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LE movements, ECS and test runs 2024

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  1. 5944

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    https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:U27085/2024-09-17/detailed

    https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:U27086/2024-09-17/detailed

    60532 test run tomorrow.
     
    5944, Sep 16, 2024 at 6:38 PM
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    MellishR, Sep 16, 2024 at 7:27 PM
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    Not much chance of sustained 75mph running round the Salop circuit, except the quick sprint back from Stafford to Crewe at the end.
     
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    True enough, but most LSL loaded test runs in recent years have been on that circuit, and the WCML is busier.
     
    MellishR, Sep 17, 2024 at 8:02 AM
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    5Z32 has departed Crewe. 60532, mk1 support coach, mk2 BFK, two barrier mk1’s and a cl.37

    5M43 has also been activated with 44871 heading to Carnforth
     
    Will RL, Sep 17, 2024 at 9:24 AM
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    44871 move now showing as Cancelled on rtt
     
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    Looks like Blue Peter has failed it's test run as 5Z32 is now heading back to Crewe only having got as far as Warrington.

    Dave B
     
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    5Z43 now running as VST. On the move now.
     
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    Yesterday was full of surprises, first the appearance of the 60532 test run to Preston and then the suggestion of 44871 coming north to haul the Dalesman this week, followed quickly by news it wasn't.

    So this morning it was off to see the A2 the weather being just what you'd hope for, what could go wrong ?
    Seen going north on the approach to Acton Bridge station with no hint of problems albeit a few minutes behind schedule. It must have gone back to Crewe fairly quickly after arriving at Warrington as I didn't see it while looking for the return shot.


    _24Z3489 60532 Acton Bridge 170924.jpg

    Then I saw the post by @Will RL (thanks) that 44871 (5z43) was en route so I might as well stay out to see that. A new angle for me from near Stableford, just loco and coach and by now too warm for exhaust . Still it was a nice walk along a quiet lane to find this with plenty autumn flora and fauna.

    _24Z3503 44871 Stableford 170924.jpg
     
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    AshfordBowdler-2024-09-18- 34042Braunton+D1924-1.jpg AshfordBowdler-2024-09-18- 34042Braunton+D1924-4.jpg Braunton and D1924 have just crossed the River Teme south of Ludlow and approach Ashford Bowler with today's run to Cardiff to work tomorrow's Welsh Dragon to Paddington
     
    3ABescot, Sep 18, 2024 at 6:48 PM
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