Thanks a lot man. Wow. 8M. That was the proper EMU to use on this line. I used to know it as the orange and silver train (before they replaced that colour with some yellow and blue while keeping the silver). Please tell us more about your experiences if you can. I'm sure many would love to know.

Yhoo please don't talk about the 8M that was my favorite set on the Khayelitsha line especially the yellow and Orange livery😭😭 I used to love that train even now,🥺🥺 I would rather wait for it than to wait for 5M2A and 10M5 EMU's but the Train Silver you can even ask people from Khayelitsha about it they will tell you🥺🥺

@@ChumaniGobo I will certainly do so. I want to hear about more people's experiences regarding that train. Thank you for sharing yours. As much as I love the X'trapolis Mega, I keeep saying that Prasa / Metrorail could've ordered some modern Japanese sets that reminds us of those 8M's. Like the E231, 233, or 235. or E217.

@@mistermornevanderberg Hectic stuff. Wow. What a pity man. Damn fools who did this to you. And it's these incidents that ruined train travel here in the Cape for you. Hope the European train trips were memorable at least.

Yes in deed. These pathetic local thugs do not realize how they harm the image of the country and damage the economy. before 1994 trains were a lot safer on the Cape Town lines. My granny lived near Kraaifontein station and we would take trips to Brackenfell (Hypermarket) Sanlam Center (now Parow Center) and even a day out in Cape Town. And we were always safe. Even after my ordeal I met some Dutch exchange students who came to Wellington (Boland teachers College) and they thought trains were as safe as in the Netherlands, not knowing the unfortunate surprise that waited for them when they took an afternoon trip to the Strand. Robbed, etc. but at least not held at gun point or assaulted violently like in my case. If only these morons knew how they are defecating on the image of their own country. But make no mistake, with my gran living so close to the station, the soothing sounds of trains passing were a substantial part of my life. My grandfather actually worked on trains years ago when they still had to stoke the boilers.

@@jacoct35 That's Kenilworth Station.

@@WillCharlesRoss it is beautiful 👌

@@jacoct35 Thanks man.

@@jacoct35 Thank you.... Indeed There are some communal organizations for the Central Line involving what you are hoping for.

@@davidhopley7334 Thanks man.

@@rooibosteabcd Really? Wow.. But they are operating like this on the central line even on a Saturday. I made a video regarding the aforementioned which I will upload this week.

I have to agree even though it sounds like a school siren.

@WillCharlesRoss earlier hooter sound was much deeper almost air raid sirens

I it's a warning if a person gets too close. If any else reads this please provide me with the correct information.

@@marval44039 Thanks a lot man. You couldn't have said it any better.

@@Imsaptouw 🤣🤣🤣You don't need an invite. You're a master spotter (my little cousin can't get enough of your videos and neither can I) ...... But yes. Will let you know when I rock up that side again. BTW the first clip is from around 22/23 December last year.... Ah. Ok. Makes sense why there were 4 GE 36s.

@@WillCharlesRoss yeah man let me know, smaak to spot again, glad you're enjoying the content, ek try ma.

@@Imsaptouw Nah. You are nailing it. Keep it up. Trains for life.

Thanks a lot man. Much appreciated. I am working on the train trip part yes. That is long overdue.

Shot my guy. Too true. I felt that acceleration once between Athlone and Crawford. You should really take a trip one day on the Mega. You won't regret it.

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Hello Kayden. Good to hear from you!!

My pleasure man. I appreciate it..... Will make sure to capture some seaside footage when it heads to Simon's Town again.

Same here. All other sets except those.. ....Best bet is to try the Northern Line. Check the weekday timetable here : web.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=844057431083050&set=pb.100064364032482.-2207520000&type=3 Look through the other photos for Saturday Timetables. These sets tend be to used on those days too.

True yes. I have seen those and they look good. Thanks a lot. Much appreciated.

Thanks a lot man. Much appreciated.

Thanks so much man. I really appreciate it. Thanks for the info on that. Always glad to learn something new. Looking forward to hearing from you more.

Lol. Indeed. And more so that we received new EMUs.... Well. Let's keep our fingers crossed that the number of trains running daily increases.

And I fully agree with you !@@WillCharlesRoss

Thanks a lot man. Much appreciated.

Hi there. .... I too have seen that the set was not there and then again both sets not there when I travelled from Hazendal to Retreat. Sometimes during the off peak the old sets are used. I am not too sure about the differences unless it was just a better name. I assume X Plus had forward and rear facing seats whereas MetroPLUS had 3rd class style seats with a piece of material on it...... and the XPlus name appeared on the 10M5 sets only if I am not mistaken.

Yes. The old name was too long after a few people had found out about my channel and asked for the name.... Thanks a lot. I really appreciate it.

Good to know you are coming to SA. It is safe as there are security guards on board. But I would suggest having 2 or 3 people with you. Just remain vigilant. Even though I travel alone, I don't let my guard down. Alternatively check this out and their page in Instagram instagram.com/reel/CzliZP5q_Wg/?igsh=MXZ1NzZqOHFrNm41eQ==

Yo....Yes. So far. I have travelled alone and sometimes with a few friends or family members. I would suggest that if you want to try it take one or two people with you.

Lovely stuff man. Glad to hear. Indeed. It's nice to see right through and entire set....... Yes that's true. Agreed. I have to keep my ears tuned in for those sounds especially when the train approaches Heathfield Station from the Cape Flats Line and crosses into the Southern Line.

Indeed man. Sound of modernity. Hope you can recreate these memories in the X'trapolis Mega this holidays!! 👍

Thanks a lot man...... I am not too sure. Highly doubt it. Most I've been to do not have it. I rely on Twitter or cttrains.co.za/..... Stations have a printed timetable of the train schedules. Security Guards or ticket sellers can also be asked. Hope that helps.

These trains have them, yes.

Yes my guy. Agreed. .... So modern and sophisticated too.... It's a joy to hear every time. Yes it really accelerates like mad. But lately these trains have been moving slowly on most routes when I go spotting. I assume it's due to driver training. I see 2 people in the driver's cabs on most occasions.

Thanks a lot man. Much appreciated. Yes please do so. Southern Line and Cape Flats lines are the best. But if you want a seaside trip, Southern Line definitely.

Thanks a lot man.

Thanks so much man. I appreciate it.

Fully agreed👍. Nostalgia for days. Similar feeling to when the old red and beige sets were being painted yellow.

Indeed man. So true..... Yes empty sets returning..... Correct.

Funny you should ask. I was actually working on something like that. My baby cousin ruined my entire shot. So need to take another trip and reshoot. In the meantime I can send you a link or two. TikTok or Insta. However, there is background music and very very minimal audio. Check this in the meantime. www.tiktok.com/@prasa_group/video/7233824019194088710?q=prasa&t=1690750319843

Great great question. This is a tough one. Had me thinking. Perhaps the couplers on each end of the train sets could have been concealed (similar to french TGV's and X'trapolis 2.0 In Australia). Also the carbody could have been a teenie bit wider. As for the bolt on cab, it could've sat a little more flush to the rest of the body just for extra uniformity and flow in design. But overall. I really love these X'trapolis Megas.

Yes they are. No tests. In Service. Check the following for more info. cttrains.co.za/

Nice to know man.

Thanks man.