DATS test train.

pre65 · #1 3rd January 2021, 15:45

A DATS test train in the Kettering area with SIX forms of traction in a most unusual consist.

See video at 8m 30s for an unusual pantograph problem.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCsg4e4SLQI

Beeyar Wunby · #2 3rd January 2021, 19:18

Hmmm, dancing pan.

Looks like either an air supply problem (or leak) on the Pan, or an ADD (Automatic Dropping Device) issue.

A little Google hunt shows that the DATS train is comprised of a rare mix of traction.

https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2020/10...est-train.html

pre65 · #3 3rd January 2021, 20:06

So the consist make up is deliberate.

Thanks for the extra information.

Beeyar Wunby · #4 3rd January 2021, 20:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by pre65

So the consist make up is deliberate.

Thanks for the extra information.

Thanks for flagging that Philip, I hadn't heard of it.

I used to drive the MML from London to Bedford. Glad to see that that the wires have got a bit further north.

BW

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