,

Bahamas test run throws up ‘unexpected problems’

by

A LIGHT test run for ‘Jubilee’ 4-6-0 No. 45596 Bahamas threw up a couple of unexpected problems on January 17, but also showed why test runs are held.

Bahamas was rebuilt at Tyseley using part of a £780,000 Heritage Lottery Fund award, and completed last September.

The intervening months have involved resolving any snagging issues and making final preparations for a return to the main line.

Article continues below…
Advert

Enjoy more Railway reading in the monthly magazine.
Click here to subscribe & save.
No. 45596 Bahamas stands at Stratford-upon-Avon during its first main line test run from Tyseley on January 17. SIMON POOLE

TPWS problems occurred on the returning short test run from Tyseley to Stratford-upon-Avon, with the fireman’s side rear driving axle warmer than expected despite being perfectly alright since the overhaul was completed.

As a precaution, the loaded test run from Tyseley to Leicester, returning via Sheet Stores Jct and Burton-on-Trent was postponed.

Staff at Tyseley were working on the problems to make sure the loco was ready for its February 6 railtour from Oxenhope to Carlisle.

Article continues below…
Advert

Read more News and Features the February 2019 issue of The RM –on sale now!


Advert
Subscribe to The Railway Magazine
Enjoy more of The Railway Magazine reading every month. Click here to subscribe.

Railway Reads

From the history of steam through to 21st century rail transport news, we have titles that cater for all rail enthusiasts. Covering diesels, modelling, steam and modern railways, check out our range of magazines and fantastic subscription offers.


Article Tags:

About the Author