Diesel Report 3 - August to October 2024 - An HST pulling freight?!?

[@KevorkKewanian]

Train-tastic video Simon and Micheal. The sound of those diesels at work shows that despite their age, they still go at a fair clip. I especially loved seeing the Class 37 and HST power cars working on freight duties. The sound of the Class 37 is a great thing to hear, and who'd ever thought that the Class 43 power cars from the HST was dual purpose, it could not only be used for passengers, but it can also be used for freight. It's also brilliant to see a steam excursion on the mainline, even though it was pulled by a class 47. I like the nickname you gave the class 20 diesels, the quackers! It reminds me of Duck from Thomas the Tank Engine. This weekend, the Puffing Billy railway is having their Great Train Race fun run! Just like at the Talyllyn railway in Wales, Puffing Billy has a similar event, where runners try to race against the train from Belgrave to Lakeside, a distance of 13.5 kilometers! It is held annually since 1982 and is one of the railway's most popular events. I can't wait for that one. Take care Simon and you too Micheal, keep your steam up bye Kevig