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A quick update


714 left the GCR on Thursday for the short trip to Loram, Derby for some TLC and a traction motor change.

Yesterday morning she was lifted and the bogies pushed out, no1 end will see the bogie cleaned, greased and the traction motor brushes checked as part of the B exam.

No2 end will have a new no2 traction motor fitted and the same TLC.


More updates to follow during the visit to Loram.

Heavy Tractor Group.

14.03.26


 
 
 

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