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Why aren't more than one track lines built as one roadbed all together?On the URL above on the front of the nose what are the grabirons for on the nose besides the four to get up on top of the nose (not the railings for the steps either)? Thanks in advance for answersAdam-------------------------------Operation Lifesaver Organization -- http://www.oli.org/ Striving to save lives at railroad crossings Have a safe and Happy Halloween
Let me see if I get your first question....You want to know why when lines with two tracks are built, they're not put on the same roadbed???I don't know about where you are, but they're all built like that (2 or more tracks on one, wide roadbed) up here. That photo shows that as well.As for your second question, I can only guess.....is it to get access to the class/tail lights on the nose?Dan
The grab irons are used for windshield, wipers ect.. maintenance and to fill the front sand box. Usually incorporated with a fall restraint system at the depot.Richard
1) Maybe the mainline was built first and then a siding was added later or maybe the second line is not used as much and requires less ballast. There must be a reason! Maybe to make HO modelers life more difficult?2) It looks like the grabirons you mention could be used to help pull yourself onto the deck, I guess. Or you could stand on it to see the cab deck. Maybe it helps in refuelling or sanding or servicing the engine somehow.Your welcome, in advance
On the URL above on the front of the nose what are the grabirons for on the nose besides the four to get up on top of the nose (not the railings for the steps either)?
Operation Lifesaver Organization -- http://www.oli.org/
