Train Crashes Into Semi Trailer - Who's at Fault?

[@PepesTowingService]

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[@wheels351972]

I have always wondered this: 1). What's the weight of an empty refer trailer and then the tractor? 2). If someone says I'm loaded with 40,000lbs that's just the load and doesn't count the weight of the actual trailer and tractor?

[@ghhtrainmaster]

A train always has the right of way at crossings

[@ruger8412]

BitchIMatrain on redit is pure gold

[@ronallen6578]

Who in their right mind is going to challenge that logic, especially with something smaller???

[@Dan_Neely]

Regardless of what the law might say, the bigger vehicle has right of weight. Even a small train beats anything on wheels, just like big trucks beat passenger vehicles.

[@HammondOfTexas0]

The title bugs me because I'd consider it a dumb question. Kinda like asking if water is wet. Then again, common sense seems to be getting less and less common. Seeing as this one is a helper, they might have had someone at this end, but seeing how short it is (not blocking the next street) even from that end, it's not like they couldn't see the truck or a person.

[@Doc_Dolan]

Going to be a nightmare for the guys unloading it in the morning - without Joe to move it forward to open the darn doors! I am SOOOOO surprised nobody caught that Josh! Send Joe to the shop to get some sleep, so he can be ready for the call back in the morning!

[@Milllusos]

Lol yea these guys just wanted to go home vato...perro nimodo there problem now

[@RattiusHattus]

If you want to find out what happened, ask the foolish driver who tried to beat the train. These accidents can't ever be the train’s fault because they don't have the ability to swerve to avoid the trucks.

[@ruger8412]

Technically, he did beat the train! Just not his trailer.

[@jhonditch4269]

some think they do or they will if derailed

[@Awalker5000]

You can pretty sure, depending on the Drivers Driving Record, the driver will be suspended for a few days or terminated.

[@jhonditch4269]

@@Awalker5000 ask the remote operated train operator

[@charlesroer972]

Yeah and takes a while to completely stop . No win against the IRON HORSE

[@bobmazzi7435]

You spotted that trailer very nicely. Except, it has swing doors. Need to open the doors before backing up to the dock.

[@EyeMWing]

Remote Control Locomotive refers to the locomotive being set up for remote control (not automated, actually under the control of a guy) with a remote controller, within visual range. This is generally so the operator can stand somewhere where he can actually see what he's doing when reversing into train cars all day long. Those locomotives are used within rail yards to switch cars. Not sure *exactly* where you're at there, but there's a good chance it was technically inside a railyard. The guy (possibly by himself, and even if he wasn't the other guy can't drive) operating the locomotive within the yard would have been scooted off to go pee in a cup as soon as the scene was rendered safe, and you likely had to wait for another crew (at least an engineer and conductor, looks like you might have somebody from mechanical too) to get dragged over.

[@edwinschlee8374]

That truck was lucky that was such a slow collision. Good job Josh getting it lifted so they could unload part of it. Joe did great backing it up.

[@laura_774]

I couldn’t wait till this video was gonna be posted. Definitely don’t see this recovery done much. I remember the one video you were talking about that went all wrong on the drivers end. It was still a good video. Was nice to see Jabo back in action since he is everywhere else. Good job to the Pepe’s crew for getting it done.

[@noc8076]

The next offload crew must have been so happy for the trailer backed to the loading dock with the doors closed...

[@colinl9018]

The trailer is toast....GET THE SAWZALL OUT!..😂😂

[@mkasper41]

First time I've ever seen a train hit a semi and the semi was still on the track and virtually in one piece with little damage, so lucky for the driver, usually this ends in disaster, I'm so grateful that it wasn't as bad as it usually is! Great job as always Josh, you are Chingon !

[@SeanBZA]

Just remember the railway is also billing like Pepe, just their bill starts at $1000 per minute, and if they have to divert other trains the diversions are also charged as well. that bill will be really big when delivered.

[@Ned-p1y]

4 grand a day just for the railroad inspector to watch

[@daveamo3237]

No doubt about it, you dudes are professionals. Adapting to any situation you encounter is definitely an art . Great video as always.

[@SIGINT007]

Who's fault? The truck. 100% of the time.

[@jamiegibson1010]

The truck driver said it wasn't his fault. 🤣

[@BigDuke-md8ec]

I friggin love this channel . Josh , Joe and Alex did an awesome job on this one . Adapted , overcame and improvised a really messed up situation and with a little luck solved this recovery safely and efficiently. Keep the content coming boys !

[@Piglife101]

Good luck opening those doors on the bay 😅

[@lynnmeese55]

Thanks Josh for a new and exciting video! My first time seeing 👀 you do a train vs semi recovery. Very fun video!! Happy holidays to all of Pepe's! ❤❤❤

[@barbannco]

lovely to see Joe again with his coffee ...love that smiley man. 🙂hes the man for sure...he backed that mess like a boss.

[@KB-gs8zi]

Hey Josh // Alex & ""COFFEE" Joe !!! Great Job !!! Always the train has the right of way ,But this guy hung his landing gear on the RR crossing & with the train coming

[@AaronTyson]

Y’all forgot to open the trailer doors before docking.

[@wink9970]

Never new RCL was a thing. Damn - Pepe's training included! Nice fun to watch.

[@bernardowens1648]

Probably one of the best vids you guys put out!!! Very entertaining and instructional to what you guys do and have to think on the fly!!!

[@luzmindarara8126]

Amazing job ,PEPE'S!!! A fan from the Philippines!!!!!!!

[@JoseRoldan-y4x]

It's good to see you two working together, the last time Joe has dropped his coffee, on a assignments with the Box Truck shifting near a coffee shop, and Josh I always remember that any accident on the railroad tracks you are the one on the Job .PEACE OUT

[@legend7ify]

G'day Guys, WOW! How the front of that trailer did not break/detach is the mystery. Great job by the #1 team. Cheers and God bless, Malcolm.

[@electladynanci]

In answer to your question, yes, locomotive's can be remotely controlled. In situations where there are very long trains with very heavy loads, a remotely controlled locomotive(s) will be placed mid manifest or at the end to help push the heavy train up a steep grade, or help brake going down hill. These remotely controlled assist locomotive's are called "DPUs" Directed Power Units. In very rare occasions they may be manned. I hope this info helps.

[@MW-gs8wz]

Love watching you guys work.

[@ronallen6578]

This could easily have been tomato sauce.!!!!! 😂😂

[@geekazoid]

video title opportunity missed

[@Kevin-go2dw]

Or tomato juice.

[@JesusPina-c6s]

Buenas noches, un trabajo laborioso, pero todo ha salido bien , buen trabajo, gran equipo, gracias, Alex.❤👍💪👌👏🇪🇦

[@desertrat8322]

Awesome video Josh !!!

[@charlesroer972]

Never trains fault . Driver stopped on tracks.guess who wins .? Hint , it ain’t the truck ! I built and repaired locos . . Just like name implies. U have to be loco to tangle with one ! One of best channels on the tube .

[@obfuscatethecode5696]

Man the struggle with that kingpin. 👌 nice maneuvering.

[@jonathanlanglois2742]

15:00 By automated, I think that what they mean is that a single train often has multiple locomotive that that all of them are run by just one conductor. Hence, the remote function is used to get all of the locomotives to work as a single unit.

[@adrianspeeder]

No, that's what the Multiple Unit cable is for. Remote Equipped is for a belt pack controller.

[@davidmaust1415]

See tracks think train cross with caution

[@streetsmart1164]

Breaking news, Truck driver’s impatience leads to tomato ‘sas’ !

[@rayking5736]

What the hell was that truck driver thinking?

[@r2db]

At the time, not sure. Now, probably thinking about a new career.

[@rayking5736]

@ 🤣🤣🤣

[@TowMan127]

Those trains are no joke! My brother works for a railroad company and they’ve hit stuff before. Sometimes you just can’t stop them and people get in front of them like they can make it or like the trains just gonna stop.

[@autumn7ful]

It’s always a pleasure to see Joe. He’s always happy. He’s always full of spunk. He’s just such a delight to watch.

[@SuperCadillac08]

I'll be seeing the 3151 at my yard for FRA Inspections 😢

[@shad2930-t8p]

Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is to enable the safe, reliable, and efficient movement of people and goods.

[@KPOPIVESTEVE]

That is a lucky truck there. You have got a good crew there, Josh. Good recovery

[@ronallen6578]

Dumb truck driver tried to beat the train. Train only has 1 lane to go in. It makes no sense in taking on something that CAN'T stop on a dime and weighs 1000x or more than you do.

[@tincans87]

You can't teach stupidity.

[@esthergarcia8829]

Well done, gentlemen I hadn’t seen shoebox Joe in a long time

[@jorgenegrete7494]

Thank you for all what you've done this past year happy holidays to you and your family 🙏🎉😮😅

[@streetsmart1164]

Breaking news, Truck driver’s impatience leads to tomato ‘sas’ !

[@R.dacted]

Driver just wanted some ketchup cant say this is a good way to get it

[@catzrule5973]

Hey Java Joe! I haven't seen you with a coffee in your hand in a very long time. Thought you must have given it up! Nice job guys.

[@howardnielsen6220]

Instant tomato juice or ketchup. Sorry I can’t help myself. Not ever having been a tow truck driver or recovery specialist I’m fascinated by the quality of your work and the courtesy you extend to others and your employers. My Hats off to you and your company Who is at fault not the train engineer , the truck driver was at fault Buy Joe an adult sippy cup with a neck lanyard

[@SumterWrecker]

Mr Josh Thanks for sharing and stay safe.

[@delbertsalgado5067]

Wow engineer Bill is a Robot...Lol Now I've seen it all. Nice job guys

[@autumn7ful]

It’s always a pleasure to see Joe. He’s always happy. He’s always full of life He’s just such a delight to watch

[@hirisk761]

almost 💯 it's the truckers fault. that train is a local and it's run by an engineer on the ground via remote control. much like the remote you use on hulk and big flipper!

[@abuubaydullah1]

Josh You still made this job look Oh!! so easy nothing seems to faze you and a wonderfull positive demeanor.

[@shawnerz98]

The train *could* be operated by remote control, but I'm pretty sure it wasn't. If it were being pushed, the conductor has to "ride the shove" while the engineer operates the train from the rear. Looking at the site in the video, it looks like the engineer either went in to emergency, or applied the brakes as soon as he could. The momentum of the train pushed it in to the trailer. "That was sketch!" *That* was an understatement. That whole frame looked like it could come apart at any second. I think you did a great job on the recovery-especially with the damaged landing gear.

[@user-ROBSTIME87121]

Looks like that trailer had swing doors! So I don't think those doors are going to be opened at that dock!!

[@jmancira]

Alex is my favorite. I like how he does the videos.

[@jamielee9350]

A 1st for Joe .."No coffee was lost or spilled during the production of this video" .. Great job guys... Stay safe..

[@kevinkenyon7045]

Josh Joe and Alex great job and tricky, not much to hook up to! Thanks for sharing! Kevin

[@twaite1266]

Amazing job guys.

[@jmiller3v]

Finally Action Joe is back on the channel!

[@patriciasmith6012]

Great work Josh and Joe

[@-ray-h]

Nice job cleaning up that mess guys...! Nice breakdown and explanation at the end Josh...! Not too many KZbinr do this...!👍👍

[@briananderson8733]

Yet another great job by Pepe's Towing.

[@timjames7869]

Top quality work as usual. Well done boys! 🎉

[@Silvergt333]

Great job guys!!!!!

[@sandy1653]

Those are equipped with remote control for use within a rail yard or switching out industries and such. They have a bunch of RC gear fitted in the nose, and the operator will have a belt pack that looks similar to the one you use for controlling the rotators. I suspect the original crew was probably out getting d*** tested and they had to grab a new crew off the extras board or something like that.

[@Bamamarama]

This has to piss off the railway to no end. As a driver, some accidents...okay...things happen, especially in a long career. This however, is not something that should ever happen, there is no excuse.

[@foxyfoxy2034]

Those trains are yard trains. That is why it has a short amount of cars. The conductor can be within a certain radius of the train and operate it like a rotator. So he doesn't need to be in it to move it.

[@jameshoekzema3172]

Good job Joe to think of chaining to the landing gear!

[@keithmorgan4883]

Yall never have a boring day

[@sensitivewsm]

"Under lift surfing". I love it!!!

[@gavinperry7237]

Was it an optical illusion as to how close trailer is to loading dock but can the trailer doors swing open ?

[@imagseer]

If not they'll have to jack it up somehow.

[@jamielee9350]

The guy was running late ... he was just trying to "Ketchup" 🤣

[@hirisk761]

oh-no dad joke alert!!!!😂

[@jamielee9350]

@@hirisk761 Sorry , could not help it 🤣🤣🤣

[@Cyclone74]

OUCH!!! Poor trailer Good work, guys!!! Stay safe!!!

[@nkystevep7007]

I believe the train did try to swerve out of the way

[@spkiey]

The train just wanted to ketchup with the trailer contents

[@douglasforrester849]

Another Great Jobs Guys!! from Cebu,Philippines

[@murrayparr3244]

Nice green chassis lights on The Hulk.

[@malalexander3515]

Great work folks.

[@JoseRoldan-y4x]

Thank you Mr. Josh for the well waiting for the GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH THREE AMIGOS.

[@gigantor56]

Wow you guys can do anything !! I really didn't think that wide blue strap would work. Amazing that you were able to back it up to the warehouse. HA! It won't buff out !!

[@michaelbisgaardlaursen]

Some truckdrivers really deserves to be on Bonehead Truckers... It's better to wait than never get the cargo delivered

[@csfisher1693]

Josh, Joe and Alex that was great planning with the train crew. Is the driver okay??? Could have been a lot worse than it was . Just be careful

[@jancausey1275]

Great job guys!

[@jaynecobb1]

The driver was trying to make tomato sauce.

[@larrybrown7273]

Outstanding team work prep' recovery

[@Inyourhideyhole]

I don't understand why people try to gun it across when chances are their not gonna make it

[@toomuchez]

Sure wasn't Of The Bull today huh? The driver was lucky it didn't take him for more of a ride!

[@hpd385tannoylover2]

As an Australian truckie who watches a lot of these, it still stuns me how little structure your US trailers have underneath. AL of ours have some sort of chassis integrity.

[@dmac5994]

just that one single lead EMD GP50 locomotive is 250,000 lbs. trains always win at grade crossing incidents.

[@litz13]

The train ALWAYS has the right of way. The train also always wins.

[@stephenmeeks684]

At least the tomatoes did it become ketchup. Yet.

[@JoeB-s9u]

If you would have gotten the head Lanterns for you and your crew it would be a lot easier to see what your doing in the dark. Anyway another great job by you and your team. 💪💪💪

[@michaelbisgaardlaursen]

they are making rims like in the old days... Today they break when a train is tapping to a truck

[@jamesbrewer-lk8te]

Good video. Nice job .

[@gregstarkjohann6856]

wow backing with the boom up and outriggers up you guys know what your doing.words of wisdom that's not going to buff out .

[@AffordBindEquipment]

Physics always wins. That train had to be going really slow.

[@ItalianStallion1415]

If you are driving a vehicle that requires a CDL, you are required to slow down and check for trains. If you have a load that requires placards for Hazmat you are required to STOP and check for trains. This is regardless if the train crossing has warning lights or not. There are exceptions however...

[@olivier2553]

You now need a giant pot of spaghetti, you already have the tomatoes for the Bolognese sauce!

[@chaseberger3533]

Did y'all hear that baby elephant at 16:58? 😂

[@raulparra9762]

If this is the train tracks next to bandini rd there are no cross arms. But the trains usually passes super slow in that area

[@ZSAZSS09]

Loaded with tomatoes, did he try to make a lot of ketchup?

[@williamlloyd3769]

What a mess!