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Which locos are the rarest ones on IR?

20-06-2019

Which locos are the rarest ones on IR? The situation is changing all the time with many old locos reaching the end of their useful lives. The list below shows the loco classes that can be considered as being really rare on the IR network . YAM-1 : Only at Tambaram (SR), decommissioned and probably scrapped by now but were occasionally used for departmental duties as late as 2005. ये भी पढ़े - आयुर्वेद: क्यों बढ़ता है मोटापा? इसे दूर करने के ये हैं 4 आसान उपाय YDM-2 : Only at Golden Rock (SR) and Gandhidham (WR). WCAM-1 : Only at Valsad (WR). WCAM-2, WCAM-2P :

What types of signalling systems are used on IR?

June 21, 2019

R uses several forms of signalling. In IR manuals reference is made usually only to 4 main types of systems, Lower Quadrant semaphore, Modified Lower Quadrant semaphore, Multiple Aspect Upper Quadrant semaphore, and multiple-aspect colour-light signalling. But in practice there are some variations in the kinds of colour-light signalling seen, so

What kinds of signals (semaphores, lamps, etc.) does IR use?

June 21, 2019

IR uses several kinds of signals. Semaphore signals have generally given way to colour-light signals although there are still many places with semaphore signalling in use. Semaphore signals are the older style signals seen widely throughout the country, where each signal has an assembly with an arm mounted on a mast, where the arm can move

Does IR operate diesel-electric or diesel-hydraulic multiple units of any kind?

June 21, 2019

There are several diesel-electric multiple units (DEMUs) and diesel-hydraulic multiple units (DHMUs) in operation. Most are made by ICF. The BG DEMUs have a Cummins VTA 1710 V-12 prime mover of 705 HP, whereas the BG DHMUs have two 350hp underfloor engines (Cummins 855R) driving two separate Voith hydraulic transmissions via propeller shafts and

In what formations do EMU’s run?

June 21, 2019

Many different EMU formations have been used in different areas. In the 1930's, Madras suburban service started with 3-car EMUs which were notable in having coupled bogies across cars, thereby making the entire 3-car formation a rigid unit. Later Madras also got some 4-car (non-rigid) EMUs. They were sometimes operated in pairs at rush hours,

What do the designations such as ‘WDM-2’ mean?

June 20, 2019

What do the designations such as ‘WDM-2’ mean? Locos, except for older steam ones, have classification codes that identify them. This code is of the form '' In this the first item, '', is a single letter identifying the gauge the loco runs on: W = Broad Gauge Y = Meter Gauge Z = Narrow Gauge (2' 6") N = Narrow Gauge (2') The second

Where can I find locomotives from India that have been preserved or restored outside India?

June 20, 2019

Where can I find locomotives from India that have been preserved or restored outside India? During the World Wars, many Indian locomotives were transferred to the middle East, Africa, and elsewhere to support British military efforts. Most of these locomotives of course do not survive now and may be difficult to trace. Details of these wartime

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