able to travel without restrictions, however there's nothing to go out and enjoy, the preserved lines remain closed. A large section of the Central Wales Line has been closed due to a major fault with a river bridge at Pontarddulais...Things can oinly get better!
Enjoyed that Bob, interesting workings and a friendly RHTT driver too. Are the ploughs based in South Wales for the Central Wales line. Regards, Brian.
Thanks Brian, the Snow Ploughs were based at Cardiff and Margam for use anywhere in South Wales should they be needed. However, they are no longer here, as I'm sure you're aware, heavy snowfall is a rare occurrence in this part of the World....Best wishes...Bob