grebeman
Old Codgers Group
- Name
- Barrie
5542 prepares to run the first auto train of the day between Buckfastleigh and Totnes. Such a train can be driven from either the locomotive footplate or the driving cab of the auto coach, thus the locomotive does not need to uncouple and run around the carriage in order to make the return journey.
5542 on shed and raising steam
The fireman climbs aboard to check on the progress of steam raising
With steam pressure established 5542 backs off shed with the cylinder drain cocks open to clear any condensation
5542 and a single auto coach back out of the yard
5542 pulls forward into the departure platform
The driving cab of the auto coach, the drivers hat hangs on the regulator handle. All the controls are linked to the engine via metal rods running beneath the carriage and the engine
The driver puts in place the correct headlamp code for a branch auto train
The signalman hands over the single line token to the fireman on the departing train
5542 heads off towards Totnes
Barrie
5542 on shed and raising steam
The fireman climbs aboard to check on the progress of steam raising
With steam pressure established 5542 backs off shed with the cylinder drain cocks open to clear any condensation
5542 and a single auto coach back out of the yard
5542 pulls forward into the departure platform
The driving cab of the auto coach, the drivers hat hangs on the regulator handle. All the controls are linked to the engine via metal rods running beneath the carriage and the engine
The driver puts in place the correct headlamp code for a branch auto train
The signalman hands over the single line token to the fireman on the departing train
5542 heads off towards Totnes
Barrie